Bonfire Hill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Bonfire Hill Plantation

Eastham church Eastham church in the Teme valley is located in a farmyard. Although the tower is brick, the body of the church is made from locally quarried tufa.
Eastham church Credit: Richard Greenwood

Bonfire Hill Plantation, located in Worcestershire, England, is a picturesque woodland estate that spans across a vast area. Situated amidst the scenic beauty of the Worcestershire countryside, the plantation is renowned for its dense and diverse forest cover.

The plantation boasts an impressive variety of trees, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, which thrive in the rich soil and favorable climate of the region. This diverse ecosystem provides a habitat for numerous species of flora and fauna, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

Visitors to Bonfire Hill Plantation can explore its extensive network of walking trails, which wind through the enchanting woodland. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with occasional glimpses of wildlife such as deer, foxes, and various bird species.

The plantation also features a designated picnic area, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a leisurely meal amidst the tranquility of nature. Additionally, there are several benches strategically placed throughout the estate, providing opportunities for visitors to pause and appreciate the natural beauty that surrounds them.

Bonfire Hill Plantation is well-maintained, with regular conservation efforts in place to preserve its ecological balance. The plantation is open to the public throughout the year, allowing visitors to experience the changing seasons and witness the vibrant colors of autumn or the blossoming of spring.

Overall, Bonfire Hill Plantation in Worcestershire offers a peaceful and rejuvenating escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, providing an opportunity to reconnect with nature and indulge in its serene beauty.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.309437/-2.5193314 or Grid Reference SO6468. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eastham church Eastham church in the Teme valley is located in a farmyard. Although the tower is brick, the body of the church is made from locally quarried tufa.
Eastham church
Eastham church in the Teme valley is located in a farmyard. Although the tower is brick, the body of the church is made from locally quarried tufa.
Black Wooden Barn This barn has perhaps seen better days since the planks on its sides have sagged a little.
Black Wooden Barn
This barn has perhaps seen better days since the planks on its sides have sagged a little.
Grazing by the River The trees at the edge of this field are following the source of the River Teme.
Grazing by the River
The trees at the edge of this field are following the source of the River Teme.
Farming Telegraph Poles These telegraph poles are almost ready for harvesting just as soon as they grow the footpegs on the top.  Hop poles really, I believe.
Farming Telegraph Poles
These telegraph poles are almost ready for harvesting just as soon as they grow the footpegs on the top. Hop poles really, I believe.
Valley Bottom This shallow valley bottom is used for grazing sheep.
Valley Bottom
This shallow valley bottom is used for grazing sheep.
Wilt Precaution The sign warning of wilt precaution is not one to be ignored.
Wilt Precaution
The sign warning of wilt precaution is not one to be ignored.
St Michael St Michael's in Rochford is a 12th century church.
St Michael
St Michael's in Rochford is a 12th century church.
Newnham Bridge exchange & course of Leominster Canal The depression to the left of the farm track marks the course of the never completed and long since abandoned Leominster Canal.  The wooden shed is Newnham Bridge telephone exchange.
Newnham Bridge exchange & course of Leominster Canal
The depression to the left of the farm track marks the course of the never completed and long since abandoned Leominster Canal. The wooden shed is Newnham Bridge telephone exchange.
Eastham Bridge, nr Tenbury, Worcestershire Built in 1793 and rebuilt in 1898, it was a toll bridge until 1908.
Eastham Bridge, nr Tenbury, Worcestershire
Built in 1793 and rebuilt in 1898, it was a toll bridge until 1908.
Start of the Bridleway by Hill Top Farm The bridleway goes all the way down to a mill site and then on to Newhouse Farm.
Start of the Bridleway by Hill Top Farm
The bridleway goes all the way down to a mill site and then on to Newhouse Farm.
Footpath to Highwood Looking from a junction of five roads and paths, one of the paths goes across this field - now ploughed up and planted. Lying on the ground is the remains of a 3" X 3" wooden post - very similar to those indicating a public footpath.
Footpath to Highwood
Looking from a junction of five roads and paths, one of the paths goes across this field - now ploughed up and planted. Lying on the ground is the remains of a 3" X 3" wooden post - very similar to those indicating a public footpath.
Mileposts in Rochford Why two posts together? both say 3 miles to Tenbury and 17.5 miles to Worcester.
Both are Worcestershire County Council erected. The white painted cast iron milepost bears the date 1899 (or 1898?).
Mileposts in Rochford
Why two posts together? both say 3 miles to Tenbury and 17.5 miles to Worcester. Both are Worcestershire County Council erected. The white painted cast iron milepost bears the date 1899 (or 1898?).
The Talbot Inn, Newnham Bridge The Talbot Inn is situated on the junction of the A456, Kidderminster road with the A443. The bridge in the foreground carries the road over the River Rea.
The Talbot Inn, Newnham Bridge
The Talbot Inn is situated on the junction of the A456, Kidderminster road with the A443. The bridge in the foreground carries the road over the River Rea.
Road to Lodge Farm The farm complies with EFSIS-FABBL industry certification standards, see; <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.fabbl.co.uk/abm.asp" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.fabbl.co.uk/abm.asp">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Road to Lodge Farm
The farm complies with EFSIS-FABBL industry certification standards, see; LinkExternal link
Wooded hillside View east of the farm road to Hillwood farm.
Wooded hillside
View east of the farm road to Hillwood farm.
Hillwood Farm Not a hive of activity.
Hillwood Farm
Not a hive of activity.
Footpath at Cold Green The path firstly cuts through a garden to makes its way south towards Newhouse Farm.
Footpath at Cold Green
The path firstly cuts through a garden to makes its way south towards Newhouse Farm.
Newnham Bridge Watermill This was a beautifully restored and workable mill but the miller had just left and I'm not sure whether the mill is currently milling. Note the dust extraction kit that is in keeping with the original style of the mill furniture.
Newnham Bridge Watermill
This was a beautifully restored and workable mill but the miller had just left and I'm not sure whether the mill is currently milling. Note the dust extraction kit that is in keeping with the original style of the mill furniture.
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Bonfire Hill Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SO6468 (Lat: 52.309437, Lng: -2.5193314)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Malvern Hills

Police Authority: West Mercia

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