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Langabridge Wood

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Langabridge Wood

Higher Doomsford Crossing / River Taw This photo is taken on the Exeter to Barnstaple railway branch line, looking North. The railway, completed in 1854, runs next to the River Taw for this stretch. This was taken in the flood of October 2000. The railway acts as a levee protecting the crossing keeper's cottage.
Higher Doomsford Crossing / River Taw Credit: Ainsley Bennett

Langabridge Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Devon, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, it is known for its dense vegetation and diverse range of plant and animal species. The wood is situated near the small village of Langabridge, providing locals and visitors with a tranquil and natural escape.

The woodland is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a rich canopy that filters sunlight and provides shade to the forest floor. This creates a favorable environment for a variety of flora and fauna to thrive. Bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic are just a few of the wildflowers that carpet the woodland floor during the spring months.

Langabridge Wood is also home to numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, warblers, and owls, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. Additionally, the wood provides a habitat for mammals such as deer, foxes, and badgers, which can occasionally be spotted by lucky visitors.

The wood offers a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty and discover its hidden gems. The trails are well-maintained and clearly signposted, making it easy for visitors to navigate through the woodland. There are also designated picnic areas and benches where visitors can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Langabridge Wood is a cherished natural treasure, providing a haven for wildlife and a serene retreat for nature enthusiasts. Its beauty and tranquility make it an ideal destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Devon.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.940683/-3.9258403 or Grid Reference SS6417. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Higher Doomsford Crossing / River Taw This photo is taken on the Exeter to Barnstaple railway branch line, looking North. The railway, completed in 1854, runs next to the River Taw for this stretch. This was taken in the flood of October 2000. The railway acts as a levee protecting the crossing keeper's cottage.
Higher Doomsford Crossing / River Taw
This photo is taken on the Exeter to Barnstaple railway branch line, looking North. The railway, completed in 1854, runs next to the River Taw for this stretch. This was taken in the flood of October 2000. The railway acts as a levee protecting the crossing keeper's cottage.
Taw Valley The Tarka Line (branch line between Barnstaple and Exeter) heads North-West up the Taw Valley. To our right, Head Wood looks lovely on the other side of the river.
Taw Valley
The Tarka Line (branch line between Barnstaple and Exeter) heads North-West up the Taw Valley. To our right, Head Wood looks lovely on the other side of the river.
Junction Pool The River Mole (straight ahead) meets the River Taw at Junction Pool. The former draws from the SW slopes of Exmoor, the latter from the North slopes of Dartmoor. In big storms, the Taw becomes a raging red river from here down. Junction Pool is the setting for one of the chapters of Tarka the Otter.
Junction Pool
The River Mole (straight ahead) meets the River Taw at Junction Pool. The former draws from the SW slopes of Exmoor, the latter from the North slopes of Dartmoor. In big storms, the Taw becomes a raging red river from here down. Junction Pool is the setting for one of the chapters of Tarka the Otter.
Burrington Church Holy Trinity. See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.btinternet.com/~tylcoat/church.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.btinternet.com/~tylcoat/church.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Burrington Church
Holy Trinity. See: LinkExternal link
Barnstaple Inn, Burrington
Barnstaple Inn, Burrington
Cattle feeder near Bircham Farm
Cattle feeder near Bircham Farm
Footpath to Hayne Barton The footpath passes through this field from the village of Burrington to a farm at Hayne Barton.
Footpath to Hayne Barton
The footpath passes through this field from the village of Burrington to a farm at Hayne Barton.
Stables at Hayne Barton, Burrington
Stables at Hayne Barton, Burrington
Bridleway to Mullybrook Mill Mullybrook Mill can just be seen among the trees in the valley.
Bridleway to Mullybrook Mill
Mullybrook Mill can just be seen among the trees in the valley.
The Bethesda Chapel, Burrington The Bethesda Chapel in Burrington dates from 1879.
The Bethesda Chapel, Burrington
The Bethesda Chapel in Burrington dates from 1879.
Sheep rack at Barton, Burrington The farm on the other side of the valley is Curzland Farm
Sheep rack at Barton, Burrington
The farm on the other side of the valley is Curzland Farm
Wet valley bottom at Great Barton Down Brake The footpath passes through the gate.
Wet valley bottom at Great Barton Down Brake
The footpath passes through the gate.
Hill Farm Taken from a paddock close to the farm buildings. A fine old hazel tree grows on the field boundary wall. Beyond is a steep hillside, leading down to the River Taw. There are great ash trees, oaks and nettles - perhaps growing on ancient middens.
Hill Farm
Taken from a paddock close to the farm buildings. A fine old hazel tree grows on the field boundary wall. Beyond is a steep hillside, leading down to the River Taw. There are great ash trees, oaks and nettles - perhaps growing on ancient middens.
Chittlehamholt: cottage at Longwells Cross Looking east-south-east above Callard’s Farm, by the entrance to Longwells
Chittlehamholt: cottage at Longwells Cross
Looking east-south-east above Callard’s Farm, by the entrance to Longwells
Chulmleigh: King’s Nympton station On the Tarka Line between Exeter and Barnstaple. Looking south in the Exeter direction. The station is actually in the parish of Chulmleigh rather than King's Nympton
Chulmleigh: King’s Nympton station
On the Tarka Line between Exeter and Barnstaple. Looking south in the Exeter direction. The station is actually in the parish of Chulmleigh rather than King's Nympton
Red Post The post is undeniably red. It stands at a crossroads where the lane from Burrington to High Bickington turns left. A minor lane behind the camera to Forches Cross doesn't get a mention.
Red Post
The post is undeniably red. It stands at a crossroads where the lane from Burrington to High Bickington turns left. A minor lane behind the camera to Forches Cross doesn't get a mention.
Higher Hacknell An organic farm at the end of the public road from Red Post Cross on the slopes of the Taw valley. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.soilassociation.org/web/sa/saweb.nsf/b5091ee9ea0debbc80256e2b005f44ae/5002fe37403aa59c80256e3500353c52!OpenDocument" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.soilassociation.org/web/sa/saweb.nsf/b5091ee9ea0debbc80256e2b005f44ae/5002fe37403aa59c80256e3500353c52!OpenDocument">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The farm is the subject of a Soil Association case study at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.soilassociation.org/web/sa/saweb.nsf/b0062cf005bc02c180256a6b003d987f/03da55ad7f13d3b0802572800060e2de?OpenDocument" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.soilassociation.org/web/sa/saweb.nsf/b0062cf005bc02c180256a6b003d987f/03da55ad7f13d3b0802572800060e2de?OpenDocument">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Higher Hacknell
An organic farm at the end of the public road from Red Post Cross on the slopes of the Taw valley. LinkExternal link The farm is the subject of a Soil Association case study at LinkExternal link
Lane near Ley Farm Superb views from this lane which descends a ridge between the Taw valley on the right, and one of its minor tributaries in the well-wooded valley on the left.
Lane near Ley Farm
Superb views from this lane which descends a ridge between the Taw valley on the right, and one of its minor tributaries in the well-wooded valley on the left.
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Langabridge Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS6417 (Lat: 50.940683, Lng: -3.9258403)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///slanting.sneezing.shudders. Near Chulmleigh, Devon

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