Highley Covert

Wood, Forest in Devon East Devon

England

Highley Covert

The A303 at Newcott Beside the Route 303 restaurant & grill.
The A303 at Newcott Credit: Rod Allday

Highley Covert is a small but picturesque woodland located in Devon, England. Situated in the heart of the county, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. The woodland covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna.

The dense canopy of trees in Highley Covert creates a tranquil and serene atmosphere, providing a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The woodland is predominantly made up of native species such as oak, beech, and birch, which provide a stunning display of colors during the autumn months.

The forest floor is covered in a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the area. This abundance of plant life also attracts a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and numerous species of birds.

Highley Covert offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These trails provide opportunities for nature observation, photography, and peaceful contemplation.

The woodland is also a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), due to its importance for conservation and biodiversity. This status ensures that Highley Covert is protected and managed responsibly, in order to preserve its unique ecosystem for future generations to enjoy.

Overall, Highley Covert is a hidden gem in Devon, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking to connect with nature and experience the tranquility of a woodland environment.

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Highley Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.878911/-3.1060097 or Grid Reference ST2209. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The A303 at Newcott Beside the Route 303 restaurant & grill.
The A303 at Newcott
Beside the Route 303 restaurant & grill.
Upottery: towards Williambeer Farm Looking east across the Otter valley
Upottery: towards Williambeer Farm
Looking east across the Otter valley
Upottery: entrance to Pamos Farm Looking west
Upottery: entrance to Pamos Farm
Looking west
Upottery: the river Otter Near Hoemoor Farm. Looking north
Upottery: the river Otter
Near Hoemoor Farm. Looking north
Yarcombe: Williambeer Farm Seen from the entrance with the farmhouse on the left. Looking west-north-west
Yarcombe: Williambeer Farm
Seen from the entrance with the farmhouse on the left. Looking west-north-west
Yarcombe: towards Dennington Lane By Dennington Lane a side valley runs down to a confluence with the Otter below Stout Mill, where water from the stream once powered a waterwheel and machinery. Looking north-north-west from the B3170 Honiton to Corfe and Taunton road
Yarcombe: towards Dennington Lane
By Dennington Lane a side valley runs down to a confluence with the Otter below Stout Mill, where water from the stream once powered a waterwheel and machinery. Looking north-north-west from the B3170 Honiton to Corfe and Taunton road
Towards Hoemoor Farm from Knapp Farm A large field stretches down to the River Otter, with Hoemoor Farm beyond on the far slopes of the valley. From the lane junction beside Knapp Farm.
Towards Hoemoor Farm from Knapp Farm
A large field stretches down to the River Otter, with Hoemoor Farm beyond on the far slopes of the valley. From the lane junction beside Knapp Farm.
Holemore Cross
Holemore Cross
Cattle, at Higher Luxton Farm
Cattle, at Higher Luxton Farm
Minor road joins the A303
Minor road joins the A303
Middle Luxton The farm, perched midway up a valley side above a tributary of the Otter and shining brightly in the late afternoon sun, is seen from the same spot as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2787539">ST2009 : Field near Minson's Hill Farm</a>.
Middle Luxton
The farm, perched midway up a valley side above a tributary of the Otter and shining brightly in the late afternoon sun, is seen from the same spot as ST2009 : Field near Minson's Hill Farm.
Fields at Cockhayes From the road by the farm seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2787556">ST2009 : Towards Cockhayes</a>, looking down the head of the valley also seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2787539">ST2009 : Field near Minson's Hill Farm</a>, with small woods among the pastures.
Fields at Cockhayes
From the road by the farm seen in ST2009 : Towards Cockhayes, looking down the head of the valley also seen in ST2009 : Field near Minson's Hill Farm, with small woods among the pastures.
Fields and trees southwest of Holemore Cross From the road between Cockhayes and Holemore Cross, at the head of the Otter side-valley shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2787583">ST2010 : Fields at Cockhayes</a>.
Fields and trees southwest of Holemore Cross
From the road between Cockhayes and Holemore Cross, at the head of the Otter side-valley shown in ST2010 : Fields at Cockhayes.
Towards the Otter valley Looking down a side valley from its head; taken a few metres down the road to Cockhayes from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2787660">ST2010 : Fields and trees southwest of Holemore Cross</a>.
Towards the Otter valley
Looking down a side valley from its head; taken a few metres down the road to Cockhayes from ST2010 : Fields and trees southwest of Holemore Cross.
Lane into the Otter valley The lane from Lower Luxton passes Woodcote as it descends into the valley. Williambeer Farm, on the left, is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST2210">ST2210</a>.
Lane into the Otter valley
The lane from Lower Luxton passes Woodcote as it descends into the valley. Williambeer Farm, on the left, is in ST2210.
Field above the Otter valley A solitary tree in this pasture seen behind a gate by the lane between Lower Luxton and Knapp Farm.
Field above the Otter valley
A solitary tree in this pasture seen behind a gate by the lane between Lower Luxton and Knapp Farm.
Lane in the Otter valley Lower down the lane shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2827708">ST2110 : Lane into the Otter valley</a> and from the same spot as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2827729">ST2110 : Field above the Otter valley</a>.
Lane in the Otter valley
Lower down the lane shown in ST2110 : Lane into the Otter valley and from the same spot as ST2110 : Field above the Otter valley.
Otter valley The river is running in two channels here, the smaller (followed by a parish boundary and therefore probably the older) just across the meadow, the larger past the alder and other larger trees beyond.
Otter valley
The river is running in two channels here, the smaller (followed by a parish boundary and therefore probably the older) just across the meadow, the larger past the alder and other larger trees beyond.
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Highley Covert is located at Grid Ref: ST2209 (Lat: 50.878911, Lng: -3.1060097)

Administrative County: Devon

District: East Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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