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Barnpool Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon North Devon

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Barnpool Wood

King's Nympton : B3226 A road in the countryside.
King's Nympton : B3226 Credit: Lewis Clarke

Barnpool Wood, located in Devon, England, is a captivating woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Spanning over 100 acres, this enchanting forest offers a serene environment for visitors to immerse themselves in nature.

Barnpool Wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a lush and vibrant canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to its picturesque allure. The wood is also home to a multitude of wildlife, such as deer, badgers, foxes, and various bird species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Trails wind through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its hidden treasures. These paths cater to all levels of fitness and offer opportunities for leisurely walks, jogging, or even birdwatching. During spring, the forest comes alive with a symphony of birdsong and the vibrant colors of blossoming flowers, creating a truly awe-inspiring experience.

Barnpool Wood is not only a place of natural beauty but also holds historical significance. It is believed that the wood has been in existence for centuries, serving as a valuable resource for timber and providing a habitat for local wildlife. The wood has also been a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors alike, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

Overall, Barnpool Wood is a captivating woodland retreat that offers a serene and immersive experience in the heart of Devon. With its diverse flora and fauna, picturesque trails, and rich historical background, it is truly a hidden gem waiting to be explored.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.94125/-3.9204119 or Grid Reference SS6517. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

King's Nympton : B3226 A road in the countryside.
King's Nympton : B3226
A road in the countryside.
King's Nympton : Head Barton Head Barton in the countryside.
King's Nympton : Head Barton
Head Barton in the countryside.
King's Nympton : Head Barton Head Barton is home to the UK Wild Otter Trust. Here is Tolga the Otter.
King's Nympton : Head Barton
Head Barton is home to the UK Wild Otter Trust. Here is Tolga the Otter.
King's Nympton : B3226 Looking along the road.
King's Nympton : B3226
Looking along the road.
King's Nympton : B3226 A road heads through the countryside.
King's Nympton : B3226
A road heads through the countryside.
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
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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
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
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.
Chulmleigh: hanging wood Overlooking the Catham Lake valley with New Barn in the distance across the river. View north east
Chulmleigh: hanging wood
Overlooking the Catham Lake valley with New Barn in the distance across the river. View north east
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
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Barnpool Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS6517 (Lat: 50.94125, Lng: -3.9204119)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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