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Knap Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Mendip

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Knap Wood

River Axe The river, fringed by himalayan balsam, cuts across the northeast edge of the square. Not very big, but then there is a Lower River Axe running a mile to the south, the two having separated at Wookey. The lane is heading from Knowle Bridge to Bleadney.
River Axe Credit: Derek Harper

Knap Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Somerset, England. Covering an area of approximately 200 hectares, it lies just south of the Mendip Hills, near the village of Cheddar. The woodland is managed by the Somerset Wildlife Trust and has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its diverse range of habitats and rich biodiversity.

The main feature of Knap Wood is its dense canopy of mixed broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, beech, and birch. These trees create a stunning display of colors during the autumn months when the leaves change, attracting numerous visitors. The woodland floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and wood anemones, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Knap Wood is home to a wide range of wildlife, including many bird species such as woodpeckers, tawny owls, and buzzards. The wood also provides habitat for small mammals like deer, foxes, and badgers. Additionally, several species of butterflies, dragonflies, and other insects can be found here, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

The woodland offers a network of well-maintained footpaths, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its beauty and tranquility. There are also designated picnic areas and benches where visitors can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Overall, Knap Wood offers a wonderful escape into nature, providing a diverse range of habitats, abundant wildlife, and stunning scenery. It is a true gem for those seeking a peaceful and immersive woodland experience in Somerset.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.233048/-2.6986551 or Grid Reference ST5148. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River Axe The river, fringed by himalayan balsam, cuts across the northeast edge of the square. Not very big, but then there is a Lower River Axe running a mile to the south, the two having separated at Wookey. The lane is heading from Knowle Bridge to Bleadney.
River Axe
The river, fringed by himalayan balsam, cuts across the northeast edge of the square. Not very big, but then there is a Lower River Axe running a mile to the south, the two having separated at Wookey. The lane is heading from Knowle Bridge to Bleadney.
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.
Windmill Hill
Windmill 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.
On Broadway Hill The line of yellow hawkweed roughly shows the line of footpath WS 13/17 down to meet The Hollow at the gate near the farm buildings. This is taken from footpath WS 13/59; the two paths cross just to the right of the camera. The two trees on a more steeply sloping bank suggest the line of a vanished field boundary.
On Broadway Hill
The line of yellow hawkweed roughly shows the line of footpath WS 13/17 down to meet The Hollow at the gate near the farm buildings. This is taken from footpath WS 13/59; the two paths cross just to the right of the camera. The two trees on a more steeply sloping bank suggest the line of a vanished field boundary.
Footpath down Broadway Hill The reverse view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1878942">ST4949 : Footpath up Broadway Hill</a>, with footpath WS 13/59 dropping to meet The Hollow. The nearest houses are at Stoneleigh on the A371, with Windmill Hill and Lodge Hill in the background.
Footpath down Broadway Hill
The reverse view of ST4949 : Footpath up Broadway Hill, with footpath WS 13/59 dropping to meet The Hollow. The nearest houses are at Stoneleigh on the A371, with Windmill Hill and Lodge Hill in the background.
On Broadway Hill Looking along the line of footpath WS 13/17 as it drops diagonally across the hillside towards The Hollow; see also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1879003">ST4949 : On Broadway Hill</a>. The yellow flowers are Hawkweed.
On Broadway Hill
Looking along the line of footpath WS 13/17 as it drops diagonally across the hillside towards The Hollow; see also ST4949 : On Broadway Hill. The yellow flowers are Hawkweed.
Gunge tank, Broadway Hill Taken from close to the same spot as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1879227">ST4949 : On Broadway Hill</a>, this is reminiscent of the "Poets Cornered" tub of gunk that Peter Cook, Dudley Moore and guest inevitably ended up in, in "Not Only ... But Also". Nevertheless, an important source of liquid for livestock on what is going to be a very hot weekend, and positioned so that animals in adjoining fields can enjoy a chat with their bevvy. Below is The Hollow, leading into Westbury-Sub-Mendip.
Gunge tank, Broadway Hill
Taken from close to the same spot as ST4949 : On Broadway Hill, this is reminiscent of the "Poets Cornered" tub of gunk that Peter Cook, Dudley Moore and guest inevitably ended up in, in "Not Only ... But Also". Nevertheless, an important source of liquid for livestock on what is going to be a very hot weekend, and positioned so that animals in adjoining fields can enjoy a chat with their bevvy. Below is The Hollow, leading into Westbury-Sub-Mendip.
On Broadway Hill Footpath WS 13/17 descends along a track, crossing into <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST5049">ST5049</a> on its way to Old Ditch.
On Broadway Hill
Footpath WS 13/17 descends along a track, crossing into ST5049 on its way to Old Ditch.
Tractor on Broadway Lane Not actually blocking footpath WS 13/17, as might appear, as the lane widens here. In the background is Old Ditch Farmhouse on Lynch Lane.
Tractor on Broadway Lane
Not actually blocking footpath WS 13/17, as might appear, as the lane widens here. In the background is Old Ditch Farmhouse on Lynch Lane.
Old Ditch Farmhouse The farmhouse may be originally C17 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=21993" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=21993">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> . On the immediate right is the farm cottage. Seen from Broadway Lane.
Old Ditch Farmhouse
The farmhouse may be originally C17 LinkExternal link . On the immediate right is the farm cottage. Seen from Broadway Lane.
Old Ditch Farm Another view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1879669">ST4949 : Old Ditch Farmhouse</a>, surrounded by its farm buildings <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=21993" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=21993">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> . Behind are the slopes of the Mendips.
Old Ditch Farm
Another view of ST4949 : Old Ditch Farmhouse, surrounded by its farm buildings LinkExternal link . Behind are the slopes of the Mendips.
Reeds on a Public Footpath in the Somerset Levels
Reeds on a Public Footpath in the Somerset Levels
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Knap Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST5148 (Lat: 51.233048, Lng: -2.6986551)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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