Round Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Round Wood

Direction Sign – Signpost north of Bishops Lydeard village Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road north of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824731" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824731">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1602231" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1602231">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730
Direction Sign – Signpost north of Bishops Lydeard village Credit: J Dowding

Round Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Somerset, England. Situated on the outskirts of the village of Round Wood, it covers an area of approximately 100 acres. The woodland is part of a larger forested area, known as the Round Wood Forest, which spans over 500 acres.

The wood is predominantly comprised of broadleaf trees, such as oak, ash, beech, and birch, creating a stunning and diverse landscape. The canopies of these trees provide a dense cover, allowing only dappled sunlight to filter through, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the woodland.

Round Wood is home to a rich variety of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and birdwatchers. The woodland provides a habitat for numerous species of birds, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Additionally, it is not uncommon to spot deer, foxes, badgers, and squirrels roaming freely through the forest.

The wood offers a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty on foot. These paths wind through the trees, leading to secluded glades, tranquil ponds, and hidden clearings. There are also designated picnic areas, where visitors can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Round Wood is managed by a team of conservationists who prioritize the preservation of its natural beauty and biodiversity. They actively work to maintain a healthy ecosystem by managing the woodland's flora and fauna and ensuring the sustainability of its resources.

Overall, Round Wood in Somerset is a captivating forested area that offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility in a natural setting.

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Round Wood Images

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Direction Sign – Signpost north of Bishops Lydeard village Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road north of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824731" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824731">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1602231" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1602231">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730
Direction Sign – Signpost north of Bishops Lydeard village
Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road north of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730
Direction Sign – Signpost northeast of Bishops Lydeard village Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road northeast of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824819" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824819">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2885672" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2885672">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730A
Direction Sign – Signpost northeast of Bishops Lydeard village
Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road northeast of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730A
Direction Sign – Signpost at Park End, Broomfield Located at Park End on the northeast side of the junction on Cothelstone Road in Broomfield parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5813136" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5813136">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1140340" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1140340">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1833C
Direction Sign – Signpost at Park End, Broomfield
Located at Park End on the northeast side of the junction on Cothelstone Road in Broomfield parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1833C
Old Milestone by Cothelstone Manor, Cothelstone parish Metal plate attached to stone post by the UC road, in parish of COTHELSTONE (TAUNTON DEANE District), by entrance to Cothelstone Manor, in front of stone wall on grass verge, on North side of road. Harford iron plate, erected by the Bridgwater turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
9
Miles
to
Bridgewater
Maker:-
Harford & Co. Bristol.

Grade II Listed. 
List Entry Number: 1059191 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1059191" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1059191">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>

Milestone Society National ID: SO_BG08w.
Old Milestone by Cothelstone Manor, Cothelstone parish
Metal plate attached to stone post by the UC road, in parish of COTHELSTONE (TAUNTON DEANE District), by entrance to Cothelstone Manor, in front of stone wall on grass verge, on North side of road. Harford iron plate, erected by the Bridgwater turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- 9 Miles to Bridgewater Maker:- Harford & Co. Bristol. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1059191 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BG08w.
Car park, Cothelstone Hill A good path leads up to the summit from here.
Car park, Cothelstone Hill
A good path leads up to the summit from here.
Bishop’s Lydeard: near Wimple’s Copse Blackberry hedge in the lane between Fennington and Seven Ash, with the Quantock range beyond
Bishop’s Lydeard: near Wimple’s Copse
Blackberry hedge in the lane between Fennington and Seven Ash, with the Quantock range beyond
Woodland near Cothelstone Hill
Woodland near Cothelstone Hill
Lydeard Hill car park, Quantock Hills
Lydeard Hill car park, Quantock Hills
Tilbury Farm, Bagborough
Tilbury Farm, Bagborough
The Rising Sun, Bagborough In small words below the "Rising Sun", it says Established 1573!
The Rising Sun, Bagborough
In small words below the "Rising Sun", it says Established 1573!
Bagborough House from the church path
Bagborough House from the church path
Stoneage Barton Farm. A large pile of manure, plenty of corrugated iron, an undulating barn roof and no shortage of mud makes this a typical working farm. The farmhouse is the furthermost building.
Stoneage Barton Farm.
A large pile of manure, plenty of corrugated iron, an undulating barn roof and no shortage of mud makes this a typical working farm. The farmhouse is the furthermost building.
Bishops Lydeard: near Wimple’s Copse Looking south west over fields towards Bishops Lydeard church
Bishops Lydeard: near Wimple’s Copse
Looking south west over fields towards Bishops Lydeard church
Shopnoller Farm, Shopnoller The strangely named hamlet of Shopnoller is about one kilometre off the main A358, down some very narrow lanes.
Shopnoller Farm, Shopnoller
The strangely named hamlet of Shopnoller is about one kilometre off the main A358, down some very narrow lanes.
Outer Gate Arch, Cothelstone Manor Rebels from the Duke of Monmouth's army were hung on this arch after the Battle of Sedgemoor 1685. The daughter of the poet P.B.Shelley is buried in the church yard in the rear of the photo.
Outer Gate Arch, Cothelstone Manor
Rebels from the Duke of Monmouth's army were hung on this arch after the Battle of Sedgemoor 1685. The daughter of the poet P.B.Shelley is buried in the church yard in the rear of the photo.
Cothelstone Manor and church
Cothelstone Manor and church
The view from the road round Cothelstone Hill
The view from the road round Cothelstone Hill
Path to the top of Cothelstone Hill The top of the hill is a popular viewpoint at the southern end of the Quantock Hills.
Path to the top of Cothelstone Hill
The top of the hill is a popular viewpoint at the southern end of the Quantock Hills.
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Round Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST1832 (Lat: 51.085164, Lng: -3.1698317)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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