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Catwell Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Mendip

England

Catwell Wood

Glastonbury Tor from the south Taken from almost the centre of the grid square, looking across the flat Somerset Levels
Glastonbury Tor from the south Credit: Claire Ward

Catwell Wood is a stunning woodland located in Somerset, England. Spread across an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a captivating destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. The wood is situated near the village of Catwell, providing easy access to visitors.

Catwell Wood is characterized by its dense and diverse vegetation, comprising a mixture of deciduous and evergreen trees. Towering oak trees, beech, ash, and hazel can be found throughout the woodland, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells in the spring, adding a touch of enchantment to the surroundings.

The wood is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for animal lovers and birdwatchers. Visitors can spot birds such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits. The tranquil atmosphere and abundance of natural resources attract a wide range of species, creating a thriving habitat.

For those seeking recreational activities, Catwell Wood offers several walking trails and paths that wind through the trees, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The peaceful ambiance and stunning scenery make it an ideal location for picnics, photography, and simply immersing oneself in nature.

Catwell Wood, with its picturesque landscape and diverse flora and fauna, is a gem of Somerset. Its natural beauty and tranquility make it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to escape the chaos of everyday life and reconnect with nature.

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Catwell Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.104663/-2.7038017 or Grid Reference ST5034. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Glastonbury Tor from the south Taken from almost the centre of the grid square, looking across the flat Somerset Levels
Glastonbury Tor from the south
Taken from almost the centre of the grid square, looking across the flat Somerset Levels
Moorhouse
Moorhouse
Butt Moor Bridge Glastonbury Tor visible in the distance.
Butt Moor Bridge
Glastonbury Tor visible in the distance.
Stile & Glastonbury Tor This stile on wood lane gives access to a footpath to Rowley Farm. Glastonbury Tor can be seen in the distance.
Stile & Glastonbury Tor
This stile on wood lane gives access to a footpath to Rowley Farm. Glastonbury Tor can be seen in the distance.
Cedar Walk This avenue of Cedars runs from ST509341 to ST518346 the land owner has recently planted saplings to restore what must have once been an even more impressive sight.
Cedar Walk
This avenue of Cedars runs from ST509341 to ST518346 the land owner has recently planted saplings to restore what must have once been an even more impressive sight.
Quarry Lane Quarry Lane is a picturesque no through road near Butleigh Cross
Quarry Lane
Quarry Lane is a picturesque no through road near Butleigh Cross
Rose and Portcullis A stone built pub in Butleigh typical of the area. Find out more at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.roseandportcullis.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.roseandportcullis.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>
Rose and Portcullis
A stone built pub in Butleigh typical of the area. Find out more at LinkExternal link
St Leonard’s Church Butleigh. It is believed that this was a sacred site long before Christian times
St Leonard’s Church Butleigh.
It is believed that this was a sacred site long before Christian times
Butleigh Village Green This is the village green in Butleigh, the stone was placed to mark the second millennium A.D (one year early like most of the rest of the world!). The white house in the background was built in 1699, and the building next door to the right is still the village school.
Butleigh Village Green
This is the village green in Butleigh, the stone was placed to mark the second millennium A.D (one year early like most of the rest of the world!). The white house in the background was built in 1699, and the building next door to the right is still the village school.
Buzzard There were lots of these large raptors buzzing around Somerset but I am afraid this is the closest I got.
Buzzard
There were lots of these large raptors buzzing around Somerset but I am afraid this is the closest I got.
Woodland walks Combe Hill is private land, but the landlord, together with the Forestry Commission, manage a delightful wood, with information boards and waymarked paths.
Woodland walks
Combe Hill is private land, but the landlord, together with the Forestry Commission, manage a delightful wood, with information boards and waymarked paths.
Who knows about the "New Ditch"? The information board for the "New Ditch": can anybody help?
Who knows about the "New Ditch"?
The information board for the "New Ditch": can anybody help?
Down to the Levels The wonderful view from Combe Hill down onto the Somerset levels, where we'd taken photographs a few weeks previously <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST4633">ST4633</a>.
Down to the Levels
The wonderful view from Combe Hill down onto the Somerset levels, where we'd taken photographs a few weeks previously ST4633.
Ancient earthwork A huge tree stands on the end of "The New Ditch", an Iron Age earthwork. A tree-lined gully runs down westward, and the hills overlooking the Somerset Levels can be seen beyond.
Ancient earthwork
A huge tree stands on the end of "The New Ditch", an Iron Age earthwork. A tree-lined gully runs down westward, and the hills overlooking the Somerset Levels can be seen beyond.
Trees framing Glastonbury Tor The minor road from Butleigh Wotton to Glastonbury gives good views of the Tor.
Trees framing Glastonbury Tor
The minor road from Butleigh Wotton to Glastonbury gives good views of the Tor.
River Brue at Butt Moor Bridge, near Butleigh Wootton The river plays a big part in draining this part of the Somerset Levels by intercepting the discharges from the numerous rhynes criss-crossing this very flat area.
River Brue at Butt Moor Bridge, near Butleigh Wootton
The river plays a big part in draining this part of the Somerset Levels by intercepting the discharges from the numerous rhynes criss-crossing this very flat area.
Watchwell Drove, near Butleigh Wootton Keep going in the direction of view and you will eventually reach the village of Baltonsborough. The area is good for cyclists as it is generally quite flat.
Watchwell Drove, near Butleigh Wootton
Keep going in the direction of view and you will eventually reach the village of Baltonsborough. The area is good for cyclists as it is generally quite flat.
The Rose and Portcullis Village inn built of local stone.
The Rose and Portcullis
Village inn built of local stone.
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Catwell Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST5034 (Lat: 51.104663, Lng: -2.7038017)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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