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Higher Stockham Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

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Higher Stockham Wood

Halscombe Farm, near Dulverton: aerial 2021
Halscombe Farm, near Dulverton: aerial 2021 Credit: Chris

Higher Stockham Wood is a beautiful woodland area located in Somerset, England. Covering approximately 50 acres, this ancient forest is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its diverse range of plant and animal species.

The woodland is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees such as oak, ash, beech, and hazel, providing a rich habitat for a variety of wildlife including deer, badgers, and a wide range of bird species. The forest floor is carpeted with bluebells and other wildflowers in the spring, creating a stunning display of color.

Higher Stockham Wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers looking to explore the peaceful surroundings and capture the beauty of the natural landscape. There are several walking trails crisscrossing the woodland, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquil atmosphere and enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest.

Overall, Higher Stockham Wood is a hidden gem in Somerset, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and providing a valuable habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species.

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Higher Stockham Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.061008/-3.5331302 or Grid Reference SS9230. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Halscombe Farm, near Dulverton: aerial 2021
Halscombe Farm, near Dulverton: aerial 2021
Layby on the A396, looking south
Layby on the A396, looking south
Layby on the A396, looking north
Layby on the A396, looking north
Dulverton: Northcombe Farm View from the footpath to Court Down. The water-powered millhouse at Northcombe has been converted into a camping barn; the shrouds of the overshot waterwheel survive outside
Dulverton: Northcombe Farm
View from the footpath to Court Down. The water-powered millhouse at Northcombe has been converted into a camping barn; the shrouds of the overshot waterwheel survive outside
Dulverton: track running south to Jury Cross The track appears to head towards Pixton Park, just beyond Jury Cross
Dulverton: track running south to Jury Cross
The track appears to head towards Pixton Park, just beyond Jury Cross
North Coombe Farm Camping Barn Wonderful spot to stay, to walk, to relax
North Coombe Farm Camping Barn
Wonderful spot to stay, to walk, to relax
majestic hedge bank beech (Fagus Sylvatica) One of many magnificent trees in the Dulverton area
majestic hedge bank beech (Fagus Sylvatica)
One of many magnificent trees in the Dulverton area
Dulverton: Stockham Former farm buildings. Looking east-north-east
Dulverton: Stockham
Former farm buildings. Looking east-north-east
Brompton Regis: the A396 in the Exe Valley River and road adjoin. Looking west-south-west on the edge of Brockhole Wood
Brompton Regis: the A396 in the Exe Valley
River and road adjoin. Looking west-south-west on the edge of Brockhole Wood
Brompton Regis: old quarry On Bury Hill by the road from Machine Cross, and now populated with rhododendrons. Looking north east
Brompton Regis: old quarry
On Bury Hill by the road from Machine Cross, and now populated with rhododendrons. Looking north east
Brompton Regis: Barlynch Wood A hanging wood in the Exe valley. Looking south-south-west
Brompton Regis: Barlynch Wood
A hanging wood in the Exe valley. Looking south-south-west
Dulverton: Looseall Wood By the B3223 road to Exmoor and Simonsbath. Looking west-north-west
Dulverton: Looseall Wood
By the B3223 road to Exmoor and Simonsbath. Looking west-north-west
Dulverton: the B3223 in Looseall Wood The road to Exmoor and Simonsbath in the steep-sided valley of a Barle tributary. Looking north
Dulverton: the B3223 in Looseall Wood
The road to Exmoor and Simonsbath in the steep-sided valley of a Barle tributary. Looking north
Ford over the Exe A ford where a private track crosses the river Exe
Ford over the Exe
A ford where a private track crosses the river Exe
Lyncombe Wood Ancient oaks dominate this part of the wood where the land falls steeply towards the River Haddeo after it emerges from the Wimbleball Reservoir dam. It is now possible to reach Hartford and the reservoir by this permitted footpath from Louisa Gate.
Lyncombe Wood
Ancient oaks dominate this part of the wood where the land falls steeply towards the River Haddeo after it emerges from the Wimbleball Reservoir dam. It is now possible to reach Hartford and the reservoir by this permitted footpath from Louisa Gate.
Lyncombe Wood There are several pheasant feeding stations beside the permitted path. Smart birds will fly SE and seek refuge in the League Against Cruel Sports sanctuary at Louisa Gate.
Lyncombe Wood
There are several pheasant feeding stations beside the permitted path. Smart birds will fly SE and seek refuge in the League Against Cruel Sports sanctuary at Louisa Gate.
Baronsdown Deer Sanctuary The sanctuary is run by the League Against Cruel Sports and the high fencing can be seen behind the white notice.
Baronsdown Deer Sanctuary
The sanctuary is run by the League Against Cruel Sports and the high fencing can be seen behind the white notice.
River Exe The river Exe (or Little Exe as it is known locally above the Exe/Barle junction) near Barlynch Farm.
River Exe
The river Exe (or Little Exe as it is known locally above the Exe/Barle junction) near Barlynch Farm.
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Higher Stockham Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS9230 (Lat: 51.061008, Lng: -3.5331302)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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