Lawyer's Plantation

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Lawyer's Plantation

Direction Sign â Signpost Located between Frampton and Grimstone on an island in the centre of the junction of the A37 Dorchester Road and a minor road to Langford Farm, Stratton parish. The annulus &amp; bar finial and pillar remain but the arms of the fingerpost have gone. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1785108" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1785108">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY6394 — Direction Sign â Signpost Credit: C Payne

Lawyer's Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Covering an expansive area, it is nestled near the town of Dorchester and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The plantation is named after the Lawyer family, who were prominent landowners in the area during the 18th century.

The plantation is characterized by its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and pine. These towering trees create a dense canopy, providing a peaceful and shaded environment for visitors to explore. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Several well-maintained trails wind through the plantation, allowing visitors to navigate the woodland and discover its hidden gems. Along these paths, one may encounter various species of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and an assortment of birdlife.

Lawyer's Plantation also boasts a small stream that meanders through the woodland, adding to its serene atmosphere. Visitors can take a break from their walks and enjoy a picnic by the stream, immersing themselves in the tranquility of nature.

The plantation is open to the public year-round, and entry is free of charge. Due to its popularity, it can get busy during weekends and holidays, so it is advisable to arrive early to secure parking. Lawyer's Plantation offers a perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse oneself in the beauty of nature in the heart of Dorset.

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Direction Sign â Signpost

Located between Frampton and Grimstone on an island in the centre of the junction of the A37 Dorchester Road and a minor road to Langford Farm, Stratton parish. The annulus & bar finial and pillar remain but the arms of the fingerpost have gone. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY6394

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

Stratton, postbox

DT2 605, at the western end of the village, on Dorchester Road; ahead, A37 and the village by-pass.

Mike Faherty

Stratton, footpath

Alongside Dorchester Road (A37); the wonky sign indicates that the path is to be shared by pedestrians and cyclists.

Mike Faherty

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

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (35)

- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0000071 Frampton - Frampton Park (Peacock Plantation) - Type 22 Pillbox. Interior view of the pillbox near the A356 in Frampton Park, looking in from the outside through an embrasure. The T plan blast wall is evident here in the immediate foreground. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (36)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (36)

- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0000070 Frampton - Frampton Park FP - Type 22 Pillbox. The second of the three pillboxes in Frampton Park, this one sits on the public FP south of Peacock Lodge, and is also of standard construction of brick and concrete, with 5 embrasures, and a pistol port that covers the entrance. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (37)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (37)

- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0000070 Frampton - Frampton Park FP - Type 22 Pillbox. Overlooking meadows alongside the public FP in the Park, south of Peacock Lodge. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (38)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (38)

- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0000070 Frampton - Frampton Park FP - Type 22 Pillbox. Interior view from one of the 5 main embrasures. Flooding to a considerable depth inside is evident. This pillbox in Frampton Park overlooks meadows alongside the public FP south of Peacock Lodge. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (39)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (42)

Grimstone Railway Viaduct. At a strategic crossing point of both road and rail, the viaduct was on the Stop Line, and probably manned in 1940 with a road block under the central arch. According to local legend, the viaduct would have been blown up by auxiliaries in the event of a landing by invasion forces. SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (43)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (43)

- Anti-tank Block: DoB ID: S0000060 Grimstone Railway Viaduct - Cube: definitely an anti-tank cube, but what sort of vehicle this was designed to stop is uncertain - presumably a fairly small one! It's under the southern arch of the three railway arches, whose central arch presumably had a road block of some kind, whilst flowing under the northern arch is the natural obstacle of Sydling Water. It has been said, and it's entirely possible, that this cube was part of a line that once extended across the entire road to form a permanent road block. Which would have inconvenienced the residents of Sydling St Nicholas somewhat! SY6394 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (44)

Mike Searle

Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (44)

- Anti-tank Block: DoB ID: S0000060 Grimstone Railway Viaduct - Cube. A close-up of the anti-tank cube under the southern arch of the Grimstone railway viaduct. SY7290 : Defending Dorset in 1940: the Maiden Newton - Poole Harbour Stop Line (45)

Mike Searle

Footpath up Magiston Hill

Becky Williamson

Forston Farm

Becky Williamson

Rivet on wall at Forston Farm

Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark (missing its arrow) on roadside wall at Forston Farm. It seems that this rivet has been elevated from its original position as, according to the Ordnance Survey database, it is only 0.2 M above ground level and it is definitely more than that now! For full description on the database, see Link