Stung Close Copse

Wood, Forest in Devon Mid Devon

England

Stung Close Copse

Lane near Brindiwell Cross The lane west of Brindiwell Cross, following a ridge towards Upham. This hedge must be a good two metres across.
Lane near Brindiwell Cross Credit: Derek Harper

Stung Close Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Devon, England. Situated near the village of Devonshire, this enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 150 acres.

The copse is characterized by its dense vegetation and diverse array of trees, such as oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees provide a canopy of shade, creating a cool and tranquil atmosphere within the woodland. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, which adds to the natural beauty of the area.

Stung Close Copse is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Birdwatchers will delight in the opportunity to spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, while small mammals like squirrels, rabbits, and foxes can also be found in the copse. The forest is also known for its diverse insect population, including butterflies and beetles.

The copse offers a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting beauty. These paths wind through the woodland, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and glimpses of the wildlife that call the copse home. The forest is particularly popular in the spring, when the trees burst into bloom and the forest floor is covered in a vibrant carpet of bluebells.

Stung Close Copse is a true gem of Devon, offering visitors a tranquil retreat into nature. Whether you are seeking a peaceful walk, a spot of birdwatching, or simply a moment of solitude amidst the beauty of the forest, this woodland is sure to captivate and rejuvenate all who visit.

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Stung Close Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.866646/-3.5458863 or Grid Reference SS9108. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lane near Brindiwell Cross The lane west of Brindiwell Cross, following a ridge towards Upham. This hedge must be a good two metres across.
Lane near Brindiwell Cross
The lane west of Brindiwell Cross, following a ridge towards Upham. This hedge must be a good two metres across.
Gate and trees near Brindiwell Cross Looking across the lane from the spot where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2318502">SS8908 : Lane near Brindiwell Cross</a> was taken, with gorse in the corner of a field.
Gate and trees near Brindiwell Cross
Looking across the lane from the spot where SS8908 : Lane near Brindiwell Cross was taken, with gorse in the corner of a field.
Corner of field near Brindiwell Cross The trunk of the oak tree in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2318515">SS8908 : Gate and trees near Brindiwell Cross</a> is in the foreground. over the crest of the hill, the field drops down into the valley shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2318499">SS8908 : Towards Furze Farm</a>.
Corner of field near Brindiwell Cross
The trunk of the oak tree in SS8908 : Gate and trees near Brindiwell Cross is in the foreground. over the crest of the hill, the field drops down into the valley shown in SS8908 : Towards Furze Farm.
Field, Brindiwell An oak casts a shadow across a pasture field just west of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/990548">SS8907 : Brindiwell</a>.
Field, Brindiwell
An oak casts a shadow across a pasture field just west of SS8907 : Brindiwell.
Brindiwell A more distant view of the farm at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/990548">SS8907 : Brindiwell</a>, from further down Brindiwell Hill. It dates from the C17  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-96467-brindiwell-farmhouse-cheriton-fitzpaine" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-96467-brindiwell-farmhouse-cheriton-fitzpaine">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> .
Brindiwell
A more distant view of the farm at SS8907 : Brindiwell, from further down Brindiwell Hill. It dates from the C17 LinkExternal link .
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.
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.
Bare trees at Post Box Cross
Bare trees at Post Box Cross
Post Box Cross junction In common with the signs at many Devon road junctions and crossroads, the name of the location is on the upright.  This sign differs from the norm (e.g. Brindiwell Cross <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3259277">SS8908 : Brindiwell Cross junction</a> a short distance away) because the name is not enclosed in a box, and the font is slightly different.
Post Box Cross junction
In common with the signs at many Devon road junctions and crossroads, the name of the location is on the upright. This sign differs from the norm (e.g. Brindiwell Cross SS8908 : Brindiwell Cross junction a short distance away) because the name is not enclosed in a box, and the font is slightly different.
Brindiwell Cross junction The road ahead leads to Upham, and Brindiwell is to the left, on the south side of the ridge that the Upham road follows.  The name on the upright of the signpost is in the normal style of Devon signposts, in contrast to that at Post Box Cross <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3259274">SS8908 : Post Box Cross junction</a> a short distance away.
Brindiwell Cross junction
The road ahead leads to Upham, and Brindiwell is to the left, on the south side of the ridge that the Upham road follows. The name on the upright of the signpost is in the normal style of Devon signposts, in contrast to that at Post Box Cross SS8908 : Post Box Cross junction a short distance away.
Brindiwell Hill The road slopes to the south between hedgebanks with a hazy view towards the rolling countryside between Bickleigh and Crediton
Brindiwell Hill
The road slopes to the south between hedgebanks with a hazy view towards the rolling countryside between Bickleigh and Crediton
Brindiwell and farm buildings The farmhouse is listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-96467-brindiwell-farmhouse-cheriton-fitzpaine-d" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-96467-brindiwell-farmhouse-cheriton-fitzpaine-d">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>.  The buildings beside the road are of various dates, in stone, brick and iron.  In the centre left is the end of the track to another farm, West Farleigh
Brindiwell and farm buildings
The farmhouse is listed LinkExternal link. The buildings beside the road are of various dates, in stone, brick and iron. In the centre left is the end of the track to another farm, West Farleigh
Cadeleigh: towards Beerash Cross Looking north on the road from Cadeleigh by the entrance to Havana House. The road forms the parish boundary with Cheriton Fitzpaine
Cadeleigh: towards Beerash Cross
Looking north on the road from Cadeleigh by the entrance to Havana House. The road forms the parish boundary with Cheriton Fitzpaine
Cadeleigh: Catlake Seen from road just east from Post Box Cross, looking north
Cadeleigh: Catlake
Seen from road just east from Post Box Cross, looking north
Cheriton Fitzpaine: Post Box Cross Just east of Brindiwell Cross, with the left turning providing routes to Cheriton Fitzpaine and to Upham
Cheriton Fitzpaine: Post Box Cross
Just east of Brindiwell Cross, with the left turning providing routes to Cheriton Fitzpaine and to Upham
Cheriton Fitzpaine: Furze View north west from road between Beerash Cross and Post Box Cross, near the farm entrance
Cheriton Fitzpaine: Furze
View north west from road between Beerash Cross and Post Box Cross, near the farm entrance
Cheriton Fitzpaine: near Post Cross Looking south-south-west over a mid-Devon landscape
Cheriton Fitzpaine: near Post Cross
Looking south-south-west over a mid-Devon landscape
Cadeleigh: towards the village Looking east near Post Cross, by the lane to Cadeleigh village. It defines the boundary between Cadeleigh and Cheriton Fitzpaine parishes
Cadeleigh: towards the village
Looking east near Post Cross, by the lane to Cadeleigh village. It defines the boundary between Cadeleigh and Cheriton Fitzpaine parishes
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Stung Close Copse is located at Grid Ref: SS9108 (Lat: 50.866646, Lng: -3.5458863)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Mid Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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