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Butcher's Coppice

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Butcher's Coppice

Pasture on the edge of the village
Pasture on the edge of the village Credit: John M

Butcher's Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in Shropshire, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 20 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the county, rich with natural beauty and biodiversity. The woodland is situated near the village of Highley and is easily accessible by foot or by car.

The coppice is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, ash, and birch, which create a dense canopy and provide a habitat for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, enhancing the woodland's charm and tranquility.

The area is popular among nature enthusiasts and walkers, who appreciate the peaceful ambiance and the chance to observe the diverse flora and fauna. Birdwatchers can spot a wide array of avian species, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and various songbirds. Butterflies, squirrels, and small mammals are also commonly seen within the woodland.

Butcher's Coppice offers a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. The paths wind through the trees, leading to hidden glades and picturesque viewpoints. There are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the woodland, providing an opportunity to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings.

Managed by local authorities, Butcher's Coppice is carefully preserved to maintain its ecological balance and natural beauty. It serves as an important site for conservation and education, with regular guided walks and events organized to raise awareness about the importance of woodland ecosystems.

In conclusion, Butcher's Coppice is a charming woodland sanctuary in Shropshire, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature and experience the tranquility of a thriving forest ecosystem.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.562306/-2.5731046 or Grid Reference SO6196. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pasture on the edge of the village
Pasture on the edge of the village
Bourton Post Office A little Post Office, open four hours per week
Bourton Post Office
A little Post Office, open four hours per week
Corvedale sun-rise September sun-rise from the B4378, South-West of Much Wenlock.
Corvedale sun-rise
September sun-rise from the B4378, South-West of Much Wenlock.
View across Callaughton Callaughton farm and village houses.
View across Callaughton
Callaughton farm and village houses.
Pheasant-rearing pens in The Coppice at Acton Round There were plenty of young birds in the pens, and no shortage of older pheasants in the rest of the wood. Daft Dog, being a Cocker Spaniel, thought this was a great place to explore.
Pheasant-rearing pens in The Coppice at Acton Round
There were plenty of young birds in the pens, and no shortage of older pheasants in the rest of the wood. Daft Dog, being a Cocker Spaniel, thought this was a great place to explore.
OS benchmark - Lower Spoonhill An OS cutmark on the wall of Lower Spoonhill house; originally levelled at 132.247m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
OS benchmark - Lower Spoonhill
An OS cutmark on the wall of Lower Spoonhill house; originally levelled at 132.247m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
House at Lower Spoonhill
House at Lower Spoonhill
Footpath near Lower Spoonhill Woods Easy walking once the wheat has been harvested, but this might have felt less 'open' when the crop was still in the field.
Footpath near Lower Spoonhill Woods
Easy walking once the wheat has been harvested, but this might have felt less 'open' when the crop was still in the field.
Footpath along a hedgeline near Little Spoonhill The paths hereabouts are not particularly well signed, nor well used for that matter. Which is a shame, as it's a lovely area.
Footpath along a hedgeline near Little Spoonhill
The paths hereabouts are not particularly well signed, nor well used for that matter. Which is a shame, as it's a lovely area.
Pastureland near Monkhall Plantation
Pastureland near Monkhall Plantation
Track to Little Spoonhill
Track to Little Spoonhill
Along the lane near The Floors
Along the lane near The Floors
OS benchmark - Bourton, barn at The Floors An OS cutmark on the northern, rubble-built wall of a small barn at The Floors; originally levelled at 172.48m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
OS benchmark - Bourton, barn at The Floors
An OS cutmark on the northern, rubble-built wall of a small barn at The Floors; originally levelled at 172.48m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
Track to Butcher's Coppice and The Pheasantrey The track leads to a small cottage in the woods just northeast of here.
Track to Butcher's Coppice and The Pheasantrey
The track leads to a small cottage in the woods just northeast of here.
A bridleway, in theory No sign of a usable path across this field, but the headland/margin has been left unplanted and riders are presumably expected to use that instead. To be fair, it works just as well.
A bridleway, in theory
No sign of a usable path across this field, but the headland/margin has been left unplanted and riders are presumably expected to use that instead. To be fair, it works just as well.
Another piece of unmarked bridleway The right of way crossing this field has been planted over, leaving no trace of a path, but with an alternative route around the field edge it's not the end of the world. The same applies in the next field north, nearer to the road.
Another piece of unmarked bridleway
The right of way crossing this field has been planted over, leaving no trace of a path, but with an alternative route around the field edge it's not the end of the world. The same applies in the next field north, nearer to the road.
Marshy bridleway in Woodhousefield Plantation Large-scale maps show the western side of this wood as Woodhousefield Plantation, and the eastern part as Woodhousefield Gorse. Whatever the names, the pathway is pretty damp in places, and Daft Dog emerged with a very wet belly from paddling in the puddles.
Marshy bridleway in Woodhousefield Plantation
Large-scale maps show the western side of this wood as Woodhousefield Plantation, and the eastern part as Woodhousefield Gorse. Whatever the names, the pathway is pretty damp in places, and Daft Dog emerged with a very wet belly from paddling in the puddles.
Bridleway emerges on the south side of Woodhousefield Plantation Out of the darkness (OK, gloom) of the woods into the much brighter daylight of open fields to the south.
Bridleway emerges on the south side of Woodhousefield Plantation
Out of the darkness (OK, gloom) of the woods into the much brighter daylight of open fields to the south.
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Butcher's Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SO6196 (Lat: 52.562306, Lng: -2.5731046)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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