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Yewtree Plantation

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Yewtree Plantation

Shropshire Union Canal View north over locks to Snow's Bridge from Bagley Lane Bridge
Shropshire Union Canal Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Yewtree Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated on the outskirts of a quaint village, the plantation covers an area of approximately 50 acres, making it a substantial forested area in the region.

The woodland is predominantly populated with ancient yew trees, from which it derives its name. These majestic evergreen trees, with their dark, dense foliage and gnarled trunks, create a magical atmosphere within the plantation. Some of these yew trees are estimated to be several hundred years old, adding a sense of history and enchantment to the area.

Yewtree Plantation is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers who are drawn to its natural beauty and tranquility. The forest floor is covered with a thick carpet of moss, and wildflowers bloom in abundance during the spring and summer months, adding vibrant colors to the green landscape. The plantation is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and a diverse range of bird species.

Visitors can explore the woodland through a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind their way through the trees, providing stunning views and opportunities for peaceful walks. The plantation is often hailed as a haven for birdwatching, with bird hides strategically placed throughout the area to allow observers to catch a glimpse of the resident avian population.

Yewtree Plantation is a cherished natural gem in Shropshire, offering a serene and captivating retreat for those seeking solace in the beauty of nature.

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Shropshire Union Canal View north over locks to Snow's Bridge from Bagley Lane Bridge
Shropshire Union Canal
View north over locks to Snow's Bridge from Bagley Lane Bridge
View from Hawkesmoor Bridge Near Adderley.
View from Hawkesmoor Bridge
Near Adderley.
Adderley Pool Bridge Grade II listed. Listing number 1176472. Canal bridge. Circa 1830. Thomas Telford and Alexander Easton, engineers. Limewashed red brick with some blue brick dressings. Elliptical arch. Humped-back shape with chamfered stone string course and parapet with square end piers and rounded stone coping. Slightly battered and curved abutments. Cast-iron corner posts on towpath side with grooves caused by rope haulage. Oval cast-iron number plate to south-east.
Adderley Pool Bridge
Grade II listed. Listing number 1176472. Canal bridge. Circa 1830. Thomas Telford and Alexander Easton, engineers. Limewashed red brick with some blue brick dressings. Elliptical arch. Humped-back shape with chamfered stone string course and parapet with square end piers and rounded stone coping. Slightly battered and curved abutments. Cast-iron corner posts on towpath side with grooves caused by rope haulage. Oval cast-iron number plate to south-east.
Shropshire Union Canal North of Adderley.
Shropshire Union Canal
North of Adderley.
Milepost on the towpath On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Milepost on the towpath
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Bridge 74 on the Shropshire Union Canal Grade II listed. Listing number 1320255. Accommodation bridge. 1827-30. Telford design. Brick, with stone band and copings. Single elliptical arch. Slightly cambered solid parapet, and piers. 2 iron rope fenders. Brick paved towpath beneath bridge.
Bridge 74 on the Shropshire Union Canal
Grade II listed. Listing number 1320255. Accommodation bridge. 1827-30. Telford design. Brick, with stone band and copings. Single elliptical arch. Slightly cambered solid parapet, and piers. 2 iron rope fenders. Brick paved towpath beneath bridge.
Former lock keeper's cottage At bridge 74 on the Shropshire Union Canal
Former lock keeper's cottage
At bridge 74 on the Shropshire Union Canal
Bridge 75 on the Shropshire Union Canal Grade II listed. Listing number 1115818. Accommodation bridge. C1827-30 and later Telford design. Brick, with stone band and copings. Single elliptical arch. Slightly cambered solid parapet, and piers. Parapets partly rebuilt at later date. 2 iron rope fenders. Brick paved towpath beneath bridge.
Bridge 75 on the Shropshire Union Canal
Grade II listed. Listing number 1115818. Accommodation bridge. C1827-30 and later Telford design. Brick, with stone band and copings. Single elliptical arch. Slightly cambered solid parapet, and piers. Parapets partly rebuilt at later date. 2 iron rope fenders. Brick paved towpath beneath bridge.
Between locks On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Between locks
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Lock at Bagley Lane bridge On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Lock at Bagley Lane bridge
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Snow's bridge Bridge 77 on the Shropshire Union Canal.
Snow's bridge
Bridge 77 on the Shropshire Union Canal.
Threatening clouds over Rectory Lane, Adderley And it did indeed rain heavily, very soon.
Threatening clouds over Rectory Lane, Adderley
And it did indeed rain heavily, very soon.
Approaching Hawksmoor Bridge [no 72] Looking northwards on the Shropshire Union canal.
Approaching Hawksmoor Bridge [no 72]
Looking northwards on the Shropshire Union canal.
Wooded landscape near Adderley Pool Farmland or parkland? Difficult to tell. On the west bank of the Shropshire Union canal.
Wooded landscape near Adderley Pool
Farmland or parkland? Difficult to tell. On the west bank of the Shropshire Union canal.
Cattle grazing on a strip of land The grazing area has been fenced off from the larger field behind. North of Adderley, on the east bank of the canal.
Cattle grazing on a strip of land
The grazing area has been fenced off from the larger field behind. North of Adderley, on the east bank of the canal.
Dark clouds over mown fields, Adderley On the east bank of the Shropshire Union canal.
Dark clouds over mown fields, Adderley
On the east bank of the Shropshire Union canal.
Tisbuts House, Swanbach The sign reads "Built with Tis Buts 1865" - "Tis Buts" being small amounts of money put aside with the statement "'tis but [insert amount], but it will grow".
Tisbuts House, Swanbach
The sign reads "Built with Tis Buts 1865" - "Tis Buts" being small amounts of money put aside with the statement "'tis but [insert amount], but it will grow".
Tisbuts House, Swanbach (detail) The sign reads "Built with Tis Buts 1865" - "Tis Buts" being small amounts of money put aside with the statement "'tis but [insert amount], but it will grow".
Tisbuts House, Swanbach (detail)
The sign reads "Built with Tis Buts 1865" - "Tis Buts" being small amounts of money put aside with the statement "'tis but [insert amount], but it will grow".
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Yewtree Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SJ6540 (Lat: 52.96473, Lng: -2.509392)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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