Batts Coppices

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Batts Coppices

Trees near Templeman's Ash The trees catching the morning sunlight are alongside a small tributary of the River Char which drops down from Pilsdon Pen. Taken from the gateway in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/562679">ST4000 : Bridleway to Templeman's Ash</a> on the Wessex Ridgeway Trail a little south of Templeman&#039;s Ash. — Trees near Templeman's Ash Credit: Derek Harper

Batts Coppices is a picturesque woodland area located in Dorset, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this beautiful forest is renowned for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The woodland consists mainly of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, adding vibrant colors to the landscape during springtime.

Batts Coppices is home to a rich and diverse range of animal species. Birdwatchers can spot common woodland birds such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers, while lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of rarer species like the nightjar. The forest is also inhabited by mammals such as badgers, foxes, and deer, which can often be seen grazing or foraging in the undergrowth.

In addition to its natural beauty and wildlife, Batts Coppices offers several well-maintained walking trails that wind through the woodland, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore and discover the enchanting scenery. These trails vary in length and difficulty, catering to both casual strollers and more experienced hikers.

Overall, Batts Coppices is a serene and captivating forest that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, and well-established walking trails, it is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a connection with nature in the heart of Dorset.

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Batts Coppices Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.78492/-2.8382337 or Grid Reference SY4198. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Trees near Templeman's Ash

The trees catching the morning sunlight are alongside a small tributary of the River Char which drops down from Pilsdon Pen. Taken from the gateway in ST4000 : Bridleway to Templeman's Ash on the Wessex Ridgeway Trail a little south of Templeman's Ash.

Derek Harper

First light above Pilsdon

Early morning sunlight catching segments of the landscape. The ridge running down the foreground carries the Wessex Ridgeway past the grazing cattle. The farms visible to the right are across a myriad boundary at Pilsdon, in SY4199. Beyond is the Marshwood Vale, and past the hills on the far side is the sea.

Derek Harper

Country northeast of Bettiscombe

The northern edge of the Marshwood Vale meets the hills - Sliding Hill is to the right. Taken from a similar spot to ST4000 : Revelshay Farm, and a few minutes earlier (7:19 am). On the left is Lower House Farm, in SY4099. The hill in the distance is Coney's Castle - see SY3797 : Northeast from Coney's Castle for a corresponding view in this direction.

Derek Harper

Ash tree by the Wessex Ridgeway

This is the tree that appears on the left of ST4100 : First light above Pilsdon. The footpath heads out across the field towards Pilsdon.

Derek Harper

Signpost above Pilsdon

I think someone has been altering the directions on this signpost, although this junction (where Yard Lane, left, meets Pilsdon Lane, right) is not the best place to start out for Lyme or Bridport. If you want to reach the farm on the left, it's on Pilsdon Lane. A maize field behind the sign.

Derek Harper

Farm at Pilsdon

A less blurred view of the group of buildings seen in the background of ST4100 : Signpost above Pilsdon. This is shown on the 1:25000 map as "Pilsdon Cottages", but larger scale maps identify it as "Gables". The view is across a maize field from the junction of Yard Lane and Pilsdon Lane. Forming the backdrop beyond Marshwood Vale are Stonebarrow Hill and the sea at Charmouth.

Derek Harper

Tree above Pilsdon

A large tree - an ash, I think - catching the first of the sunlight on the slopes below Templeman's Ash. The buildings on the left are at Pilsdon. The sea can be seen either side of the hills north of Chideock. Taken from roughly the same spot as ST4100 : First light above Pilsdon.

Derek Harper

Revelshay Farm

Looking down on the farm from a field close to Farthings Brake Coppice. The field forms a conservation walk adjacent to bridleway W32W22W38/7, which carries the Wessex Ridgeway down from Templeman's Ash into the Marshwood Vale. This forms the backdrop to the picture, with Conegar Hill rising beyond, and the sea visible on either side of it.

Derek Harper

Higher Doghill Coppice

From its junction with Pilsdon Lane, Yard Lane drops down to the left, towards Blackney. Higher Doghill Coppice is the wood to the right of the maize field (the same field as in ST4100 : Farm at Pilsdon).

Derek Harper