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Three Corner Copse

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

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Three Corner Copse

Crowcombe Heathfield station The locomotive here is 'Hymek' number D7018, passing an outward bound steam train while on its way to Bishops Lydeard to pick up a special train.
Crowcombe Heathfield station Credit: Stephen Craven

Three Corner Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Somerset, England. Spanning an area of approximately 50 acres, the copse is nestled in the heart of the rolling countryside, offering a serene and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The copse is predominantly made up of broadleaved trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense and verdant canopy overhead. This lush vegetation provides a haven for a diverse range of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike. Visitors may catch glimpses of deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species as they explore the copse's winding footpaths.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to embark on leisurely walks or more challenging hikes. The paths wind through the copse, leading visitors past ancient trees, vibrant wildflowers, and babbling streams. In spring, the woodland floor is carpeted with bluebells, creating a breathtaking display of color and fragrance.

Three Corner Copse also boasts several picnic areas and benches, inviting visitors to relax and soak up the natural beauty surrounding them. There is a small car park at the entrance, ensuring easy access for visitors.

Managed by a local conservation group, the copse is carefully maintained to preserve its ecological balance and protect its delicate ecosystem. Regular events and educational programs are organized to raise awareness about the importance of conservation and the role of woodlands in promoting biodiversity.

In conclusion, Three Corner Copse in Somerset is a stunning woodland retreat that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. With its diverse flora and fauna, well-maintained trails, and commitment to conservation, it is a true gem for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

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Three Corner Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.113727/-3.244428 or Grid Reference ST1235. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Crowcombe Heathfield station The locomotive here is 'Hymek' number D7018, passing an outward bound steam train while on its way to Bishops Lydeard to pick up a special train.
Crowcombe Heathfield station
The locomotive here is 'Hymek' number D7018, passing an outward bound steam train while on its way to Bishops Lydeard to pick up a special train.
Crowcombe Heathfield station building The station was open under the GWR, later British Railways, from 1862 to 1971, and is now part of the independent West Somerset Railway. It apparently achieved momentary fame when it featured in the Beatles' film 'A hard day's night'. The building here is listed grade II (list entry 1345657).
Crowcombe Heathfield station building
The station was open under the GWR, later British Railways, from 1862 to 1971, and is now part of the independent West Somerset Railway. It apparently achieved momentary fame when it featured in the Beatles' film 'A hard day's night'. The building here is listed grade II (list entry 1345657).
Steaming north out of Crowcombe Heathfield Two tracks become one at this point, with Station Road bridge in the background.
Steaming north out of Crowcombe Heathfield
Two tracks become one at this point, with Station Road bridge in the background.
Former goods dock at Crowcombe Heathfield To the left are modern houses known as Bakers Orchard.
Former goods dock at Crowcombe Heathfield
To the left are modern houses known as Bakers Orchard.
Box of kit in a field From a passing train I thought this was a beehive, but on closer inspection it's some kind of equipment in a metal cage on a concrete plinth, maybe with pipes running round it. Maybe a deep borehole ground source heat pump?
Box of kit in a field
From a passing train I thought this was a beehive, but on closer inspection it's some kind of equipment in a metal cage on a concrete plinth, maybe with pipes running round it. Maybe a deep borehole ground source heat pump?
Somerset County Council fingerpost, A358-Stickle Hill junction SCC fingerpost condition in July 2021, prior to refurbishment. Located on the A358 near Crowcombe village, at the junction with Stickle Hill.
Somerset County Council fingerpost, A358-Stickle Hill junction
SCC fingerpost condition in July 2021, prior to refurbishment. Located on the A358 near Crowcombe village, at the junction with Stickle Hill.
Somerset County Council fingerpost, A358-Stickle Hill junction SCC fingerpost on the A358 near Crowcombe, at the junction with Stickle Hill, leading to the hamlet of Lawford. Fingerpost condition after being refurbished as part of SCC's fingerpost refurbishment project. Work completed in August 2021 by 2 volunteers working on behalf of Crowcombe Parish Council, which supplied all paints and consumables.
Somerset County Council fingerpost, A358-Stickle Hill junction
SCC fingerpost on the A358 near Crowcombe, at the junction with Stickle Hill, leading to the hamlet of Lawford. Fingerpost condition after being refurbished as part of SCC's fingerpost refurbishment project. Work completed in August 2021 by 2 volunteers working on behalf of Crowcombe Parish Council, which supplied all paints and consumables.
Train entering Crowcombe Heathfield station GWR 'Manor' 4-6-0 No. 7802 'Bradley Manor' entering Crowcombe Heathfield station on the West Somerset Railway with a train from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard. The GWR 'Manor' class locomotives were a useful mixed traffic engine, designed by Charles Collett prior to WW2. Thirty locomotives were built, and nine survive - they are ideal engines for use on preserved railways.
Train entering Crowcombe Heathfield station
GWR 'Manor' 4-6-0 No. 7802 'Bradley Manor' entering Crowcombe Heathfield station on the West Somerset Railway with a train from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard. The GWR 'Manor' class locomotives were a useful mixed traffic engine, designed by Charles Collett prior to WW2. Thirty locomotives were built, and nine survive - they are ideal engines for use on preserved railways.
Gateway to Homeleigh Meadow Access on to public right of way footpath reference WL5/8 is to the right of the field gate at Homeleigh Meadow. The Quantock Hills can be seen in the gap between the trees in the distance.
Gateway to Homeleigh Meadow
Access on to public right of way footpath reference WL5/8 is to the right of the field gate at Homeleigh Meadow. The Quantock Hills can be seen in the gap between the trees in the distance.
Male blackcap warbler First blackcap of the Spring heard singing on Station Road, Crowcombe Heathfield. Some blackcaps are now permanent residents in Great Britain.
Male blackcap warbler
First blackcap of the Spring heard singing on Station Road, Crowcombe Heathfield. Some blackcaps are now permanent residents in Great Britain.
Oil Beetle The scarce oil beetle, spotted on the road in Crowcombe Heathfield. See link for more information about this iridescent creature <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.buglife.org.uk/projects/oil-beetle" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.buglife.org.uk/projects/oil-beetle">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>.
Oil Beetle
The scarce oil beetle, spotted on the road in Crowcombe Heathfield. See link for more information about this iridescent creature LinkExternal link.
SCC fingerpost near the hamlet of Lawford, Crowcombe parish The photograph, taken in September 2021, shows the latest condition of this Somerset County Council fingerpost, located at the junctions of Stickle Hill and Heddon Wood Lane. Although it is part of the SCC Fingerpost Restoration project, and is awaiting restoration by 2 volunteers working on behalf of Crowcombe parish, it is currently cordoned off by the SCC Highways Team (for safety reasons possibly - the post is very close to the edge of a steep drop of 10/15 foot to a stream below). Other Geographers have previously recorded the post condition; in April 2009 (when it still has its 'CROWCOMBE' arm) and again in June 2018.
SCC fingerpost near the hamlet of Lawford, Crowcombe parish
The photograph, taken in September 2021, shows the latest condition of this Somerset County Council fingerpost, located at the junctions of Stickle Hill and Heddon Wood Lane. Although it is part of the SCC Fingerpost Restoration project, and is awaiting restoration by 2 volunteers working on behalf of Crowcombe parish, it is currently cordoned off by the SCC Highways Team (for safety reasons possibly - the post is very close to the edge of a steep drop of 10/15 foot to a stream below). Other Geographers have previously recorded the post condition; in April 2009 (when it still has its 'CROWCOMBE' arm) and again in June 2018.
Snowy morning at Crowcombe Heathfield railway station Wintery scene at Crowcombe Heathfield railway station, on The West Somerset Railway. The platform, running-in board and rails are covered with a light dusting of snow.
Snowy morning at Crowcombe Heathfield railway station
Wintery scene at Crowcombe Heathfield railway station, on The West Somerset Railway. The platform, running-in board and rails are covered with a light dusting of snow.
Frozen signals Snow covered signal arms and gantry at Crowcombe Heathfield railway station on The West Somerset Railway. Luckily, no passenger services were running on this day.
Frozen signals
Snow covered signal arms and gantry at Crowcombe Heathfield railway station on The West Somerset Railway. Luckily, no passenger services were running on this day.
The results of a windy day (1) Storm Eunice blew this tree down across both tracks at Crowcombe Heathfield station on The West Somerset Railway. The running in name board, support posts and Victorian lamp post suffered some damage as a result. Although train services are not running at the moment, the cutting back gang managed to clear the line the next day.
The results of a windy day (1)
Storm Eunice blew this tree down across both tracks at Crowcombe Heathfield station on The West Somerset Railway. The running in name board, support posts and Victorian lamp post suffered some damage as a result. Although train services are not running at the moment, the cutting back gang managed to clear the line the next day.
The results of a windy day (2) Storm Eunice blew this tree down, across the un-named lane that runs from the A358 at Red Post to Lydeard St. Lawrence. These local men wasted no time clearing away the trunk and branches, working hard to keep the lane open for road users. This image was taken in the afternoon, after the wind had died down somewhat.
The results of a windy day (2)
Storm Eunice blew this tree down, across the un-named lane that runs from the A358 at Red Post to Lydeard St. Lawrence. These local men wasted no time clearing away the trunk and branches, working hard to keep the lane open for road users. This image was taken in the afternoon, after the wind had died down somewhat.
The results of a windy day (3) Storm Eunice blew this tree down across both tracks at Crowcombe Heathfield station on The West Somerset Railway. The running in name board, support posts and Victorian lamp post suffered some damage as a result. Although train services are not running at the moment, the cutting back gang managed to clear the line the next day.
The results of a windy day (3)
Storm Eunice blew this tree down across both tracks at Crowcombe Heathfield station on The West Somerset Railway. The running in name board, support posts and Victorian lamp post suffered some damage as a result. Although train services are not running at the moment, the cutting back gang managed to clear the line the next day.
The platform and station building, Crowcombe Heathfield station The view is taken from a train heading for Minehead, on the West Somerset Railway.
The platform and station building, Crowcombe Heathfield station
The view is taken from a train heading for Minehead, on the West Somerset Railway.
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Three Corner Copse is located at Grid Ref: ST1235 (Lat: 51.113727, Lng: -3.244428)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Located within 500m of 51.113727,-3.244428
Roebuck Gate Crossing
Crossing Barrier: no
Crossing Light: yes
Level Crossing: traffic_signals
Railway: level_crossing
Source Name: sign
Supervised: no
Lat/Long: 51.1103012/-3.2401426
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Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Devices: 1
Frequency: 50
Guyed: yes
Location Transition: yes
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Phases: 3
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Lat/Long: 51.110696/-3.2395478
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Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.110199/-3.2401783
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Railway: crossing
Lat/Long: 51.1163059/-3.2458835
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Colour: white;black
Description: Roadside signpost.
Foot: yes
Horse: yes
Information: guidepost
Material: metal
Operator: Somerset County Council
Tourism: information
Vehicle: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1101581/-3.2402144
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Addr Housename: Roebuck Farm
Lat/Long: 51.11706/-3.2435475
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The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
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