Capton Copse

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Capton Copse

Roadside stall Local fresh produce was for sale on the day we saw this pretty honesty stall. The young courgettes were delicious. — Roadside stall Credit: Marika Reinholds

Capton Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Somerset, England. Nestled in the beautiful countryside, this forested area covers approximately 100 acres of land. The copse is situated near the village of Capton, creating a serene and tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, beech, and birch. These trees provide a lush canopy, creating a shaded and cool atmosphere even during hot summer days. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the overall charm and natural beauty of the area.

Capton Copse is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The forest is teeming with bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Visitors may also catch a glimpse of small mammals such as squirrels, hedgehogs, and foxes roaming through the undergrowth.

There are several well-maintained trails that wind their way through the copse, allowing visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. These paths are suitable for both leisurely walks and more challenging hikes, catering to a range of fitness levels and interests.

For those seeking a peaceful retreat or a place to reconnect with nature, Capton Copse offers a sanctuary away from the bustling city life. With its abundant flora and fauna, this woodland provides a serene and rejuvenating experience for all who venture into its depths.

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Capton Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.144302/-3.3206468 or Grid Reference ST0739. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Roadside stall

Local fresh produce was for sale on the day we saw this pretty honesty stall. The young courgettes were delicious.

Marika Reinholds

Former quarry face, Woolston

See also ST0940 : The former Woolston Quarry [Bunter sandstone]; as Christine remarks this appears to be sandstone, yet old maps show lime kilns nearby. An online source Link

explains that red Triassic sandstone pebble beds can be seen in Woolston Quarry but carboniferous limestone is found within the same quarry.

Stephen Craven

New dutch barn near Woolston

This isn't shown on even recent maps but the latest aerial imagery on Google Maps shows it in construction.

Stephen Craven

The A358 at Sampford Brett

Looking west from the railway bridge. Compare ST0940 : The A358.

Stephen Craven

Turning for North Street

Roger Cornfoot

Former print works, Williton

Roger Cornfoot

'The White House' hotel and restaurant

Roger Cornfoot

The A358 passes below the West Somerset Railway, Sampford Brett

Ruth Sharville

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the south face of the old council office. It marks a point 31.986m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

The Bartholomew Thomas Almshouses, Woolston

Built in 1904... very recent for almshouses.

Roger Cornfoot

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the SE angle of All Saints Church. It marks a point 89.685m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Steam train and Quantocks from the footpath to Capton

A perfect walk home with only the whistle of a train and the distant sound of a tractor to be heard.

Barbara Cook

Towards Woolston

Woolston and the fertile West Country farmland, viewed from the West Somerset Railway.

Mary and Angus Hogg

All Saints Church, Monksilver, Somerset

All Saints, Monksilver is located between the Quantocks and the Brendon Hills. The church dates back to the C12, although the current structure is the results of rebuilding in the C14. It is thought that the original church was built by monks from Bec Abbey in Normandy, and had connections to Goldcliffe Priory in South Wales. Because the church was a monastic church, the usual memorials inside these early churches are absent, due being owned by the Priory. The main entrance door is the original medieval door with the original ironwork. In later years it came under the ownership of Eton College and then by the Dean and Canons of St George's Chapel, Windsor. The layout is of a standard design - chancel, nave and tower at the west end. The tower has five bells, the oldest being cast in 1548. The church is in the Diocese of Bath and Wells.

John C