Brier's Intake Coppice

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Brier's Intake Coppice

Windermere from Rayrigg Road
Windermere from Rayrigg Road Credit: Chris Morgan

Brier's Intake Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the Lancashire countryside, England. Spanning over several acres, this enchanting forest is a true haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike. The coppice is situated near the charming village of Briercliffe, just a short distance from the bustling town of Burnley.

The woodland is known for its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and ash. These majestic trees create a dense canopy overhead, providing a cool and soothing ambiance for visitors. The forest floor is blanketed with a lush carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and moss, adding to the area's natural beauty.

Brier's Intake Coppice offers numerous walking trails and paths that wind through the woods, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. The well-maintained trails offer varying levels of difficulty, ensuring there is something suitable for everyone, from leisurely strolls to more challenging hikes.

The woodland is home to a rich assortment of wildlife, making it a prime spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography. Visitors may catch a glimpse of woodland birds such as woodpeckers, owls, and song thrushes, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

Nature lovers can also enjoy a picnic in one of the designated areas or simply find a quiet spot to relax and soak in the tranquility of the surroundings. Brier's Intake Coppice is a true gem of Lancashire, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Brier's Intake Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.385496/-2.9538122 or Grid Reference SD3899. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Windermere from Rayrigg Road
Windermere from Rayrigg Road
Path on Latterbarrow This is the path from Claife Heights, leading up the south ridge towards the summit of Latterbarrow.
Path on Latterbarrow
This is the path from Claife Heights, leading up the south ridge towards the summit of Latterbarrow.
OS Cut Mark - High Wray, Beyond Fields Fm, Outbuilding <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm56690" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm56690">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>
OS Cut Mark - High Wray, Beyond Fields Fm, Outbuilding
Path above Waterson Intake The path is the public footpath from Latterbarrow to High Wray.
Windermere is in the middle distance and there is a snow shower over the Kentmere Fells.
Path above Waterson Intake
The path is the public footpath from Latterbarrow to High Wray. Windermere is in the middle distance and there is a snow shower over the Kentmere Fells.
Claife Heights The trig point on the top of Claife Heights (270m or 886ft above sea level). This is the top of the high ground between Windermere and Hawkshead.
Claife Heights
The trig point on the top of Claife Heights (270m or 886ft above sea level). This is the top of the high ground between Windermere and Hawkshead.
Western Slopes of Latterbarrow, Near Hawkshead, Cumbria This grid square is dominated by the small hill of Latterbarrow. The photo shows a group of walkers ascending Latterbarrow from the west.
In the background, the small town of Hawkshead can be seen.
Western Slopes of Latterbarrow, Near Hawkshead, Cumbria
This grid square is dominated by the small hill of Latterbarrow. The photo shows a group of walkers ascending Latterbarrow from the west. In the background, the small town of Hawkshead can be seen.
Latterbarrow. View from Hawkshead Latterbarrow is a local viewpoint for the village of Hawkshead. Accessible by foot after a short walk, the views from the top are excellent in almost 360 degrees. On a good day the Howgills can be seen.
Latterbarrow. View from Hawkshead
Latterbarrow is a local viewpoint for the village of Hawkshead. Accessible by foot after a short walk, the views from the top are excellent in almost 360 degrees. On a good day the Howgills can be seen.
View over Windermere from Red Nab This photograph was taken from the car-park at the end of the unclassified road that leads down to the west shore of Windermere from High Wray.
View over Windermere from Red Nab
This photograph was taken from the car-park at the end of the unclassified road that leads down to the west shore of Windermere from High Wray.
Woodland to the west of Belle Grange
Woodland to the west of Belle Grange
Summit of Latterbarrow
Summit of Latterbarrow
Storm damage
Storm damage
On Lake Windermere On board M.V. Swan en route for Ambleside. Almost opposite Millerground on the east bank
On Lake Windermere
On board M.V. Swan en route for Ambleside. Almost opposite Millerground on the east bank
On Lake Windermere Just passing Meregarth landings on the east bank. On M.V. Swan en route for Bowness.
On Lake Windermere
Just passing Meregarth landings on the east bank. On M.V. Swan en route for Bowness.
log pile near High Wray A pile of logs left just below the woodland above High Wray, view towards the north end of Windermere.
log pile near High Wray
A pile of logs left just below the woodland above High Wray, view towards the north end of Windermere.
Tarn in the Woods Lily Pond Tarn alongside the footpath leading from Colthouse to Claife Heights, between Hawkshead and Windermere in the Lake District (Cumbria).
Tarn in the Woods
Lily Pond Tarn alongside the footpath leading from Colthouse to Claife Heights, between Hawkshead and Windermere in the Lake District (Cumbria).
Forestry - Highs Moss One of the paths through the forest. The paths are often not obvious and it can be difficult to navigate in places.
Forestry - Highs Moss
One of the paths through the forest. The paths are often not obvious and it can be difficult to navigate in places.
New Forestry - Highs Moss Recently felled and replanted forest above Windermere.
New Forestry - Highs Moss
Recently felled and replanted forest above Windermere.
Windermere through a newly planted forest Looking towards Windermere. The white pole in the centre is part of the television and radio transmitter within the next square north.
Windermere through a newly planted forest
Looking towards Windermere. The white pole in the centre is part of the television and radio transmitter within the next square north.
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Brier's Intake Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SD3899 (Lat: 54.385496, Lng: -2.9538122)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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