Cheddar Wood, Protected woodland area in Somerset, England
The 86.9-hectare woodland contains varied sections of ancient broadleaved trees, neutral grasslands, and calcareous terrain on carboniferous limestone substrate.
The woodland belonged to King Edmund the Magnificent in the 10th century and later to the Bishops of Bath and Wells in the 13th century.
The land management practices evolved from traditional coppicing until 1917 to modern conservation methods under Somerset Wildlife Trust supervision.
The woodland functions as a nature reserve with specific access conditions, requiring visitors to follow designated paths to protect rare plant species.
The site houses the Starved Wood-sedge and Purple Gromwell plants, along with butterfly species including Silver-washed Fritillary and Dark Green Fritillary.
GPS coordinates: 51.29320,-2.79733
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:00
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