Birch Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon Somerset West and Taunton

England

Birch Wood

Clayhidon: nearing Lillycombe Farm Looking south west. The signpost at Lillycombe Cross can just be seen. After rain
Clayhidon: nearing Lillycombe Farm Credit: Martin Bodman

Birch Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Devon, England. Spread over a vast area, it is renowned for its tranquil and serene environment, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is primarily composed of birch trees, which dominate the landscape with their slender trunks and distinctive white bark.

The forest boasts a rich biodiversity, with a variety of flora and fauna thriving within its boundaries. The woodland floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful scene during the spring and summer months. Visitors can expect to see an abundance of bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, among other species.

Birch Wood is also home to numerous species of wildlife, making it an ideal spot for wildlife enthusiasts. Birdwatchers can spot a range of species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various migratory birds, while small mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and deer are commonly seen in the forest. The wood is also known to house a diverse range of insects and butterflies, contributing to its ecological significance.

For those seeking recreational activities, Birch Wood offers a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace. The forest is also equipped with picnic areas, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely family outing or a peaceful picnic amidst nature.

Overall, Birch Wood in Devon is a haven of natural beauty, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its diverse flora and fauna, well-marked trails, and serene atmosphere, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts in the region.

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Birch Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.926555/-3.1560726 or Grid Reference ST1814. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Clayhidon: nearing Lillycombe Farm Looking south west. The signpost at Lillycombe Cross can just be seen. After rain
Clayhidon: nearing Lillycombe Farm
Looking south west. The signpost at Lillycombe Cross can just be seen. After rain
Churchstanton: hedgebank near Biscombe Looking north-north-east
Churchstanton: hedgebank near Biscombe
Looking north-north-east
Churchstanton: Stapley Mill A 19th century watermill and millers house now combined in one residence. The course of the leat is still evident in the garden. Looking north east
Churchstanton: Stapley Mill
A 19th century watermill and millers house now combined in one residence. The course of the leat is still evident in the garden. Looking north east
Churchstanton: Churchstanton School At Willand. Established on this site since 20 October 1879. Looking south west
Churchstanton: Churchstanton School
At Willand. Established on this site since 20 October 1879. Looking south west
Churchstanton:  church of St Peter and St Paul Tower of the parish church seen from the north west
Churchstanton: church of St Peter and St Paul
Tower of the parish church seen from the north west
Churchstanton: lane to Court Farm Looking west-north-west
Churchstanton: lane to Court Farm
Looking west-north-west
Churchstanton: near Courtsmoor Farm Start of a public footpath providing a shortcut across fields. Lear’s Farm in the distance. The public footpath sign is almost lost amongst the foliage
Churchstanton: near Courtsmoor Farm
Start of a public footpath providing a shortcut across fields. Lear’s Farm in the distance. The public footpath sign is almost lost amongst the foliage
Churchstanton: Ringdown Nature Reserve A 59-acre site acquired by the Somerset Wildlife Trust in 1998. It runs down to a tributary of the river Culm. The estate includes wet woodland, marshy grassland, spring line mire and improved grassland. Orchids and butterwort feature together with devils bit scabious and bog asphodel. Woodcock and snipe can be seen here in the winter
Churchstanton: Ringdown Nature Reserve
A 59-acre site acquired by the Somerset Wildlife Trust in 1998. It runs down to a tributary of the river Culm. The estate includes wet woodland, marshy grassland, spring line mire and improved grassland. Orchids and butterwort feature together with devils bit scabious and bog asphodel. Woodcock and snipe can be seen here in the winter
Churchstanton: Downlands Lane Looking north
Churchstanton: Downlands Lane
Looking north
Clayhidon: footpath to Ringdown Common Seen from Applehayes Lane and looking east over the Wiltown Valley. Brimley Hill is in the distance, right
Clayhidon: footpath to Ringdown Common
Seen from Applehayes Lane and looking east over the Wiltown Valley. Brimley Hill is in the distance, right
Clayhidon: Hidewood Lane ford The ford through the river Culm marks the parish boundary with Churchstanton and the county boundary between Devon and Somerset. Looking south east
Clayhidon: Hidewood Lane ford
The ford through the river Culm marks the parish boundary with Churchstanton and the county boundary between Devon and Somerset. Looking south east
Churchstanton: former inn Shown as a public house on the Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 map (1987 edition), but clearly the buildings have seen better days. Together with the church and rectory this building once formed the centre of the parish; in fact Stapley, within the parish, is really more of a focus for the place. Looking east-north-east
Churchstanton: former inn
Shown as a public house on the Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 map (1987 edition), but clearly the buildings have seen better days. Together with the church and rectory this building once formed the centre of the parish; in fact Stapley, within the parish, is really more of a focus for the place. Looking east-north-east
Clayhidon: by the entrance to Great Garlandhayes Farm Looking east-north-east on the lane from Bearpark Corner
Clayhidon: by the entrance to Great Garlandhayes Farm
Looking east-north-east on the lane from Bearpark Corner
Churchstanton: Trickey Warren Lane A public bridleway. Looking east-south-east
Churchstanton: Trickey Warren Lane
A public bridleway. Looking east-south-east
Churchstanton: Ring Down Typical upland scenery on the Blackdown Hills. Looking east-south-east
Churchstanton: Ring Down
Typical upland scenery on the Blackdown Hills. Looking east-south-east
Stapley telephone box This is No 4 of 42 images of BT telephone boxes in Taunton Deane which BT is trying to cull due to their claimed 'lack of use'.  If you would like to see this phone box stay in situ, please email savethispayphone@ukpayphone.com
Stapley telephone box
This is No 4 of 42 images of BT telephone boxes in Taunton Deane which BT is trying to cull due to their claimed 'lack of use'. If you would like to see this phone box stay in situ, please email savethispayphone@ukpayphone.com
Green lane near Churchstanton Green lane on the footpath from Hunter's Lodge to Churchstanton.
Green lane near Churchstanton
Green lane on the footpath from Hunter's Lodge to Churchstanton.
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Churchstanton The east end of the church, seen across the grounds of Churchstanton House from the footpath from Hunter's Lodge.
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Churchstanton
The east end of the church, seen across the grounds of Churchstanton House from the footpath from Hunter's Lodge.
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Birch Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST1814 (Lat: 50.926555, Lng: -3.1560726)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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