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Conygore Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Conygore Wood

Thorne St Margaret St Margaret's Church.
Thorne St Margaret Credit: Wayland Smith

Conygore Wood is a charming woodland area located in Somerset, England. Stretching across an area of approximately 100 acres, this forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. The wood is situated near the small village of Conygore, adding to its tranquil and peaceful atmosphere.

The woodland is primarily composed of a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, and pine. The diverse range of tree species creates a vibrant and picturesque landscape throughout the year, with colorful foliage in the autumn and lush greenery during the spring and summer months.

Conygore Wood offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. There are several well-maintained walking trails, meandering through the forest and providing an opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area. The trails are suitable for all levels of fitness and offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Wildlife is abundant in Conygore Wood, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and nature photography. Visitors may catch a glimpse of various bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and buzzards. Additionally, the forest is home to deer, rabbits, and other small mammals, adding to the biodiversity of the area.

The wood is easily accessible, with ample parking available for those arriving by car. There are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the woodland, providing a perfect spot to pause and enjoy a packed lunch amidst nature's beauty.

Overall, Conygore Wood is a delightful destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Somerset's countryside.

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Conygore Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.971705/-3.3080103 or Grid Reference ST0819. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thorne St Margaret St Margaret's Church.
Thorne St Margaret
St Margaret's Church.
Entrance to Manor Farm Manor Farm, near Thorne St Margaret.
Entrance to Manor Farm
Manor Farm, near Thorne St Margaret.
Greenham Village Houses in Greenham.
Greenham Village
Houses in Greenham.
Higher Greenham Road junction on Fisher's Hill.
Higher Greenham
Road junction on Fisher's Hill.
View across fields View from Fishers Hill.
View across fields
View from Fishers Hill.
Greenham : Bishop's Hill Looking along Bishop's Hill in Greenham.
Greenham : Bishop's Hill
Looking along Bishop's Hill in Greenham.
Holcombe Rogus: east to Bishop's Barton Bishop's Barton is in the parish of Stawley, across the river Tone
Holcombe Rogus: east to Bishop's Barton
Bishop's Barton is in the parish of Stawley, across the river Tone
Stawley: Cothay Manor The manor gardens are open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from April through to September. Also on bank holidays. Admission in 2005 – £4: no dogs. The manor house dates from the late 15th century
Stawley: Cothay Manor
The manor gardens are open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from April through to September. Also on bank holidays. Admission in 2005 – £4: no dogs. The manor house dates from the late 15th century
Stawley: The Globe In the hamlet of Appley, this public house has a good reputation for food. Looking north
Stawley: The Globe
In the hamlet of Appley, this public house has a good reputation for food. Looking north
Stawley: footpath at Greenham The old towpath of the Grand Western Canal – not restored on this section – has now become a public footpath. Here it heads north east towards Cothay Manor
Stawley: footpath at Greenham
The old towpath of the Grand Western Canal – not restored on this section – has now become a public footpath. Here it heads north east towards Cothay Manor
Thorne St Margaret: lane through Piley Copse Looking north west. Small ponds by the lane have recently been cleared of surrounding trees
Thorne St Margaret: lane through Piley Copse
Looking north west. Small ponds by the lane have recently been cleared of surrounding trees
Thorne St Margaret: Thorne Manor Earlier known as Manor Farm, it dates from the 16th century. A horse engine was used for thrashing wheat here in the 19th century
Thorne St Margaret: Thorne Manor
Earlier known as Manor Farm, it dates from the 16th century. A horse engine was used for thrashing wheat here in the 19th century
Thorne St Margaret: limekiln near Piley Copse On the edge of a field with access permitted under DEFRA’s farm conservation scheme – until September 2011. Looking south west
Thorne St Margaret: limekiln near Piley Copse
On the edge of a field with access permitted under DEFRA’s farm conservation scheme – until September 2011. Looking south west
Stawley: path at Greenham By the bed of the Grand Western Canal in which the saplings on the right grow. Looking north east
Stawley: path at Greenham
By the bed of the Grand Western Canal in which the saplings on the right grow. Looking north east
Stawley: canal bed at Greenham The remains of the Grand Western Canal at Greenham. Looking east from the adjoining public footpath, which runs to Cothay Manor
Stawley: canal bed at Greenham
The remains of the Grand Western Canal at Greenham. Looking east from the adjoining public footpath, which runs to Cothay Manor
Stawley: Tracebridge A hamlet which was once home to two mills: a corn mill, which then worked as a saw mill in the last quarter of the 19th century and a slate cutting mill which served the nearby Tracebridge Quarries, established by 1894 and closed by 1935. For a full history of the hamlet see Eric G Rodwell. Tracebridge. A History of the Hamlet, its Houses, The Quarries and the Mill. A copy is available at the Somerset Studies Library, Paul Street, Taunton
Stawley: Tracebridge
A hamlet which was once home to two mills: a corn mill, which then worked as a saw mill in the last quarter of the 19th century and a slate cutting mill which served the nearby Tracebridge Quarries, established by 1894 and closed by 1935. For a full history of the hamlet see Eric G Rodwell. Tracebridge. A History of the Hamlet, its Houses, The Quarries and the Mill. A copy is available at the Somerset Studies Library, Paul Street, Taunton
Marsh Marigolds, near Greenham On an abandoned stretch of the Grand Western Canal.
Marsh Marigolds, near Greenham
On an abandoned stretch of the Grand Western Canal.
Canalside path, near Greenham
Canalside path, near Greenham
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Conygore Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST0819 (Lat: 50.971705, Lng: -3.3080103)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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