Northernwood Brake

Wood, Forest in Devon Mid Devon

England

Northernwood Brake

Field beside Webber Lane (Two Moors Way) There are several plantations in the valley below the field — Field beside Webber Lane (Two Moors Way) Credit: David Smith

Northernwood Brake is a picturesque woodland located in Devon, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 100 acres, it is known for its dense forest cover and diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and meandering streams, providing a tranquil and serene environment for visitors.

The forest is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a vibrant and colorful canopy during the autumn months. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, adding to the beauty of the surroundings.

Northernwood Brake is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a variety of animals and bird species. Visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, badgers, foxes, and rabbits roaming freely within the woodland. Additionally, the forest is a nesting ground for several bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching.

The woodland offers numerous walking trails and pathways for visitors to explore, allowing them to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings. There are also designated picnic areas and benches where visitors can relax and take in the natural beauty of the forest.

Overall, Northernwood Brake in Devon is a stunning example of a wood and forest ecosystem. With its diverse range of trees, flourishing wildlife, and peaceful atmosphere, it offers visitors a truly enchanting experience in the heart of the English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.772861/-3.7971043 or Grid Reference SX7398. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field beside Webber Lane (Two Moors Way) There are several plantations in the valley below the field

Field beside Webber Lane (Two Moors Way)

There are several plantations in the valley below the field

Field beside Webber Lane (Two Moors Way)

Field beside Webber Lane (Two Moors Way)

Quince Cross The three-way junction is not named on OS maps, but the upright carries the name. On the left is the valley of the River Troney, and a sign warns of the risk of flooding.

Quince Cross

The three-way junction is not named on OS maps, but the upright carries the name. On the left is the valley of the River Troney, and a sign warns of the risk of flooding.

Bridge over River Troney The bridge is between two road junctions, so four roads converge on this crossing. To the north is Spreyton Wood Cross, to the south Quince Cross. The bridge is designed to become a ford when there is a flood. One of the wooden fence rails on the right is broken - the result of flooding?

Bridge over River Troney

The bridge is between two road junctions, so four roads converge on this crossing. To the north is Spreyton Wood Cross, to the south Quince Cross. The bridge is designed to become a ford when there is a flood. One of the wooden fence rails on the right is broken - the result of flooding?

Bridge over River Troney The bridge is between two road junctions, so four roads converge on this crossing. To the north is Spreyton Wood Cross, to the south Quince Cross, visible here. The bridge is designed to become a ford when there is a flood.

Bridge over River Troney

The bridge is between two road junctions, so four roads converge on this crossing. To the north is Spreyton Wood Cross, to the south Quince Cross, visible here. The bridge is designed to become a ford when there is a flood.

Bridge near Spreyton Wood This footbridge provides a crossing when the road bridge becomes a ford, although the slope of the road suggests that water will flood the road where the photographer is standing. The stream rises in Blackdown Copse and is a tributary of the River Troney

Bridge near Spreyton Wood

This footbridge provides a crossing when the road bridge becomes a ford, although the slope of the road suggests that water will flood the road where the photographer is standing. The stream rises in Blackdown Copse and is a tributary of the River Troney

The valley of the River Troney

The valley of the River Troney

Hedgebank at Huddishill Winter trees on the hedgebank on the climb out of the valley of the River Troney

Hedgebank at Huddishill

Winter trees on the hedgebank on the climb out of the valley of the River Troney

Blackdown Copse The woodland fills the valley of a small stream that flows into the River Troney at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3298459">SX7297 : Bridge near Spreyton Wood</a>

Blackdown Copse

The woodland fills the valley of a small stream that flows into the River Troney at SX7297 : Bridge near Spreyton Wood

Hillerton Cross Grade 2 listed granite cross, probably dating from the 15th century

Hillerton Cross

Grade 2 listed granite cross, probably dating from the 15th century

Hillerton Cross The road south from here is marked as unsuitable for long vehicles. It leads to Easton Cross <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3298385">SX7294 : Road to Bow at Easton Cross</a> where the other end of the unsuitable stretch has a similar warning sign. The cross is grade 2 listed, probably 15th century

Hillerton Cross

The road south from here is marked as unsuitable for long vehicles. It leads to Easton Cross SX7294 : Road to Bow at Easton Cross where the other end of the unsuitable stretch has a similar warning sign. The cross is grade 2 listed, probably 15th century

Pheasant on a gate at Treedown Farm Beyond the gate, the land falls away towards Langford and Bow

Pheasant on a gate at Treedown Farm

Beyond the gate, the land falls away towards Langford and Bow

Spestos Lane at Hillerton This leads to Spestos Farmhouse, a grade 2 listed building

Spestos Lane at Hillerton

This leads to Spestos Farmhouse, a grade 2 listed building

Road passing Higher Treedown Farm

Road passing Higher Treedown Farm

Three field entrances near Higher Treedown Farm These field gates are at a sharp turn in the road to Bow; the line of the road would follow the central track along a ridge and field boundaries to the farm at Hilldown and the road beyond that.

Three field entrances near Higher Treedown Farm

These field gates are at a sharp turn in the road to Bow; the line of the road would follow the central track along a ridge and field boundaries to the farm at Hilldown and the road beyond that.

Hill dropping towards Langford Beyond the white buildings are trees that mark the line of the Crediton to Okehampton railway line, now used for freight and occasional passenger excursions.

Hill dropping towards Langford

Beyond the white buildings are trees that mark the line of the Crediton to Okehampton railway line, now used for freight and occasional passenger excursions.

Solar panel in a field This panel, in its protective fence close to the trees, is in the middle of a field. The satellite view of the field shows a line of recent excavation running close to the panel, so it may provide energy for monitoring flow in an underground pipe

Solar panel in a field

This panel, in its protective fence close to the trees, is in the middle of a field. The satellite view of the field shows a line of recent excavation running close to the panel, so it may provide energy for monitoring flow in an underground pipe

Barns at Langford The barns are south of Bow Station Cross.

Barns at Langford

The barns are south of Bow Station Cross.

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Northernwood Brake is located at Grid Ref: SX7398 (Lat: 50.772861, Lng: -3.7971043)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Mid Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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