Lambert's Plantation

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Lambert's Plantation

Frampton The A356 to Crewkerne heading west through the village. — Frampton Credit: Trevor Harris

Lambert's Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. It is a well-known destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst the beauty of nature. The plantation is situated in the heart of the Dorset countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and stunning landscapes.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Lambert's Plantation is predominantly composed of a diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and pine. These towering giants create a dense canopy that filters the sunlight, casting enchanting patterns on the forest floor. The woodland is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife.

Visitors to Lambert's Plantation can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the forest. These trails cater to all levels of fitness and provide opportunities to explore the woodland's different habitats and discover its hidden treasures. Along the way, one may encounter native woodland creatures such as deer, foxes, and a myriad of bird species.

The plantation is a popular spot for recreational activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. Its peaceful ambiance and stunning natural beauty also make it an ideal location for nature-inspired meditation and relaxation.

Lambert's Plantation is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities available nearby. It offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility and serenity of the Dorset countryside.

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Lambert's Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.748662/-2.5436059 or Grid Reference SY6194. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Frampton

The A356 to Crewkerne heading west through the village.

Trevor Harris

St Mary's Frampton

Taken at the end of Church Lane.

Trevor Harris

Direction Sign â Signpost on the A356 Dorchester Road in Frampton

Located on the southwest side of the T junction of the A356 Dorchester Road and a minor road to Southover in Frampton parish. The annulus & bar finial has been reused from an older fingerpost. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY6295

C Payne

Old Milestone by the A356, Frampton

Carved stone post by the A356, in parish of FRAMPTON (WEST DORSET District), Frampton Road, 'Milestone', No. 4., Part of the wall, on North side of road. Dorset 3 (limestone), erected by the Maiden Newton turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- 3 Maiden Newton 5 Dorchester Milestone Society National ID: DO_MNDO03.

Sheron Vowden

Footpath towards Notton Hill Barn

Looking north, this footpath crosses the eastern part of the square. Here looking north across an east-west dry valley to the right where another footpath comes up to join us. Notton Hill Barn is about 200 metres further along the track in the distance.

Graham Horn

Signpost at SY599948

Dorset County footpath signposts have the grid reference marked on them. Useful to confirm where you are, in this case easy to position on Geograph at SY599948.

Graham Horn

View from SY599948

The signpost helpfully displays a grid reference on the other side. This would be a view in better weather. Choice of paths here.

Graham Horn

Notton Hill Barn

Now converted into a private residence.

Graham Horn

Countryside Near Compton Valence

View southeast from the edge of the chalk downland plateau on the Northern side of Compton Bottom. There are extensive ancient field systems in this area. The ones visible in the distance are in SY 5993 and SY6093.

Nigel Mykura

No Way Through

This puddle is on the south side of a hedgerow on the chalk downland plateau close to the intersection of the Macmillan Way with another bridle path running east west. The minor bridle path dog-legs across the hedge at this point and the land owner has erected the sign in the middle distance which says NO FOOTPATH to make sure walkers follow the path on the north side of the hedge.

Nigel Mykura

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (27)

- Pillbox (type FW3/23): DoB ID: S0000074 Cruxton - Chalkhams Plantation - Type 23 Pillbox. This pillbox is about 200 yards further down the line from the one at Lower Maiden Newton Farm. This is unfortunately on railway property, but whose exterior is visible from the opposite side of the railway embankment. It's of standard brick and concrete construction having 4 embrasures. SY6096 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (28)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (28)

- Pillbox (type FW3/23): DoB ID: S0000074 Cruxton - Chalkhams Plantation - Type 23 Pillbox. A telephoto view of this pillbox 200 yards further down the railway line from the one at Lower Maiden Newton Farm. SY6195 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (29)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (29)

- Pillbox (type FW3/23): S0003134 Notton - Crockway Farm - Type 23 Pillbox. The Stop Line continues inexorably on its route eastwards along the railway with inevitably, yet another pillbox. This type 23 is on the railway crossing at Crockway Farm. Not that much is visible under all that vegetation, but it's of standard brick and concrete construction and has 4 embrasures. SY6195 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (30)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (30)

- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0000073 Notton - FP Level Crossing - Type 22 Pillbox. At the public FP level crossing over the railway is a half-destroyed type 22 pillbox that was deemed to have restricted pedestrian visibility at the crossing, and so the offending portion (the front) was removed! It would appear that the rapidly encroaching vegetation will soon restore the former status quo. SY6295 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (31)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (31)

- Pillbox (type FW3/23): DoB ID: S0000043 Frampton - Church Lane - Type 23 Pillbox. On the north side of the railway embankment under all that ivy is a type 23 pillbox of brick and concrete. Also, about 200 yards away in the wood close to the railway bridge is a former ammunition store, a roofless shell of a Nissen hut that like its neighbour, has now completely disappeared under vegetation. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (32)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (32)

- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0000072 Frampton - Tunnel House - Site of Type 22 Pillbox. According to records almost 20 years ago there was a pillbox here that even at that time was only in 'fair' condition. The site is on farm land on an escarpment just to the northeast of the village, and overlooks the railway tunnel entrance. Nothing survives today other than fragments of the concrete roof, and the odd brick, the remainder lies buried under a soil heap covered by brambles. With thanks to Tunnel House for access. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (33)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (33)

- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0000071 Frampton - Frampton Park (Peacock Plantation) - Type 22 Pillbox. The first of three such pillboxes all built practically within sight of each other in the Park (there were once four!). Quite why so many in such a comparatively small area is unknown. This one is of standard construction of brick and concrete having 5 main embrasures, and a small pistol port at the entrance. Its location is in woodland in Frampton Park, close to the main A356 on the south edge of Peacock Plantation. It is assumed they were built to cover the open ground between the A356 road to the north, and the River Frome to the south. Of the four, three survive, the fourth was demolished during modern improvements to the A356/A37 road junction. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (34)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (34)

- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0000071 Frampton - Frampton Park (Peacock Plantation) - Type 22 Pillbox. A view of the opposite side of the pillbox in Frampton Park that lies close to the A356 in woodland on the south edge of Peacock Plantation. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (35)

Mike Searle

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Lambert's Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SY6194 (Lat: 50.748662, Lng: -2.5436059)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset