Combe Big Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Combe Big Wood

Bridge over the River Barle at Dulverton
Bridge over the River Barle at Dulverton Credit: Ben Meyrick

Combe Big Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Somerset, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is nestled within the tranquil countryside, offering visitors a peaceful and serene environment to explore.

The wood is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a rich and diverse habitat for wildlife. The canopy of the trees forms a dense cover, allowing only dappled sunlight to filter through, giving the wood a mystical and enchanting atmosphere.

Walking through Combe Big Wood, visitors are greeted with a variety of flora and fauna. Bluebells carpet the forest floor in spring, creating a vibrant and colorful display, while ferns and mosses thrive in the damp and shaded areas. The wood is also home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, providing a melodic soundtrack to the woodland experience.

There are several well-maintained footpaths that wind their way through the wood, allowing visitors to explore the area at their leisure. These paths lead to hidden clearings, where one can pause and take in the natural beauty that surrounds them.

Combe Big Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and photographers alike. Its tranquil ambiance and natural beauty make it an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse oneself in the wonders of the natural world.

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Bridge over the River Barle at Dulverton
Bridge over the River Barle at Dulverton
Barle Bridge, Dulverton A Grade II Listed bridge over the River Barle. Mediaeval in origin, repaired 1624, subsequently widened 1819 by J Stone, repaired 1866 and 1952-3. Five arches in random rubble. Also a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
Barle Bridge, Dulverton
A Grade II Listed bridge over the River Barle. Mediaeval in origin, repaired 1624, subsequently widened 1819 by J Stone, repaired 1866 and 1952-3. Five arches in random rubble. Also a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
Northmoor Road, Dulverton The nearest house is No. 7 and the pump and black bollard seen in the background are Listed Grade II, primarily for historic interest.
Northmoor Road, Dulverton
The nearest house is No. 7 and the pump and black bollard seen in the background are Listed Grade II, primarily for historic interest.
1-5 Church Lane, Dulverton Terrace of 5 houses circa early to mid-19th century, although the two closest (1 and 2) are earlier. Painted stole rubble. Listed Grade II.
1-5 Church Lane, Dulverton
Terrace of 5 houses circa early to mid-19th century, although the two closest (1 and 2) are earlier. Painted stole rubble. Listed Grade II.
Dulverton : Lion Stables Car Park A car park in Dulverton.
Dulverton : Lion Stables Car Park
A car park in Dulverton.
Dulverton : Bank Square Looking along the road at the junction.
Dulverton : Bank Square
Looking along the road at the junction.
Brushford: Knowle Farm
Brushford: Knowle Farm
Brushford: between Nightcott and Upcott Looking south from the Brushford – Nightcott lane
Brushford: between Nightcott and Upcott
Looking south from the Brushford – Nightcott lane
Dulverton: footbridge over stream On the public footpath between Dulverton and Waddicombe, looking east
Dulverton: footbridge over stream
On the public footpath between Dulverton and Waddicombe, looking east
Dulverton: pond By the footpath from Dulverton to Waddicombe, and clearly man made, with a dam height of 12 feet or more. Looking west
Dulverton: pond
By the footpath from Dulverton to Waddicombe, and clearly man made, with a dam height of 12 feet or more. Looking west
Dulverton: River Barle Seen from the footpath above Marsh Bridge, which runs through woods to Hawkridge and Tarr Steps
Dulverton: River Barle
Seen from the footpath above Marsh Bridge, which runs through woods to Hawkridge and Tarr Steps
Dulverton: Town Mills Now offering bread and breakfast, Town Mills was once one of four mills all powered by a single leat from the river Barle. One of its waterwheels can be seen turning at Bickleigh Mill, near Tiverton
Dulverton: Town Mills
Now offering bread and breakfast, Town Mills was once one of four mills all powered by a single leat from the river Barle. One of its waterwheels can be seen turning at Bickleigh Mill, near Tiverton
Dulverton: the leat from the Barle Here the leat runs past the old paper mill, now a private house. Seen from the public footpath
Dulverton: the leat from the Barle
Here the leat runs past the old paper mill, now a private house. Seen from the public footpath
BRUSHFORD, Somerset The church of St Nicholas
BRUSHFORD, Somerset
The church of St Nicholas
DULVERTON, Somerset All Saints Parish Church
DULVERTON, Somerset
All Saints Parish Church
Dulverton Fire Station Dulverton Fire Station, St Cuthbert's Way, Dulverton, Somerset.
Dulverton Fire Station
Dulverton Fire Station, St Cuthbert's Way, Dulverton, Somerset.
Dulverton: lane near Old Bury With beech tree. Between Hinam Cross and Battleton
Dulverton: lane near Old Bury
With beech tree. Between Hinam Cross and Battleton
Brushford: yard by bridleway Near Hulverton Hill, looking south on a track from, Brushford to Brocks Bridge. Christmas Day 2005
Brushford: yard by bridleway
Near Hulverton Hill, looking south on a track from, Brushford to Brocks Bridge. Christmas Day 2005
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Combe Big Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS9026 (Lat: 51.02951, Lng: -3.5559346)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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