Westwood Withy Bed

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Westwood Withy Bed

Ambulance Trapped in Floods at Powerstock Common This shows an ambulance trapped under the old railway bridge on the former Bridport branch line from Maiden Newton. The car on the other side had just arrived to render assistance to the two paramedics in the ambulance. A recovery vehicle had been summoned to pull the ambulance out but it had not yet arrived. — Ambulance Trapped in Floods at Powerstock Common Credit: Nigel Mykura

Westwood Withy Bed is a small woodland area located in Dorset, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 hectares, it is known for its beautiful and diverse range of trees and wildlife. The woodland is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense and lush canopy during the summer months.

The forest floor is covered with a variety of plant species such as bluebells, wood anemones, and wild garlic, creating a vibrant and colorful carpet. This, combined with the peaceful atmosphere, makes Westwood Withy Bed a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers.

The woodland is home to a wide range of wildlife, including deer, badgers, foxes, and a variety of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and various migratory birds throughout the year. The presence of such diverse fauna and flora makes Westwood Withy Bed an important habitat for conservation and biodiversity.

The woodland is crisscrossed with several footpaths and trails, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of the area. There are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Westwood Withy Bed is open to the public all year round and is managed by the local conservation authority. It is easily accessible by car or public transportation, with parking facilities available nearby. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat, a place to explore nature, or simply a scenic spot for a picnic, Westwood Withy Bed offers a delightful experience for all.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.763998/-2.625583 or Grid Reference SY5596. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ambulance Trapped in Floods at Powerstock Common

This shows an ambulance trapped under the old railway bridge on the former Bridport branch line from Maiden Newton. The car on the other side had just arrived to render assistance to the two paramedics in the ambulance. A recovery vehicle had been summoned to pull the ambulance out but it had not yet arrived.

Nigel Mykura

Ambulance Stuck in Floods at Powerstock Common (2)

This shows the ambulance shortly after it had got stuck under the old railway bridge on the former branch line from Maiden Newton to Bridport. This bridge frequently floods but this is the worst I have seen there.

Nigel Mykura

View from Shatcombe Lane towards Eggardon Hill Farm

Looking southeast from Shatcombe Lane, with Eggardon Hill Farm in the valley below. According to the map this field has 'celtic field systems' i.e. the earthwork remains of Bronze Age farming. Now it is home to some white bullocks.

Jim Champion

Road junction and signpost on Eggardon Hill

This junction marks the higher end of Shatcombe Lane. The Eggardon Hill trig point can be seen on the horizon, left of centre. The top of the directional signpost features the number "548948" which I only later realised was the OS grid reference for this sign.

Jim Champion

Flytipping at Shatcombe Lane picnic Area, Eggardon Hill

A nearby sign (not pictured) asks visitors to PLEASE LEAVE THIS AREA AS YOU WOULD HOPE TO FIND IT. Someone obviously hoped to find it containing a broken fridge and washing machine. Why bring it up here to the top of a remote Dorset hill?

Jim Champion

The church of St Andrew and St Peter - Toller Porcorum

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Nigel Walden

Barton Farm - Toller Porcorum

Nigel Walden

Old brick kiln, Powerstock Common

Maurice D Budden

Locally themed parking sign in Toller Porcorum

The village name "Toller Porcorum" literally translates as Valley of the Pigs. Presumably that explains why this home-made car park direction sign next to the parish church has a carved pig on top of it.

Jim Champion

Course of disused railway and building

between Toller and Powerstock on Maiden Newton to Bridport branch line, which closed in 1975

Maurice D Budden

Farmland and church, Toller Porcorum

Maurice D Budden

Disused railway bridge and River Hooke

East of Toller on the Maiden Newton to Bridport branch line, which closed in 1975.

Maurice D Budden

West Compton: parish church of St. Michael

Although the village is immediately west of Compton Valence, the name West Compton actually refers to Compton Abbas, some 20 miles away – to which parish it was originally a detachment.

Chris Downer

House on the road southwest of Wynford Eagle

Mike Searle

Derelict Cottages west of Toller Porcorum

Mike Searle

Toller Porcorum: parish church of St. Peter & St. Andrew

Toller Porcorum translates from Latin as 'the valley of the pigs'.

Chris Downer

Toller Porcorum: Barrowland Lane

This lane goes straight down the western edge of this gridsquare, and the picture looks north right from where it enters the next square west. The Rampisham radio masts can be seen in the background, as they can from many vantage points in this area.

Chris Downer