Great Copse

Wood, Forest in Devon North Devon

England

Great Copse

Partridge Arms Farm Formerly an inn, now an excellent B&B on the edge of Exmoor
Partridge Arms Farm Credit: John Phillips

Great Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Devon, England. It is a natural haven, covering an area of approximately 100 acres and is renowned for its diverse flora and fauna. The copse is situated in a remote location, making it a perfect destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers seeking tranquility and solitude.

The woodland is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These towering giants create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape during the spring and summer months.

Great Copse is home to an array of wildlife species, including deer, badgers, and foxes. Birdwatchers will also delight in the copse's avian inhabitants, which include woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The woodland is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), further highlighting its ecological significance.

The copse offers a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, offering glimpses of serene ponds and babbling brooks along the way. The copse is particularly popular for its scenic viewpoints, providing breathtaking vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Great Copse is a cherished natural treasure in Devon, attracting visitors from far and wide. Its unspoiled beauty and rich biodiversity make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a connection with nature in this idyllic corner of England.

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Great Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.019356/-3.6318456 or Grid Reference SS8525. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Partridge Arms Farm Formerly an inn, now an excellent B&B on the edge of Exmoor
Partridge Arms Farm
Formerly an inn, now an excellent B&B on the edge of Exmoor
Yeo Mills looking SW across the valley
Yeo Mills looking SW across the valley
East Anstey: Waddicombe Looking north east from the start of a bridleway to Badlake Farm. There is some evidence for a medieval watermill at Waddicombe
East Anstey: Waddicombe
Looking north east from the start of a bridleway to Badlake Farm. There is some evidence for a medieval watermill at Waddicombe
East Anstey: approaching Oak Farm Looking west-south-west on a bridleway from Waddicombe to Dunsley
East Anstey: approaching Oak Farm
Looking west-south-west on a bridleway from Waddicombe to Dunsley
West Anstey: village Looking north from the Two Moors Way
West Anstey: village
Looking north from the Two Moors Way
West Anstey: churchyard The present church was dedicated in November 1319 and was heavily restored in 1880. It is now St Petrock’s but may have been dedicated to the Holy Trinity in the 14th century. A Norman font survives from an earlier church
West Anstey: churchyard
The present church was dedicated in November 1319 and was heavily restored in 1880. It is now St Petrock’s but may have been dedicated to the Holy Trinity in the 14th century. A Norman font survives from an earlier church
West Anstey: towards Dunsley Mill Looking south west from the bridleway below Badlake Farm
West Anstey: towards Dunsley Mill
Looking south west from the bridleway below Badlake Farm
East Anstey: ford on bridleway Looking west-south-west on bridleway from Waddicombe to Dunsley
East Anstey: ford on bridleway
Looking west-south-west on bridleway from Waddicombe to Dunsley
West Anstey: near Dunsley Looking north towards Dunsley Mill. The Two Moors Way runs by the hedgeline on the skyline on the left, towards West Anstey village
West Anstey: near Dunsley
Looking north towards Dunsley Mill. The Two Moors Way runs by the hedgeline on the skyline on the left, towards West Anstey village
East Anstey - The Froude Arms Now closed and a private residence.
East Anstey - The Froude Arms
Now closed and a private residence.
East Anstey School A cold morning!
East Anstey School
A cold morning!
Houses at East Anstey
Houses at East Anstey
East Anstey: Jubilee Inn A 20th century inn by the B3227 Taunton - Bampton - South Molton road, an early 19th century turnpike, now pleasantly quiet after much of its traffic has transferred to the North Devon Link Road. Looking east-north-east
East Anstey: Jubilee Inn
A 20th century inn by the B3227 Taunton - Bampton - South Molton road, an early 19th century turnpike, now pleasantly quiet after much of its traffic has transferred to the North Devon Link Road. Looking east-north-east
Brushford: overhead power line A transmission line on Hawtree Moors. Looking south east
Brushford: overhead power line
A transmission line on Hawtree Moors. Looking south east
Brushford: Oldways End A hamlet near the B3227 and on the road to East Anstey. Also on the Somerset – Devon border. Looking east-south-east
Brushford: Oldways End
A hamlet near the B3227 and on the road to East Anstey. Also on the Somerset – Devon border. Looking east-south-east
Dulverton: cottages at Oldways End The Dulverton and Brushford parish boundaries meet here as does the Somerset – Devon border. Looking north west
Dulverton: cottages at Oldways End
The Dulverton and Brushford parish boundaries meet here as does the Somerset – Devon border. Looking north west
East Anstey: by Yanhey Moor Woodland by the entrance to Higher Radnidge Farm and Radnidge House. Looking south-south-east
East Anstey: by Yanhey Moor
Woodland by the entrance to Higher Radnidge Farm and Radnidge House. Looking south-south-east
East Anstey: Smallacombe Moors Looking south east towards Blackerton
East Anstey: Smallacombe Moors
Looking south east towards Blackerton
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Great Copse is located at Grid Ref: SS8525 (Lat: 51.019356, Lng: -3.6318456)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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