Thurlbear Wood and Quarrylands, Protected woodland and quarry site in Somerset, England.
Thurlbear Wood and Quarrylands spans 26.7 hectares of land, featuring species-rich woodland alongside limestone quarry areas that support diverse plant communities.
The woodland contains Medieval embankments and has been managed through a coppice-with-standards system, indicating continuous forest management practices spanning several centuries.
The site functions as a natural laboratory where researchers and students conduct ecological studies, contributing to scientific understanding of woodland ecosystems.
Visitors can access the site using postcode TA3 5BW, with roadside parking for four vehicles or alternative parking options in Thurlbear village.
The combination of ancient woodland and former quarry landscapes creates distinct habitats that support 29 butterfly species and 80 flowering plant varieties.
GPS coordinates: 50.98370,-3.04130
Latest update: March 10, 2025 01:11
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