Lowermead Copse

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Lowermead Copse

Farmland at Marshwood Almost level land forms a plateau around 10-20m above sea level, above the cliffs at Blue Anchor. — Farmland at Marshwood Credit: Stephen Craven

Lowermead Copse is a charming woodland located in Somerset, England. Situated near the village of Lowermead, this copse covers an area of approximately 50 acres. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and visitors looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

The copse is predominantly made up of a mix of broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, and beech. The dense canopy formed by these trees provides a tranquil and shady environment, perfect for long walks and picnics on hot summer days. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of leaf litter, creating a soft carpet underfoot.

The copse is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various species of birds, mammals, and insects. Birdwatchers will be delighted to spot common woodland birds such as blue tits, great tits, and robins, as well as the occasional glimpse of a woodpecker or owl. Squirrels can often be seen darting through the trees, while foxes and deer are occasionally spotted on quieter days.

Lowermead Copse is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their leisure. These paths meander through the trees, offering glimpses of sunlight filtering through the canopy and providing ample opportunities for photography or simply soaking in the natural beauty.

Overall, Lowermead Copse offers a serene and enchanting woodland experience. Whether you are a nature lover, a photographer, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, this copse in Somerset is well worth a visit.

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Lowermead Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.181101/-3.4135806 or Grid Reference ST0143. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland at Marshwood

Almost level land forms a plateau around 10-20m above sea level, above the cliffs at Blue Anchor.

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Static caravans at Blue Anchor Bay

Seen from a passing train.

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Cereal crop at Marshwood Farm

Seen from a passing train.

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Lower quadrant signal for Blue Anchor station

This is the home signal which would be set to danger (horizontal) if there was a train already in the station.

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Blue Anchor station

According to the railway's guide book, this halt was opened in 1904 as a speculative development preceding a new holiday resort, which never came fruition. It now acts as a passing loop on the West Somerset Railway. Here, a westbound steam train encounters a diesel locomotive on the other track, which was attached to the rear to be used for shunting movements at the temporary terminus at Dunster.

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Blue Anchor railway museum

The museum occupies the building on the down (westbound) side of the station.

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Up home signal for Blue Anchor station

The West Somerset Railway still uses these archaic lower-quadrant signals.

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Blue Anchor Bay

Seen from the West Somerset Railway which runs along the edge of the coast for a short distance.

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Sewer outfalls into Blue Anchor Bay

See ST0143 : Blue Anchor : Water Shoots out into the Sea and ST0143 : Drainage outlets into the Bristol Channel for close-ups, which show that they do sometimes get used.

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Footpath crossing to Blue Anchor Bay

It gives access to the South-west Coast Path. See ST0143 : Path over the railway on Ker Moor for the other side of the sign in the foreground.

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Milepost on Ker Moor

It marks 185 miles from London Paddington via Taunton.

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Sheep on Ker Moor

Seen from a passing train.

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Old pillbox on Ker Moor

One of many World War II defences along this coast, set in the middle of a crop field. See ST0044 : Old structure on Ker Moor for the other side of it seen from the coastal path.

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Flood channel of the river Avill

I thought this was a road to the beach, but in fact it is a floodwater channel intended to prevent the village of Marsh Street from flooding. ST0044 : Looking inland from bridge near Dunster Beach shows it with some water in it, but it's obviously designed to take major storm flows, perhaps like the flash flood that overwhelmed Lynmouth in 1952 See SS9943 : View From Loxhole Bridge for the weir at the head of the channel.

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