Uddern Copse

Wood, Forest in Devon South Hams

England

Uddern Copse

Field near Broadley Farm A track leaves the lane between Bow and Pruston Barton to run past a tree and down into the valley of a tributary of the Gara. All very dry during the drought.
Field near Broadley Farm Credit: Derek Harper

Uddern Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Devon, a county in southwestern England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, the copse is situated near the village of Uddern and is known for its pristine natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The copse primarily consists of mature broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead. These towering trees provide shelter and food for a wide variety of bird species, such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls. Additionally, the copse is home to a range of mammals, including foxes, badgers, and deer, which can often be spotted roaming through the undergrowth.

Walking trails wind their way through the copse, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the woodland and immerse themselves in its tranquil atmosphere. The paths lead to several clearings, which provide ideal spots for picnics or simply taking in the stunning scenery.

Uddern Copse is also notable for its diverse plant life, with a carpet of bluebells covering the forest floor in the spring, creating a breathtaking display of color. Other wildflowers, ferns, and mosses can also be found throughout the copse, adding to its natural charm.

With its serene ambiance and abundance of wildlife, Uddern Copse is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers alike. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to connect with nature and experience the beauty of the Devon countryside.

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Uddern Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.338012/-3.6440023 or Grid Reference SX8349. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field near Broadley Farm A track leaves the lane between Bow and Pruston Barton to run past a tree and down into the valley of a tributary of the Gara. All very dry during the drought.
Field near Broadley Farm
A track leaves the lane between Bow and Pruston Barton to run past a tree and down into the valley of a tributary of the Gara. All very dry during the drought.
Lane near Pruston Barton Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269513">SX8149 : Field near Broadley Farm</a> up the lane from Bow.
Lane near Pruston Barton
Looking right from SX8149 : Field near Broadley Farm up the lane from Bow.
Lane to Bow Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269513">SX8149 : Field near Broadley Farm</a> and therefore in the opposite direction to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7273889">SX8149 : Lane near Pruston Barton</a>.
Lane to Bow
Looking left from SX8149 : Field near Broadley Farm and therefore in the opposite direction to SX8149 : Lane near Pruston Barton.
Fuge Farm - South Hams A typical South Devon farm.
Fuge Farm - South Hams
A typical South Devon farm.
Devon small road Small road leading down to Forder
Devon small road
Small road leading down to Forder
Great Coombe, near Stoke Fleming According to Cherry & Pevsner, "a late C16 and C17 farmhouse adapted from an earlier ... building ...the two-storey porch with richly moulded doorcase and contemporary door are of c 1600". The very rich architectural heritage of this building is described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=99913&mode=adv" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=99913&mode=adv">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> .
Great Coombe, near Stoke Fleming
According to Cherry & Pevsner, "a late C16 and C17 farmhouse adapted from an earlier ... building ...the two-storey porch with richly moulded doorcase and contemporary door are of c 1600". The very rich architectural heritage of this building is described at LinkExternal link .
View near Bowden From the lane between Bowden and Ash Cross just above Higher Bowden Holiday Cottages, looking across a small valley that joins the Blackpool valley.
View near Bowden
From the lane between Bowden and Ash Cross just above Higher Bowden Holiday Cottages, looking across a small valley that joins the Blackpool valley.
Higher Ash Farm Part of a hamlet in the South Hams consisting of several farms, their cottages, and a main house.
Higher Ash Farm
Part of a hamlet in the South Hams consisting of several farms, their cottages, and a main house.
Bowden House There are actually seven bays to the facade of this C18 country house inland from Blackpool Sands, but only the projecting central three can clearly be seen from the lane. "The centre 3 bays section is the original house and the flanking 2 bays set back are the early C19 wings." This and a great deal more at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=99934&mode=adv" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=99934&mode=adv">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>
Bowden House
There are actually seven bays to the facade of this C18 country house inland from Blackpool Sands, but only the projecting central three can clearly be seen from the lane. "The centre 3 bays section is the original house and the flanking 2 bays set back are the early C19 wings." This and a great deal more at LinkExternal link
Cottages at Lower Ash Cottages by a track junction in the hamlet of Ash, in the Devon South Hams.
Cottages at Lower Ash
Cottages by a track junction in the hamlet of Ash, in the Devon South Hams.
Coleshill Copse Blackawton Bridleway 28 descends to the valley of a tributary of the Gara, with a small pond at near centre. Beyond, the bridleway climbs through the wood on its way to Westdown.
Coleshill Copse
Blackawton Bridleway 28 descends to the valley of a tributary of the Gara, with a small pond at near centre. Beyond, the bridleway climbs through the wood on its way to Westdown.
Field beside Coleshill Copse From the footpath bridge over the stream below Coleshill Copse, which is on the right.
Field beside Coleshill Copse
From the footpath bridge over the stream below Coleshill Copse, which is on the right.
Lower Burlestone An old farmhouse with jetty porch beside a small tributary of the Gara.
Lower Burlestone
An old farmhouse with jetty porch beside a small tributary of the Gara.
Cottage at Bowden Wallis Cottage is on the hill up from the Em to Bowden House.
Cottage at Bowden
Wallis Cottage is on the hill up from the Em to Bowden House.
Stream near Great Coombe Looking upstream along a tributary of Blackpool Lake from the winding lane between Combe Cross and Bowden. The number of "o"s in the word Combe is variable.
Stream near Great Coombe
Looking upstream along a tributary of Blackpool Lake from the winding lane between Combe Cross and Bowden. The number of "o"s in the word Combe is variable.
Green lane west of Bowden This track can be traced on the map running along the valley side for a kilometre as far as Stancombe Wood, although for some of the route it is no longer enclosed, and it is not publicly accessible, alas. Seen from its start on the lane between Combe Cross and Bowden.
Green lane west of Bowden
This track can be traced on the map running along the valley side for a kilometre as far as Stancombe Wood, although for some of the route it is no longer enclosed, and it is not publicly accessible, alas. Seen from its start on the lane between Combe Cross and Bowden.
Lane to Bowden The lane from Combe Cross descends towards Great Combe and Bowden from the ridge running inland from Strete. The hillside beyond, with Quarry Copse left of centre, is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SX8548">SX8548</a>.
Lane to Bowden
The lane from Combe Cross descends towards Great Combe and Bowden from the ridge running inland from Strete. The hillside beyond, with Quarry Copse left of centre, is in SX8548.
Totnes Road at Combe Cross The ridge road from Strete, which joins the A3122 at Oldstone Cross. The hedge has been realigned here and at the next junction (Blackwell Cross) to provide a vision splay.
Totnes Road at Combe Cross
The ridge road from Strete, which joins the A3122 at Oldstone Cross. The hedge has been realigned here and at the next junction (Blackwell Cross) to provide a vision splay.
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Uddern Copse is located at Grid Ref: SX8349 (Lat: 50.338012, Lng: -3.6440023)

Administrative County: Devon

District: South Hams

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///operation.prance.variously. Near Dartmouth, Devon

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