Borrens Plantation

Wood, Forest in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Borrens Plantation

Barbon St Bartholomew - lychgate The lychgate bears the dates 1872 and 1915. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3503493">SD6382 : Lychgate, St Bartholomew's, Barbon</a>. — Barbon St Bartholomew - lychgate Credit: Stephen Craven

Borrens Plantation is a picturesque estate located in the district of Westmorland in the Wood, Forest region. Situated amidst lush greenery, this historic plantation spans across a sprawling area and is renowned for its natural beauty and rich historical significance.

The plantation is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with towering trees and vibrant flowers adorning the landscape. The dense forest surrounding the area provides a serene and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Steeped in history, Borrens Plantation holds significance as a former site of a thriving agricultural community. The remnants of old farm buildings, including barns and stone walls, can still be seen, serving as a reminder of the plantation's past. The plantation also played a role in the region's logging industry during the early 20th century, with timber being harvested from the surrounding forest.

Visitors to Borrens Plantation can enjoy a range of outdoor activities. The well-maintained trails offer opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The plantation is also home to several picnic areas, providing a perfect spot for families and friends to gather and enjoy a meal amidst the breathtaking natural surroundings.

In conclusion, Borrens Plantation in Westmorland is a captivating destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. With its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and rich historical heritage, it offers a unique and memorable experience for all who visit.

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Borrens Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.249812/-2.5790805 or Grid Reference SD6283. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barbon St Bartholomew - lychgate

The lychgate bears the dates 1872 and 1915. See also SD6382 : Lychgate, St Bartholomew's, Barbon.

Stephen Craven

Barbon St Bartholomew

Unusually the tower, which contains six bells, is at the east rather than west end.

Stephen Craven

Barbon St Bartholomew - interior

There's a good if brief description on the Church Heritage Record Link

as well as the Historic England listing.

Stephen Craven

Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial

Even a small village like this lost seven men in the Great War.

Stephen Craven

Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial

Wooden panelling beneath the west window forms tribute to Ughtred James, 1st Baron Shuttleworth (1844-1939) and his wife Blanche (1851-1924) of Barbon Manor. I presume Lawrence and Edward named on the church's war memorial SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial were their sons.

Stephen Craven

Barbon St Bartholomew - west window

"This window is dedicated to Louisa wife of Sir Woodbine Parish KCH by her daughter Blanche M Kay Shuttleworth". The Shuttleworths were Lords of the Manor, and Blanche is in her turn commemorated in the panelling below the window SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial. The central motif is the Good Shepherd, a popular one of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Stephen Craven

Barbon St Bartholomew - small stained glass window

"In memory of James Harrison St Stephen's Day 1900". James had been vicar of the parish since 1872.

Stephen Craven

Barbon St Bartholomew - sundial

In the church grounds.

Stephen Craven

Hayfield in Barbondale

A Roman road ran a little to the left of the large tree in the distance, and an early medieval settlement was just the other side of the road behind the camera SD6281 : Ancient settlement near Town End, Barbon. What crop did ancient Romans and early English people grow on this field?

Stephen Craven

Old oak in a field

This is the further tree beyond the pair seen in the foreground of SD6083 : Minor road towards Rigmaden taken in the spring of the same year.

Stephen Craven

Carrfoot Lodge

The lodge was that of Rigmaden Park that stretches about 1.2km south from this junction. See SD6185 : Carrfoot Lodge for a closer view taken earlier the same year.

Stephen Craven

Sheep at Rigmaden Farm

Grazing on a level field part way up the west slope of Lonsdale.

Stephen Craven

Rigmaden bridge

The grade II listed bridge (list entry 1086894) has an unusual curved girder construction and dates from the 1880s. SD6184 : Rigmaden Bridge shows a side view quite clearly.

Stephen Craven

River Lune north from Rigmaden bridge

Photographed towards the end of a fairly dry summer. SD6184 : River Lune at Rigmaden shows it in late winter with a greater depth of flow.

Stephen Craven

Barbon Manor

One-time home of the historian Roger Fulford, and featured in the annual Barbon hill-climb challenge.

David M Clark

The road from Barbon Manor

The private access road from Barbon Manor to Barbon village near Pencil Brow; the Lune Valley is in the background. The road is also a public bridleway.

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, St. Bartholomew's Church

Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the south-east angle of the chancel of St. Bartholomew's Church. The benchmark marks a height of 97.4202m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1953 (location photograph SD6382 : St. Bartholomew's Churchyard).

Adrian Taylor