Quarry Close Copse

Wood, Forest in Devon Mid Devon

England

Quarry Close Copse

Cruwys Morchard: Way Village Cottages by an old chapel
Cruwys Morchard: Way Village Credit: Martin Bodman

Quarry Close Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Devon, England. Situated in the heart of the countryside, this tranquil copse covers an area of approximately 10 acres and is a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

The copse is characterized by its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich tapestry of wildflowers, such as bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, which burst into a riot of color during the springtime.

The copse is crisscrossed by a network of narrow footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. As you wander through the woodland, you may be lucky enough to spot some of the copse's resident wildlife, including rabbits, squirrels, and a variety of bird species. It is not uncommon to hear the melodic songs of thrushes and blackbirds echoing through the trees.

Quarry Close Copse is also home to a small stream, which meanders through the woodland, adding to its natural charm. The babbling sound of running water provides a soothing backdrop for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Whether you are an avid nature photographer, a keen hiker, or simply someone seeking solace in the beauty of the natural world, Quarry Close Copse offers a truly enchanting experience that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

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Quarry Close Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.880592/-3.5703008 or Grid Reference SS8910. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cruwys Morchard: Way Village Cottages by an old chapel
Cruwys Morchard: Way Village
Cottages by an old chapel
Cruwys Morchard: cattle in a field near Lythe-land Looking north towards Templeton
Cruwys Morchard: cattle in a field near Lythe-land
Looking north towards Templeton
Cruwys Morchard: Windmill Farm Entrance to farmyard. In 1553 a windmill stood across the road to the east, probably near the trig point 253m up from sea level, where it would have worked in all winds
Cruwys Morchard: Windmill Farm
Entrance to farmyard. In 1553 a windmill stood across the road to the east, probably near the trig point 253m up from sea level, where it would have worked in all winds
Cruwys Morchard: near Old Ford House Overlooking a valley; its stream a tributary of the Dart, itself a tributary of the Exe. Looking west-south-west
Cruwys Morchard: near Old Ford House
Overlooking a valley; its stream a tributary of the Dart, itself a tributary of the Exe. Looking west-south-west
Cruwys Morchard: Thorne Farm Looking north east with a new Massey Ferguson tractor parked up
Cruwys Morchard: Thorne Farm
Looking north east with a new Massey Ferguson tractor parked up
Cruwys Morchard: towards Withleigh Withleigh church tower is just visible almost on the horizon, part shrouded in a clump of trees. Looking east-north-east
Cruwys Morchard: towards Withleigh
Withleigh church tower is just visible almost on the horizon, part shrouded in a clump of trees. Looking east-north-east
Way Village Church facing west from the church gate
Way Village Church
facing west from the church gate
Black Down Copse A stream runs along the edge of the copse and drains into the River Dart, one of numerous wooded side valleys in the area. Seen from the track between Kingdom's Corner and Cotton Farm, as it climbs away from another stream beside Quarry Close Copse.
Black Down Copse
A stream runs along the edge of the copse and drains into the River Dart, one of numerous wooded side valleys in the area. Seen from the track between Kingdom's Corner and Cotton Farm, as it climbs away from another stream beside Quarry Close Copse.
The road to Hookway
The road to Hookway
Chicken and lake at Hookway
Chicken and lake at Hookway
Looking towards Way Village, cut hay in the fields
Looking towards Way Village, cut hay in the fields
Cows near Thorne Farm
Cows near Thorne Farm
Way Village church
Way Village church
Road Junction south of Way Village
Road Junction south of Way Village
Towards Furze Farm Countryside northwest of Brindiwell, with a view across a valley east of Upham from the ridge lane between Moor View and Brindiwell Cross. Furze Farm is on the right.
Towards Furze Farm
Countryside northwest of Brindiwell, with a view across a valley east of Upham from the ridge lane between Moor View and Brindiwell Cross. Furze Farm is on the right.
Haydon Farm From a lane following the parish boundary along high ground between Cheriton Fitzpaine and Cadeleigh; the farm is in the latter.
Haydon Farm
From a lane following the parish boundary along high ground between Cheriton Fitzpaine and Cadeleigh; the farm is in the latter.
Beerash Cross Another view of the lane junction shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/990387">SS8909 : Between Cadeleigh and Way Village</a>, from the lane arriving from Building's Cross.
Beerash Cross
Another view of the lane junction shown in SS8909 : Between Cadeleigh and Way Village, from the lane arriving from Building's Cross.
Approaching Beerash Cross The lane from which <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2318546">SS8908 : Haydon Farm</a> was taken approaches the junction shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2318554">SS8909 : Beerash Cross</a>, past a drunken sign.
Approaching Beerash Cross
The lane from which SS8908 : Haydon Farm was taken approaches the junction shown in SS8909 : Beerash Cross, past a drunken sign.
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Quarry Close Copse is located at Grid Ref: SS8910 (Lat: 50.880592, Lng: -3.5703008)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Mid Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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