Strawberry Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Mendip

England

Strawberry Wood

Olympic long jump in Wells A section of pavement has been inlaid with the distance jumped by Mary Rand in 1964. The World Record was broken by this local girl in Tokyo and has been publicly celebrated near the Market Place, near the Bishop&#039;s Palace.

See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2327840">ST5545 : Olympic record long jump</a> for the descriptive inscription. — Olympic long jump in Wells Credit: Neil Owen

Strawberry Wood is a charming woodland located in Somerset, England. This idyllic forest is renowned for its scenic beauty and vibrant ecosystem. Spanning over an area of approximately 50 acres, Strawberry Wood boasts a diverse range of native trees and plants, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

The woodland is primarily composed of broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for the flora and fauna beneath. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, adding a burst of color to the landscape during springtime.

Strawberry Wood is home to a variety of wildlife species, making it an important ecological hub. Visitors may spot a range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, as well as small mammals like squirrels, foxes, and badgers. The forest is also inhabited by a diverse insect population, with butterflies, bees, and beetles frequenting the area.

The woodland offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of sunlight piercing through the foliage and creating a picturesque setting. The wood is a popular destination for hikers, photographers, and families seeking a peaceful retreat in nature.

Overall, Strawberry Wood in Somerset is a captivating forest that provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and well-preserved trails make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a connection with the natural world.

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Strawberry Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.209349/-2.6331751 or Grid Reference ST5545. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Olympic long jump in Wells

A section of pavement has been inlaid with the distance jumped by Mary Rand in 1964. The World Record was broken by this local girl in Tokyo and has been publicly celebrated near the Market Place, near the Bishop's Palace. See ST5545 : Olympic record long jump for the descriptive inscription.

Neil Owen

Olympic record long jump

Mary Rand broke the World ladies' long jump in Tokyo and the achievement is set in the pavement in the Market Place. See ST5545 : Olympic long jump in Wells for a longer view.

Neil Owen

Penniless Porch

The inscription reads "Built about 1450 by Bishop Bekynton, a benefactor to this city. Here beggars used to ask for alms." An example of continued use of a building on the approach to Wells Cathedral, even after centuries. Seems times change but sometimes turn full circle.

Neil Owen

Wells Cathedral west front

The much photographed west front of the building has around 300 figurines and has been on view since around 1250.

Stuart Logan

Wells Cathedral

South elevation seen from the Bishop's Palace moat.

Trevor Rickard

Cattle in The Park

Large area of grassland to the south of the cathedral, occupied by a dairy herd. In front of the cathedral is the curtain wall and moat around the Bishop's Palace.

Trevor Rickard

The Fountain Inn, Wells

Dating from the 16th Century when it housed workers building the Cathedral.

Des Blenkinsopp

Wells Cathedral - a different view!

Taken from the tranquillity of the cloisters.

Colin Bews

Moat by the Bishop's Palace

Seen at the eastern end of the Palace.

Colin Bews

Cut benchmark on Wells Cathedral

A survey benchmark (one of four listed on the Cathedral) on the west face, beside the larger entrance. See Link for a wider view, and Link

for the Benchmark Database.

Neil Owen

West side of Wells Cathedral

The impressive frontage of this historic place of worship also displays a benchmark - on the buttress to our right. See Link for a closer look.

Neil Owen

Cut benchmark - the Bishop's Barn

Located beside the door onto Silver Street. See ST5545 : Bishop's Barn for a wider view, and Link

for the Benchmark Database.

Neil Owen

Bishop's Barn

This barn, part of the Wells Cathedral area, is a listed fifteenth century tithe; it's a Grade 1. During the Bloody Assizes it apparently quartered Royalist troops. A benchmark can be found on the nearer part of the arch, see ST5545 : Cut benchmark - the Bishop's Barn for a look.

Neil Owen