Barne Copse

Wood, Forest in Devon Teignbridge

England

Barne Copse

Track and lane junction, Barton Down The land on the right forms a triangle between the two lanes seen here and a lane from Kennick to the Teign valley, which the track ahead is curving to meet.
Track and lane junction, Barton Down Credit: Derek Harper

Barne Copse, located in Devon, England, is a charming woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Spanning over a vast area, this copse is nestled within the picturesque South Hams region, offering visitors a serene escape from the bustling city life.

The copse is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead. This lush vegetation provides a haven for a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. Walking along the well-maintained trails that wind through the copse, visitors can witness an abundance of woodland plants, such as bluebells, primroses, and ferns, blooming in their natural habitat.

In addition to its natural wonders, Barne Copse also boasts a rich history. It is believed that the area has been wooded since ancient times, and remnants of human activity, including old boundary banks and ditches, can still be found within the copse. These historical features add an intriguing element to the natural landscape and offer an insight into the region's past.

Barne Copse is a popular destination for walking, birdwatching, and picnicking, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. With its enchanting beauty and peaceful ambiance, this woodland oasis in Devon undoubtedly provides a memorable and refreshing experience for all who venture within its leafy embrace.

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Barne Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.649733/-3.6605901 or Grid Reference SX8284. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track and lane junction, Barton Down The land on the right forms a triangle between the two lanes seen here and a lane from Kennick to the Teign valley, which the track ahead is curving to meet.
Track and lane junction, Barton Down
The land on the right forms a triangle between the two lanes seen here and a lane from Kennick to the Teign valley, which the track ahead is curving to meet.
Lane, Barton Down Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6938187">SX8383 : Track and lane junction, Barton Down</a> to where the lane meets the other lane referred to, heading in the direction of the Teign valley.
Lane, Barton Down
Looking right from SX8383 : Track and lane junction, Barton Down to where the lane meets the other lane referred to, heading in the direction of the Teign valley.
Lane to Shuttamoor Looking in the other direction from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6938196">SX8383 : Lane, Barton Down</a> and left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6938187">SX8383 : Track and lane junction, Barton Down</a>, with the woods closing in.
Lane to Shuttamoor
Looking in the other direction from SX8383 : Lane, Barton Down and left from SX8383 : Track and lane junction, Barton Down, with the woods closing in.
Field beside Barton Down The woodland is access land. The farmland isn't.
Field beside Barton Down
The woodland is access land. The farmland isn't.
Barton Down Woodland at about 215 metres above sea level. This looks back to the left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6938509">SX8383 : Field beside Barton Down</a>.
Barton Down
Woodland at about 215 metres above sea level. This looks back to the left from SX8383 : Field beside Barton Down.
Fallen tree, Barton Down Close to the angle of the field (shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6938509">SX8383 : Field beside Barton Down</a>) round which the woodland grows.
Fallen tree, Barton Down
Close to the angle of the field (shown in SX8383 : Field beside Barton Down) round which the woodland grows.
Barton Down Near the angle mentioned at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6938690">SX8383 : Fallen tree, Barton Down</a>.
Barton Down
Near the angle mentioned at SX8383 : Fallen tree, Barton Down.
Woodland, Barton Down Dtopping away towards farmland.
Woodland, Barton Down
Dtopping away towards farmland.
Field boundary, Barton Down A gap in an old wall running through the woodland.
Field boundary, Barton Down
A gap in an old wall running through the woodland.
Field boundary, Barton Down Looking along the old wall seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939546">SX8383 : Field boundary, Barton Down</a>.
Field boundary, Barton Down
Looking along the old wall seen in SX8383 : Field boundary, Barton Down.
Woodland, Barton Down Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939777">SX8382 : Field boundary, Barton Down</a>.
Woodland, Barton Down
Woodland, Barton Down With a mass of tiny conifer saplings.
Woodland, Barton Down
With a mass of tiny conifer saplings.
Conifer sapling, Barton Down One of the many shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939788">SX8382 : Woodland, Barton Down</a>. It looks rather like yew.
Conifer sapling, Barton Down
One of the many shown in SX8382 : Woodland, Barton Down. It looks rather like yew.
Ride, Barton Down A main route used by cyclists across the access woodland.
Ride, Barton Down
A main route used by cyclists across the access woodland.
Woodland, Barton Down From the ride shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939794">SX8383 : Ride, Barton Down</a>.
Woodland, Barton Down
From the ride shown in SX8383 : Ride, Barton Down.
Ride, Barton Down Taken further south along the track shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939794">SX8383 : Ride, Barton Down</a>.
Ride, Barton Down
Taken further south along the track shown in SX8383 : Ride, Barton Down.
Junction, Barton Down A path turns off the ride shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939794">SX8383 : Ride, Barton Down</a>.
Junction, Barton Down
A path turns off the ride shown in SX8383 : Ride, Barton Down.
Woodland, Barton Down A contrejour shot from the path on the right of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6944975">SX8382 : Junction, Barton Down</a>.
Woodland, Barton Down
A contrejour shot from the path on the right of SX8382 : Junction, Barton Down.
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Barne Copse is located at Grid Ref: SX8284 (Lat: 50.649733, Lng: -3.6605901)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Teignbridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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