Penhill Copse: Ancient Woodland Indicators

Three and a half acres of community woodland with centuries of history

Penhill Copse can be seen on maps dating back to 1796 and shows every indicator of ancient woodland—land continuously wooded since 1600 in England. The woodland consists of Ash, Beech and Maple trees, with shrubs including Hazel, Spindle, Elder, Currant and Holly. The forest floor hosts Ivy, Dog Mercury, Celandine, Wood Anemone and three varieties of Violet. Wildlife includes Greater Spotted Woodpeckers, Long Tailed Tits, Gold Crests, Tawny and Small Eared Owls, plus healthy populations of squirrels and bats.