FIRESTONE COPSE ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT

Forestry Commission

Follow the minor road from Kite Hill on the A3054 just before Wootton Bridge. OS Grid Reference: SZ 555 913

Firestone is an attractive area of forest, notable for its wide-ranging tree species, from Oak to soaring spires of Grand Fir.
From the car park and picnic area, visitors may explore way-marked trails to Wootton Creek or delight in flower rich grassy rides. In summer, these are particularly good places to glimpse the many butterflies found here; amongst them White and Red Admirals, Marbled Whites, Small Tortoiseshells, Gatekeepers and Fritillaries.