South West Of England Forests & Woodland

Forests and woodland in the South West of England, woods, Abbeyford, Cann Woods, Cardinham, Community Woodlands, Croydon Hill, Dorset Woodlands, Forest of Dean, Great Plantation, Great Wood, Herodsfoot, Idless, Lydford Forest, Mendips, Roughtor, Savernake, Stoke Woods, St Audries, Westonbirt Arboretum, Wye Valley, dorset, devon, wiltshire, gloucestershire, somerset, cornwall

South West Of England Forests & Woodland
Information about forests and woodlands in the South West England including Abbeyford, Cann Woods, Cardinham, Community Woodlands, Croydon Hill, Dorset Woodlands, Forest of Dean, Great Plantation, Great Wood, Herodsfoot, Idless, Lydford Forest, Mendips, Roughtor, Savernake, Stoke Woods, St Audries, Westonbirt Arboretum, Wye Valley, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire plus where to go and day out.

Abbeyford

© Crown Copyright On the outskirts of Okehampton the walks through this beautiful wood lead you past big majestic Douglas fir trees, through areas of old beech trees and alongside the banks of the Okemeet River. There are two walks, one of which forms part of the Tarka Trail and follows the River. The other is a circular route and winds its way through the wood.

Okehampton, Devon

TEL: (44) 01409 221692

Cann Woods

© Crown Copyright Cann Woods is recorded as far back as the 15th century when it was part of the Manor of Boringdon. The nearby Iron Age fort of Boringdon Camp is believed to date from 350BC to 150BC. Its name comes from the Saxon 'Burth Y Don' meaning the entrenched place on the hill. Covering an area of some 230 hectares the woods are a prominent feature of the surrounding landscape and are an excellent example of forest management with areas of both coniferous plantation and broad-leaved.

Nr Plymouth, Devon

TEL: (44) 01822 880203

Croydon Hill

© Crown Copyright Croydon Hill, just south of the seaside town of Minehead and on the edge of Exmoor National Park, is a large upland woodland littered with paths and hill top ridges for you to explore on foot, horseback or by bike. Some of the hills will offer a challenge even to experienced walkers. The peaks and valleys make it an ideal location for a range of adventurous activities including large endurance rides, orienteering and motor sports: Croydon Hill is home to the Somerset Stages Rally organised each year by Minehead & Burnham on Sea Motor Clubs.

Minehead, Somerset

TEL: (44) 01278 732319

Dorset Woodlands

© Crown Copyright From the extensive pine woodlands and heathlands in the Wareham and Ringwood areas, to the beautiful beech woodlands of Cranborne Chase, the forests of Dorset are a delight to discover.A large area of open heathland and pine woodland, with the much loved Sika Trail running through it. Not only can you spot the secretive Sika Deer but also the solitary Roe Deer.

Dorset

TEL: (44) 023 8028 3141

Forest of Dean

© Crown Copyright Covering 35 square miles, the forest was formerly a royal hunting forest. For centuries it was valued for its resources of iron, coal, stone and timber. Today it is a place of few crowds and much peace, with the largest area of old oak trees in Britain. It came to the Forestry Commission in 1924.

Gloucestershire

TEL: (44) 01594 833057

Great Wood

© Crown Copyright The Quantock Hills softly rise and fall from the north west of Taunton for some 12 miles towards the Bristol Channel. To the west of Bridgwater, just below the highest hills of the Quantocks, lies the magnificent Great Wood. The woods provide ample opportunity for a range of recreational activities: enjoy a leisurely stroll along a waymarked trail; join a long distance endurance horse ride; or discover the forest on a bike. During the summer it can be a great place to escape from the busy roads and crowded beaches. There is even a short all abilities trail here for you to enjoy.

Somerset

TEL: (44) 01278 732319

Herodsfoot

© Crown Copyright This woodland lies in the deep, secluded West Looe valley and provides a peaceful haven for a variety of wildlife. The good tracks that wind their way through the wood will provide you with ample opportunity to catch glimpses of some of this wildlife. During the autumn this wood is one of the best places in the county to experience the changing colours, especially amongst the beech plantations and oak woods.

Cornwall

TEL: (44) 01208 72577

Idless

© Crown Copyright Idless Woods is a sheltered and tranquil woodland that runs along the side of the valley down to the river Allen. It's proximity to the pretty city of Truro makes it popular with local people; and the peaceful setting makes it popular with local wildlife.

Cornwall

TEL: (44) 01208 72577

Lydford Forest

© Crown Copyright A beautiful diverse wooded valley on the edge of Dartmoor with fantastic views down the Lyd valley and over the moor. Lydford Forest is a very peaceful wood and as such an array of wildlife is able to flourish here. A beautiful woodland valley on the western edge of Dartmoor between Okehampton and Tavistock. They ask visitors to respect this peaceful haven and not to disturb the wildlife.

Devon

TEL: (44) 01409 221692

Savernake

© Crown Copyright The old Forest of Savernake is derived from ancient wood pasture management, and has many veteran trees. The forest extends to 1100 hectares (2750 acres) most of which is classified as a Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI) as well as being registered as an important historic park. Savernake Forest and its two significant outliers, West Woods and Collingbourne. All are old woods which are predominantly broadleaf and in particular beech.

Wiltshire

TEL: (44) 01594 833057

St Audries

© Crown Copyright This impressive coniferous forest is home to a variety of woodland wildlife and you may see some of it when out exploring. Lying at the northern end of the picturesque Quantock Hills it can be a great introduction to this special place and it is easy to access the rest of the ridge through the forest.

Somerset

TEL: (44) 01278 732319

Wye Valley Forest

© Crown Copyright These woodlands cover the valley sides of the River Wye and are made up of a mosaic of broadleaf and conifer trees, providing a variety of wildlife habitats.Lots to see and do at the internationally famous viewpoint. Nearby cliffs are the nesting place of peregrine falcons that soar above the valley of the River Wye 120m below. It is also the site of an Iron Age hill fort.

Gloucestershire

TEL: (44) 01594 833057

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