Bickenhall Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Bickenhall Wood

Direction Sign – Signpost on Station Road in Hatch Beauchamp Located on the east side of the junction of Station Road and Higher Street in Hatch Beauchamp parish. 2 arms, 1 worboys, and pyramid finial. An arm pointing to Parish Church was added above the existing arm between 2007 and 2012.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST3020C
Direction Sign – Signpost on Station Road in Hatch Beauchamp Credit: John V Nicholls

Bickenhall Wood is a beautiful woodland located in Somerset, England. Nestled in the heart of the county, this woodland covers an area of approximately 50 hectares and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead. These trees provide a habitat for a variety of wildlife, making Bickenhall Wood a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and deer.

Within the wood, there are numerous walking paths and trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The well-maintained trails cater to all levels of fitness, with both shorter, leisurely routes and longer, more challenging hikes available. These paths wind their way through the woodland, passing by babbling brooks and wildflower meadows, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Bickenhall Wood is also home to a diverse range of plant life, with bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic carpeting the forest floor in the springtime. The wood is particularly renowned for its bluebell displays, attracting visitors from far and wide during the flowering season.

Overall, Bickenhall Wood is a captivating and peaceful woodland that offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in nature. Whether it's exploring the trails, observing the wildlife, or simply enjoying the tranquility, this wood is a true gem within the Somerset countryside.

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Bickenhall Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.974752/-3.0141499 or Grid Reference ST2819. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Direction Sign – Signpost on Station Road in Hatch Beauchamp Located on the east side of the junction of Station Road and Higher Street in Hatch Beauchamp parish. 2 arms, 1 worboys, and pyramid finial. An arm pointing to Parish Church was added above the existing arm between 2007 and 2012.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST3020C
Direction Sign – Signpost on Station Road in Hatch Beauchamp
Located on the east side of the junction of Station Road and Higher Street in Hatch Beauchamp parish. 2 arms, 1 worboys, and pyramid finial. An arm pointing to Parish Church was added above the existing arm between 2007 and 2012. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST3020C
Hatch Beauchamp : Village Road A road junction in the centre of the village with The Hatch Inn in the scene.
Hatch Beauchamp : Village Road
A road junction in the centre of the village with The Hatch Inn in the scene.
Hatch Beauchamp : Higher Road Looking along Higher Road and alongside Labumum Cottage.
Hatch Beauchamp : Higher Road
Looking along Higher Road and alongside Labumum Cottage.
Hatch Beauchamp : Hatch Court Park A track leads to the church.
Hatch Beauchamp : Hatch Court Park
A track leads to the church.
Hatch Beauchamp : Hatch Court Park Sheep in a field at Hatch Court Park.
Hatch Beauchamp : Hatch Court Park
Sheep in a field at Hatch Court Park.
Hatch Beauchamp : Footpath A footpath through Hatch Court Park.
Hatch Beauchamp : Footpath
A footpath through Hatch Court Park.
Hatch Beauchamp : Hatch Court A driveway heading up to the house.
Hatch Beauchamp : Hatch Court
A driveway heading up to the house.
Hatch Beauchamp : Footpath A footpath heading to Hatch Court.
Hatch Beauchamp : Footpath
A footpath heading to Hatch Court.
Hatch Beauchamp : Station Road Looking along the road by the Hatch Inn.
Hatch Beauchamp : Station Road
Looking along the road by the Hatch Inn.
Hatch Beauchamp Garage This old wooden framed building is on village Rd which runs south out of the village towards Hatch Green
Hatch Beauchamp Garage
This old wooden framed building is on village Rd which runs south out of the village towards Hatch Green
Gateway to Hatch Beauchamp Village Hall The village hall is set well back from the road and its entrance is on Village Road.
Gateway to Hatch Beauchamp Village Hall
The village hall is set well back from the road and its entrance is on Village Road.
Weir near Hatch Beauchamp On the Fivehead River, seen from the south bank.
Weir near Hatch Beauchamp
On the Fivehead River, seen from the south bank.
Old A358 at Capland Traffic beginning the Hatch Beauchamp bypass on the A358 passes tarmac still bearing white lines where the former main road rounded a bend at Capland.
Old A358 at Capland
Traffic beginning the Hatch Beauchamp bypass on the A358 passes tarmac still bearing white lines where the former main road rounded a bend at Capland.
Railway sleepers near Hatch Beauchamp You never know when they might come in useful. Presumably sourced from the disused railway line that runs past Hatch Beauchamp some 500 metres away.
Railway sleepers near Hatch Beauchamp
You never know when they might come in useful. Presumably sourced from the disused railway line that runs past Hatch Beauchamp some 500 metres away.
Fowler's Farm, Hatch Beauchamp Seen across a field from the footpath past Higher Mill.
Fowler's Farm, Hatch Beauchamp
Seen across a field from the footpath past Higher Mill.
Close House, Hatch Beauchamp Home of Colonel John Chard, hero of Rorke's Drift - then a rectory, now somewhere you can stay. Seen from a footpath across the Fivehead River.
Close House, Hatch Beauchamp
Home of Colonel John Chard, hero of Rorke's Drift - then a rectory, now somewhere you can stay. Seen from a footpath across the Fivehead River.
Early Morning Haze Early morning mist settled over the fields around Hatch Beauchamp
Early Morning Haze
Early morning mist settled over the fields around Hatch Beauchamp
The Old Station Building Now an industrial site.
The Old Station Building
Now an industrial site.
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Bickenhall Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST2819 (Lat: 50.974752, Lng: -3.0141499)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Located within 500m of 50.974752,-3.0141499
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Lat/Long: 50.9704908/-3.0155084
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