Bagley Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon Teignbridge

England

Bagley Wood

Old Boundary Marker near Cold East Cross Parish Boundary Marker on moorland 50 metres northwest of the crossroads at Cold East Cross. Inscribed on three faces with A (for Ashburton parish), EPB / 1837 for Edmund Pollexfen Bastard, owner of the manor of Buckland in the Moor, and B for Buckland in the Moor parish. Grade II Listed details <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1097115" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1097115">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>. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/11976" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/11976">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038708" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038708">Link</a>.

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Old Boundary Marker near Cold East Cross Credit: T Jenkinson

Bagley Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Devon, England. Covering an area of approximately 350 acres, it is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is situated near the village of Kennington and is easily accessible from the nearby city of Oxford.

Bagley Wood is characterized by its dense foliage, comprising a variety of tree species including oak, beech, birch, and pine. This diverse ecosystem provides a haven for an array of wildlife, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature photographers. The wood is particularly famous for its population of nightingales, whose melodious songs fill the air during the spring and summer months.

The woodland features a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its stunning natural beauty. These paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of wildflowers, moss-covered rocks, and tranquil streams. The atmosphere is serene and peaceful, making it an ideal place for a leisurely walk or a picnic amidst nature.

Bagley Wood has a rich history, dating back centuries. It was once part of the medieval Wychwood Forest, which covered a vast area of central England. The wood has been managed sustainably over the years, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty and ecological importance.

Whether it is to admire the vibrant autumn colors, listen to the birdsong, or simply to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, Bagley Wood offers a tranquil retreat for visitors of all ages.

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Bagley Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.54629/-3.8002322 or Grid Reference SX7273. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Boundary Marker near Cold East Cross Parish Boundary Marker on moorland 50 metres northwest of the crossroads at Cold East Cross. Inscribed on three faces with A (for Ashburton parish), EPB / 1837 for Edmund Pollexfen Bastard, owner of the manor of Buckland in the Moor, and B for Buckland in the Moor parish. Grade II Listed details <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1097115" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1097115">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>. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/11976" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/11976">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038708" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038708">Link</a>.

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Old Boundary Marker near Cold East Cross
Parish Boundary Marker on moorland 50 metres northwest of the crossroads at Cold East Cross. Inscribed on three faces with A (for Ashburton parish), EPB / 1837 for Edmund Pollexfen Bastard, owner of the manor of Buckland in the Moor, and B for Buckland in the Moor parish. Grade II Listed details LinkExternal link. See also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: DV_ASEPB17pb
Old Boundary Marker on Halsanger Common in Ashburton parish Estate Boundary Marker in Ashburton parish beside a track southwest of the road from Rushlade Bridge to Cold East Cross. Inscribed PW / 1746 marks the manorial land boundary of Phillip Woodley of Halsanger.

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Old Boundary Marker on Halsanger Common in Ashburton parish
Estate Boundary Marker in Ashburton parish beside a track southwest of the road from Rushlade Bridge to Cold East Cross. Inscribed PW / 1746 marks the manorial land boundary of Phillip Woodley of Halsanger. Milestone Society National ID: DV_ASPWxem
St Peter's Church, Buckland in the Moor
St Peter's Church, Buckland in the Moor
Old Bridge Marker near Buckland Bridge, Widecombe in the Moor County Bridge Marker on the northwest side of the road southwest of Buckland Bridge, River Webburn. Widecombe in the Moor parish. Inscribed C to mark the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain.

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Old Bridge Marker near Buckland Bridge, Widecombe in the Moor
County Bridge Marker on the northwest side of the road southwest of Buckland Bridge, River Webburn. Widecombe in the Moor parish. Inscribed C to mark the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. Milestone Society National ID: DV_WIDEC01br
Marsh near Blackslade Water Where our daughters used to play in the 1980's is now mostly boggy and overgrown.
Marsh near Blackslade Water
Where our daughters used to play in the 1980's is now mostly boggy and overgrown.
Puffballs near Blackslade Water In woodland near the bumpy car park.
Puffballs near Blackslade Water
In woodland near the bumpy car park.
Blackslade Water Looking upstream a little north of the Cold East Cross road.
Blackslade Water
Looking upstream a little north of the Cold East Cross road.
Path and wood above Blackslade Water A leat in former times, confirmed by the sign shown at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309617">SX7374 : Notice by former leat near Blackslade Water</a>.
Path and wood above Blackslade Water
A leat in former times, confirmed by the sign shown at SX7374 : Notice by former leat near Blackslade Water.
Near Blackslade Water A very similar view at a different time of the same year to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6778145">SX7374 : View up the valley of the Blackslade Water</a>, taken looking back to the left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309085">SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water</a>, and also with Rippon Tor visible.
Near Blackslade Water
A very similar view at a different time of the same year to SX7374 : View up the valley of the Blackslade Water, taken looking back to the left from SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water, and also with Rippon Tor visible.
Wood above Blackslade Water Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309093">SX7374 : Near Blackslade Water</a> and behind the camera in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309085">SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water</a>.
Wood above Blackslade Water
Pony near Blackslade Water In the woodland shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309294">SX7374 : Wood above Blackslade Water</a>.
Pony near Blackslade Water
In the woodland shown in SX7374 : Wood above Blackslade Water.
Pony near Blackslade Water The pony shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309296">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a> is not alone. Here's a rear view of a friend. On the right are twigs of a large fallen tree.
Pony near Blackslade Water
The pony shown in SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water is not alone. Here's a rear view of a friend. On the right are twigs of a large fallen tree.
Woodland above Blackslade Water Looking behind the camera from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309329">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a>.
Woodland above Blackslade Water
Looking behind the camera from SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water.
Pony near Blackslade Water Another view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309296">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a>.
Pony near Blackslade Water
Fallen tree near Blackslade Water A tiny part of this appears on the right of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309329">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a>.
Fallen tree near Blackslade Water
A tiny part of this appears on the right of SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water.
Across the Blackslade Water valley Looking right from the woodland edge shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309329">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a>.
Across the Blackslade Water valley
Looking right from the woodland edge shown in SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water.
Weir, Blackslade Water This is the feature seen from another direction in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6778153">SX7374 : Blackslade Water</a>, and where a leat is carried off from the stream for the farm at Ruddycleave.
Weir, Blackslade Water
This is the feature seen from another direction in SX7374 : Blackslade Water, and where a leat is carried off from the stream for the farm at Ruddycleave.
Notice by former leat near Blackslade Water Fairly conclusive evidence that this is the former leat that served the farm at Ruddycleave. The notice reads: DRINKING WATER SUPPLY - DO NOT INTERFERE WITH OR POLLUTE IN ANY WAY. The former leat is also shown at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309085">SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water</a>, and its commencement at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309594">SX7374 : Weir, Blackslade Water</a>.
Notice by former leat near Blackslade Water
Fairly conclusive evidence that this is the former leat that served the farm at Ruddycleave. The notice reads: DRINKING WATER SUPPLY - DO NOT INTERFERE WITH OR POLLUTE IN ANY WAY. The former leat is also shown at SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water, and its commencement at SX7374 : Weir, Blackslade Water.
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Bagley Wood is located at Grid Ref: SX7273 (Lat: 50.54629, Lng: -3.8002322)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Teignbridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.54629,-3.8002322
Buckland in the Moor
Alt Name: Buckland-in-the-Moor
Place: village
Wikidata: Q773071
Wikipedia: en:Buckland-in-the-Moor
Lat/Long: 50.5441089/-3.8063168
Southbrook
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 50.5419718/-3.8009481
Elliott's Hill Farm
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 50.5496554/-3.8019405
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 12:00; Sa 11:00; Su off
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_c
Post Box Mounting: building
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: TQ13 63
Royal Cypher: VR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356
Source: survey;streetlevel imagery;aerial imagery
Lat/Long: 50.5424596/-3.8009395
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Heritage: yes
Listed Status: Grade II
Wikidata: Q26551018
Lat/Long: 50.5422528/-3.8006942
Bowden
Place: isolated_dwelling
Lat/Long: 50.5488149/-3.7982655
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 50.5494289/-3.8015807
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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