Beveland Copse

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Beveland Copse

Nynehead: footpath to Chipley Looking west
Nynehead: footpath to Chipley Credit: Martin Bodman

Beveland Copse is a charming woodland located in Somerset, England. Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, this copse is nestled within the picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The copse is primarily composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which form a dense canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, providing a vibrant burst of color during the spring and summer months. The towering trees create a cool and shady environment, offering respite on hot summer days.

A network of well-maintained footpaths winds through Beveland Copse, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. The paths meander through the woodland, providing glimpses of sunlight filtering through the leaves and creating a magical atmosphere. Birdsong fills the air, with a variety of species finding refuge in the copse, including woodpeckers, song thrushes, and tawny owls.

Beveland Copse is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, attracting nature enthusiasts from far and wide. Squirrels scuttle along the branches, while deer can occasionally be spotted grazing in the clearing. The copse is also known for its vibrant insect population, with butterflies, dragonflies, and bees flitting from flower to flower.

With its serene ambiance and abundant natural beauty, Beveland Copse is a true gem within the Somerset countryside. Whether for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply immersing oneself in nature, this woodland offers a peaceful retreat for visitors of all ages.

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Beveland Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.000729/-3.2245989 or Grid Reference ST1423. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nynehead: footpath to Chipley Looking west
Nynehead: footpath to Chipley
Looking west
Wellington: canal lift There were seven lifts on the Grand Western Canal and this one, known as the Nynehead Lift, is considered the best preserved. Here tub boats were introduced into caissons and raised or lowered nearly 20 feet. Looking south west
Wellington: canal lift
There were seven lifts on the Grand Western Canal and this one, known as the Nynehead Lift, is considered the best preserved. Here tub boats were introduced into caissons and raised or lowered nearly 20 feet. Looking south west
Wellington: footpath by canal bed Woods now cover the course of the Grand Western Canal west of the Nynehead Lift. Looking west north west
Wellington: footpath by canal bed
Woods now cover the course of the Grand Western Canal west of the Nynehead Lift. Looking west north west
Wellington: Nynehead Drive Aqueduct This was once a carriage drive to Nynehead Court. The bridge, or more correctly,  aqueduct carried the Grand Western Canal over the drive. Looking north west
Wellington: Nynehead Drive Aqueduct
This was once a carriage drive to Nynehead Court. The bridge, or more correctly, aqueduct carried the Grand Western Canal over the drive. Looking north west
Nynehead: Hornshay Weir On the river Tone. The weir once served a waterwheel; this was later replaced by a turbine which generated electricity for use at nearby Hornshay Farm
Nynehead: Hornshay Weir
On the river Tone. The weir once served a waterwheel; this was later replaced by a turbine which generated electricity for use at nearby Hornshay Farm
Nynehead: Nynehead Court Seen from the adjoining churchyard, looking north west. An Historic Landscape Restoration Award for the period 2001-2003 was given by Taunton Deane Borough Council
Nynehead: Nynehead Court
Seen from the adjoining churchyard, looking north west. An Historic Landscape Restoration Award for the period 2001-2003 was given by Taunton Deane Borough Council
Nynehead: church Adjoins Nynhead Court. Looking north west
Nynehead: church
Adjoins Nynhead Court. Looking north west
Nynehead: Heywood Farmhouse for Heywood farm, which is marked Haywood on the 1988 edition of the Ordnance Survey 1:25,000. Looking north-north-east
Nynehead: Heywood
Farmhouse for Heywood farm, which is marked Haywood on the 1988 edition of the Ordnance Survey 1:25,000. Looking north-north-east
Langford Budville: back lane Running between the B3187 Wellington-Milverton road and Heywood
Langford Budville: back lane
Running between the B3187 Wellington-Milverton road and Heywood
Wellington: Quantock Road Looking south east
Wellington: Quantock Road
Looking south east
Nynehead: Upcott Farmhouse and barns, looking north east
Nynehead: Upcott
Farmhouse and barns, looking north east
Nynehead: towards Blockhouse Farm Some of the buildings appear to have been converted to residential use. Note that the 1988 edition of the Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 has ‘Block House Farm’ rather than ‘Blockhouse Farm’. Looking east-north-east
Nynehead: towards Blockhouse Farm
Some of the buildings appear to have been converted to residential use. Note that the 1988 edition of the Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 has ‘Block House Farm’ rather than ‘Blockhouse Farm’. Looking east-north-east
Milverton: near Luckham Farm On the way to Houndsmoor and Milverton from Nynehead. Looking north west
Milverton: near Luckham Farm
On the way to Houndsmoor and Milverton from Nynehead. Looking north west
Oake: golf course Looking west
Oake: golf course
Looking west
Nynehead: footpath to Bradford-on-Tone Track at East Nynehead, looking south-south-east with the Blackdown Hills in the distance
Nynehead: footpath to Bradford-on-Tone
Track at East Nynehead, looking south-south-east with the Blackdown Hills in the distance
Nynehead: towards Wellington and the monument Looking south-south-east over farmland. The buildings with light roofs in mid-distance are at Poole, where there was formerly a brickworks. Wellington church tower is just visible, extreme right, in the distance
Nynehead: towards Wellington and the monument
Looking south-south-east over farmland. The buildings with light roofs in mid-distance are at Poole, where there was formerly a brickworks. Wellington church tower is just visible, extreme right, in the distance
Milverton: footpath and track to Blagrove’s Farm From Week Moor. Looking north-north-east
Milverton: footpath and track to Blagrove’s Farm
From Week Moor. Looking north-north-east
Railway Foot Crossing
Railway Foot Crossing
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Beveland Copse is located at Grid Ref: ST1423 (Lat: 51.000729, Lng: -3.2245989)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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