Knyfton's Firs

Wood, Forest in Somerset Mendip

England

Knyfton's Firs

In Rodney Stoke
In Rodney Stoke Credit: David Purchase

Knyfton's Firs, located in Somerset, is a picturesque woodland area known for its beautiful forest scenery and nature trails. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this woodland is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers.

The forest is mainly composed of fir trees, which give the woodland its name. These tall, evergreen trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a variety of plant and animal species. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the area's natural beauty.

Knyfton's Firs offers a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland and enjoy its tranquil ambiance. The trails meander through the forest, leading to hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and small ponds. Along the way, hikers may encounter a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, rabbits, and a variety of bird species.

Visitors to Knyfton's Firs can enjoy a peaceful stroll, have a picnic in one of the designated areas, or simply relax and take in the sights and sounds of nature. The woodland is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with many species nesting in the area.

Overall, Knyfton's Firs is a serene and enchanting woodland, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether for leisurely walks, wildlife spotting, or simply immersing oneself in nature, this forest provides a delightful experience for visitors of all ages.

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Knyfton's Firs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.248062/-2.7182822 or Grid Reference ST4950. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

In Rodney Stoke
In Rodney Stoke
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to Sir Edward Rodney This monument has two oval recesses featuring the busts of Sir Edward Rodney (†1657) and his wife (†1659) under a canopy with a raised curtain. They are flanked left and right by two seated angels, a third sits on a cloud below the canopy. It was Sir Edward who gave the church its chancel screen, pulpit, and font cover.
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to Sir Edward Rodney
This monument has two oval recesses featuring the busts of Sir Edward Rodney (†1657) and his wife (†1659) under a canopy with a raised curtain. They are flanked left and right by two seated angels, a third sits on a cloud below the canopy. It was Sir Edward who gave the church its chancel screen, pulpit, and font cover.
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to Anne Lakes This monument in the north chapel is to Anne Lakes (†1630), wife of George Rodney and daughter of Sir Thomas Lakes of Channons in Middlesex. Her effigy in alabaster lies on top of a sarcophagus base below a delicate arch supported by Ionic columns. The arch is decorated inside with stars and clouds.
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to Anne Lakes
This monument in the north chapel is to Anne Lakes (†1630), wife of George Rodney and daughter of Sir Thomas Lakes of Channons in Middlesex. Her effigy in alabaster lies on top of a sarcophagus base below a delicate arch supported by Ionic columns. The arch is decorated inside with stars and clouds.
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to Anne Lakes (2) detail
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to Anne Lakes (2) detail
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to Anne Lakes (3) detail
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to Anne Lakes (3) detail
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to George Rodney The monument to George Rodney (†1651) shows him as the demi-figure in a shroud rising from a coffin set between two earth -bound putti. An angel in the clouds in the open segmental pediment blows a trumpet. The base plinth is decorated with strapwork.
St Leonard's church, Rodney Stoke - monument to George Rodney
The monument to George Rodney (†1651) shows him as the demi-figure in a shroud rising from a coffin set between two earth -bound putti. An angel in the clouds in the open segmental pediment blows a trumpet. The base plinth is decorated with strapwork.
Westbury-Sub Mendip Church Saint Lawrence, with parts dating back to the 12th century.
Westbury-Sub Mendip Church
Saint Lawrence, with parts dating back to the 12th century.
Mendip Edge Scenery On the south west slope of the Mendip Hills near Rodney Stoke.
Mendip Edge Scenery
On the south west slope of the Mendip Hills near Rodney Stoke.
St Leonard's Church In Rodney Stoke founded 1175
St Leonard's Church
In Rodney Stoke founded 1175
Caravan Park On Westclose Hill
Caravan Park
On Westclose Hill
St Lawrence's church, Westbury Originally C12; a little Norman work remains, but the tower was rebuilt in 1887, possibly reusing the former pinnacles <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=22003" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=22003">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> .
St Lawrence's church, Westbury
Originally C12; a little Norman work remains, but the tower was rebuilt in 1887, possibly reusing the former pinnacles LinkExternal link .
Churchyard, Westbury-Sub-Mendip The churchyard on the north side of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1878790">ST4948 : St Lawrence's church, Westbury</a>. In the background are barns at Court House Farm.
Churchyard, Westbury-Sub-Mendip
The churchyard on the north side of ST4948 : St Lawrence's church, Westbury. In the background are barns at Court House Farm.
St Lawrence's church, Westbury A view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1878790">ST4948 : St Lawrence's church, Westbury</a> from the south, showing the two-storey porch with its pierced parapet and empty niche. In a few minutes the sun would have illuminated more of the stonework, but breakfast called.
St Lawrence's church, Westbury
A view of ST4948 : St Lawrence's church, Westbury from the south, showing the two-storey porch with its pierced parapet and empty niche. In a few minutes the sun would have illuminated more of the stonework, but breakfast called.
Hollow Farm The lane is The Hollow, running from the centre of Westbury-Sub-Mendip to meet the A371 turnpike. Hollow Farm lies below Broadway Hill on the right.
Hollow Farm
The lane is The Hollow, running from the centre of Westbury-Sub-Mendip to meet the A371 turnpike. Hollow Farm lies below Broadway Hill on the right.
Towards Stoneleigh from The Hollow Looking across a couple of fields down the hill to the houses at Stoneleigh, which are along the A371 Stoke Road. The partly wooded Lodge Hill rises in the background.
Towards Stoneleigh from The Hollow
Looking across a couple of fields down the hill to the houses at Stoneleigh, which are along the A371 Stoke Road. The partly wooded Lodge Hill rises in the background.
Footpath up Broadway Hill The sign indicates the start of footpath WS 13/59 from The Hollow, but according to the maps it should leave the lane 100 metres further east. Two more footpaths cross the field.
Footpath up Broadway Hill
The sign indicates the start of footpath WS 13/59 from The Hollow, but according to the maps it should leave the lane 100 metres further east. Two more footpaths cross the field.
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Knyfton's Firs is located at Grid Ref: ST4950 (Lat: 51.248062, Lng: -2.7182822)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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