Ball Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset

England

Ball Wood

Goblin Combe Pleasant walks, a few climbable rock outcrops and a lot of trees — Goblin Combe Credit: Doug Lee

Ball Wood is a picturesque forest located in Somerset, England. It is situated near the village of Ball, hence its name. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, this woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

With its diverse ecosystem, Ball Wood boasts an assortment of flora and fauna. The dense canopy is dominated by a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a beautiful, green landscape. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the surroundings.

The wood is intersected by several well-maintained trails, making it an ideal destination for walkers and nature lovers. These paths wind through the forest, taking visitors on a journey through its enchanting beauty. Along the way, one may encounter a range of woodland creatures, such as deer, foxes, and squirrels, as well as a plethora of bird species.

Ball Wood is also home to a number of historic features. Ancient relics, such as burial mounds and stone circles, can be found within its grounds, providing a glimpse into the area's rich history. These archaeological treasures add an extra layer of intrigue to the woodland, attracting history buffs and archaeology enthusiasts.

Overall, Ball Wood in Somerset offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature.

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Goblin Combe Pleasant walks, a few climbable rock outcrops and a lot of trees

Goblin Combe

Pleasant walks, a few climbable rock outcrops and a lot of trees

Cleeve: bluebell wood By the road linking Cleeve and Wrington

Cleeve: bluebell wood

By the road linking Cleeve and Wrington

ST4464 Overlooking Smallway Nursery, Congesbury Taken from Cadbury Hill (ST440648) looking SW over grid square ST4464. Smallway Nursery in foreground with Urchinwood to the left and Congresbury village to the right. Mendip in the distance.

ST4464 Overlooking Smallway Nursery, Congesbury

Taken from Cadbury Hill (ST440648) looking SW over grid square ST4464. Smallway Nursery in foreground with Urchinwood to the left and Congresbury village to the right. Mendip in the distance.

ST4464 Ancient Hill Fort, Cadbury Hill This Ancient fort, directly under the flight path from Bristol International Airport, is on top of Cadbury Hill and must have been an easily defendable position. Whilst wooded all around the top is kept clear by occasional grazing. Owned by Yatton Parish Council it provides open access and excellent walks for the public.

ST4464 Ancient Hill Fort, Cadbury Hill

This Ancient fort, directly under the flight path from Bristol International Airport, is on top of Cadbury Hill and must have been an easily defendable position. Whilst wooded all around the top is kept clear by occasional grazing. Owned by Yatton Parish Council it provides open access and excellent walks for the public.

King's Wood - typical scenery This part of King&#039;s Wood is owned by the Vincent Wildlife Trust <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.vwt.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.vwt.org.uk/">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>. Minimally managed woodland with public access through most of it. Excellent for wildlife and fauna, especially bluebells in spring.

King's Wood - typical scenery

This part of King's Wood is owned by the Vincent Wildlife Trust Link

. Minimally managed woodland with public access through most of it. Excellent for wildlife and fauna, especially bluebells in spring.

King's Wood - Boundary Stones Many of these boundary stones appear throughout the wood and more in the surrounding area. There are several of the larger stones marked &quot;Manor of Congresbury&quot; - this one being &quot;No. 15&quot; in the wood with more examples around the nearby villages of Congresbury and Yatton. The smaller &quot;TW&quot; stones appear more frequently throughout the woods but are generally to be found off the paths.

King's Wood - Boundary Stones

Many of these boundary stones appear throughout the wood and more in the surrounding area. There are several of the larger stones marked "Manor of Congresbury" - this one being "No. 15" in the wood with more examples around the nearby villages of Congresbury and Yatton. The smaller "TW" stones appear more frequently throughout the woods but are generally to be found off the paths.

Cleeve: field path to Kingâs Wood Looking south

Cleeve: field path to Kingâs Wood

Looking south

King's Wood/Corporation Wood Typical scrubland in this relatively unmanaged wood. Much of this woodland is managed by the Vincent Wildlife Trust for bat conservation <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.vwt.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.vwt.org.uk/">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>

King's Wood/Corporation Wood

Typical scrubland in this relatively unmanaged wood. Much of this woodland is managed by the Vincent Wildlife Trust for bat conservation Link

Replanted areas in the north of this grid square Parts of the northern end of this grid square have been cleared for replanting of firs. This area also provides roosts for pheasant which are bred locally.

Replanted areas in the north of this grid square

Parts of the northern end of this grid square have been cleared for replanting of firs. This area also provides roosts for pheasant which are bred locally.

Millennium Bridge, Congresbury This pedestrian bridge which spans the river Yeo links the main part of the village to the Congresbury Millennium Green. The bridge and green formed part of the village&#039;s marking of the year 2000 celebrations.

Millennium Bridge, Congresbury

This pedestrian bridge which spans the river Yeo links the main part of the village to the Congresbury Millennium Green. The bridge and green formed part of the village's marking of the year 2000 celebrations.

Congresbury Millennium bridge barrier! Notice boards and access restrictions to the Congresbury Millennium bridge and green. Yet another example of having the right principle but using the wrong method. This motorcycle barrier does not prevent motorcycles from passing but does stop scooters for the disabled, double buggies, prams, large wheelchairs, etc. If we need to stop the occasional rogue motorcycle we should take effective measures to do this but NOT limit access for a section of the population!

Congresbury Millennium bridge barrier!

Notice boards and access restrictions to the Congresbury Millennium bridge and green. Yet another example of having the right principle but using the wrong method. This motorcycle barrier does not prevent motorcycles from passing but does stop scooters for the disabled, double buggies, prams, large wheelchairs, etc. If we need to stop the occasional rogue motorcycle we should take effective measures to do this but NOT limit access for a section of the population!

View eastwards across grid square Showing Urchinwood Manor <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.urchinwoodmanor.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.urchinwoodmanor.co.uk/">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> the pink building to the right in the distance and Wrington Hill to the left distance.

View eastwards across grid square

Showing Urchinwood Manor Link

the pink building to the right in the distance and Wrington Hill to the left distance.

The Congresbury Yeo flows through the hamlet of Iwood

The Congresbury Yeo flows through the hamlet of Iwood

Broad Street, Wrington looking westwards For more information see the village website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wringtonsomerset.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wringtonsomerset.org.uk/">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>

Broad Street, Wrington looking westwards

For more information see the village website Link

Broad Street, Wrington looking eastwards For further information see the village website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wringtonsomerset.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wringtonsomerset.org.uk/">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>

Broad Street, Wrington looking eastwards

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Wrington school For further information see the school website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wringtonprimary.ik.org/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wringtonprimary.ik.org/">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>

Wrington school

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Southern slopes of King's Wood around the hamlet of Udley

Southern slopes of King's Wood around the hamlet of Udley

From the Wrington Road - typical farmland Looking South West across grid square. The western reaches of the Mendip Hills can be seen in the distance.

From the Wrington Road - typical farmland

Looking South West across grid square. The western reaches of the Mendip Hills can be seen in the distance.

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Ball Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST4564 (Lat: 51.373908, Lng: -2.7796142)

Unitary Authority: North Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

What 3 Words

///sleepers.sour.mornings. Near Wrington, Somerset

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Located within 500m of 51.373908,-2.7796142

Woolmers

Is In: North Somerset, England, UK

Place: hamlet

Lat/Long: 51.3774989/-2.7781953

Man Made: mineshaft

Lat/Long: 51.3736195/-2.7724251

Woolmers dew pond

Historic: archaeological_site

Source: survey

Survey: gps

Lat/Long: 51.3774024/-2.7840452

Boundary Stone No 25 Manor of Congresbury

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 51.3741612/-2.7778771

Boundary Stone No 24 Manor of Congresbury

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 51.3756267/-2.7780382

Boundary Stone No 23 Manor of Congresbury

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 51.3747638/-2.7743831

Boundary Stone No 22 Manor of Congresbury

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 51.3742045/-2.7727881

Boundary Stone No 26 Parish of Congresbury Centenary 1895-1995

Historic: monument

Lat/Long: 51.3711706/-2.7774468

Camera Mount: pole

Camera Type: fixed

Man Made: surveillance

Surveillance Type: camera

Lat/Long: 51.3771493/-2.7787654

Camera Mount: pole

Camera Type: fixed

Man Made: surveillance

Surveillance Type: camera

Lat/Long: 51.3771499/-2.7787846

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