Ashen Coppice

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Ashen Coppice

Fly-tipping in a plantation, Five Bridge Another example of those with no respect or responsibility.  A sofa dumped in a plantation off the A438 to the west of Dormington.
Fly-tipping in a plantation, Five Bridge Credit: Philip Halling

Ashen Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Situated in the heart of the countryside, this enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 200 acres, providing a serene and tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The coppice is primarily composed of a diverse array of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, birch, and ash, which lend their namesake to this charming woodland. These trees create a rich and vibrant canopy, allowing dappled sunlight to filter through, casting mesmerizing patterns on the forest floor.

The forest boasts a variety of walking trails, ranging from easy strolls to more challenging hikes. Visitors can explore the woodland's meandering pathways, immersing themselves in the sights and sounds of nature. Along the way, they may encounter an abundance of wildlife, such as deer, squirrels, and a myriad of bird species.

Ashen Coppice is also home to a small stream, which adds to the natural beauty of the woodland. The babbling brook provides a soothing soundtrack as it winds its way through the forest, while also creating a habitat for aquatic plants and creatures.

The woodland is open to the public year-round, allowing visitors to experience its ever-changing beauty with each passing season. In spring, the forest comes alive with a burst of vibrant wildflowers, while autumn paints the landscape in a breathtaking array of fiery hues.

Overall, Ashen Coppice is a hidden gem in Herefordshire, offering a tranquil retreat for those seeking solace in nature's embrace.

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Ashen Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.045137/-2.6175691 or Grid Reference SO5738. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fly-tipping in a plantation, Five Bridge Another example of those with no respect or responsibility.  A sofa dumped in a plantation off the A438 to the west of Dormington.
Fly-tipping in a plantation, Five Bridge
Another example of those with no respect or responsibility. A sofa dumped in a plantation off the A438 to the west of Dormington.
The A438 between Dormington and Bartestree
The A438 between Dormington and Bartestree
Dormington church St Peter's church, Dormington dates from the 13th century and was heavily restored in the 19th century.
Dormington church
St Peter's church, Dormington dates from the 13th century and was heavily restored in the 19th century.
Hereford and Ledbury road signs
Hereford and Ledbury road signs
Dormington Church St Peter's church and an impressive Georgian house adjacent to it.
Dormington Church
St Peter's church and an impressive Georgian house adjacent to it.
Plantation, Five Bridges Marshy area with the road to Hereford requiring five bridges to cope with the waters of the River Frome.
Plantation, Five Bridges
Marshy area with the road to Hereford requiring five bridges to cope with the waters of the River Frome.
St Peter, Dormington
St Peter, Dormington
Interior, St Peter, Dormington
Interior, St Peter, Dormington
Footpath to Upper Dormington From the graveyard of St. Peter's Church
Footpath to Upper Dormington
From the graveyard of St. Peter's Church
St. Peter's Church, Dormington With a carpet of snowdrops on the churchyard floor in the late January sunshine.
St. Peter's Church, Dormington
With a carpet of snowdrops on the churchyard floor in the late January sunshine.
Spire detail, St. Peter's Church, Dormington A shingled bell turret with leaded spire.
Spire detail, St. Peter's Church, Dormington
A shingled bell turret with leaded spire.
GR postbox outside St. Peter's Church, Dormington
GR postbox outside St. Peter's Church, Dormington
Bus shelter at Dormington With Shucknall Hill in the distance.
Bus shelter at Dormington
With Shucknall Hill in the distance.
Short footpath from Dormington
Short footpath from Dormington
Churchyard,  St. Peter's Church, Dormington With many old gravestones against the wall.
Churchyard, St. Peter's Church, Dormington
With many old gravestones against the wall.
View over farmland at Bartestree The roof of the former Convent of Our Lady of Charity & Refuge can just be seen in the middle distance. Has been converted into luxury apartments. Backbury Hill is prominent in the distance.
View over farmland at Bartestree
The roof of the former Convent of Our Lady of Charity & Refuge can just be seen in the middle distance. Has been converted into luxury apartments. Backbury Hill is prominent in the distance.
See the wood for the trees A plantation of poplar possibly destined for chipboard manufacture. It is one of the few species that will take the regular flooding of the River Frome valley floor. View north of the A438 between Bartestree and Dormington.
Compare with the winter scene; <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/152286">SO5740 : Plantation, Five Bridges</a>.
See the wood for the trees
A plantation of poplar possibly destined for chipboard manufacture. It is one of the few species that will take the regular flooding of the River Frome valley floor. View north of the A438 between Bartestree and Dormington. Compare with the winter scene; SO5740 : Plantation, Five Bridges.
Herefordshire hop garden South of the A438 at Five Bridges looking towards Tower Hill beyond Dormington.
Herefordshire hop garden
South of the A438 at Five Bridges looking towards Tower Hill beyond Dormington.
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Ashen Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SO5738 (Lat: 52.045137, Lng: -2.6175691)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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