Horse Close Plantation

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Horse Close Plantation

Horse Close Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a well-preserved example of a plantation forest. The site is nestled in the rolling hills of the Dorset countryside, offering visitors a serene and tranquil escape from the bustling modern world.

The plantation is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, with species such as oak, beech, and ash dominating the landscape. These majestic trees provide a dense canopy that allows only dappled sunlight to filter through to the forest floor, creating a cool and shaded environment even on hot summer days.

Visitors to Horse Close Plantation can enjoy a variety of activities. There are well-maintained walking trails that meander through the woodland, offering opportunities for leisurely strolls and exploration. The forest is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and various bird species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The plantation is managed by the local forestry commission, who ensure the preservation and conservation of the woodland. They actively maintain the trails, remove invasive species, and undertake tree planting programs to sustain the health and biodiversity of Horse Close Plantation.

Overall, Horse Close Plantation is a beautiful and well-managed forest that provides a peaceful retreat for both locals and visitors alike. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of Dorset.

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Horse Close Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.779448/-2.2400913 or Grid Reference SY8397. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A354 Deverel Farm

Paul Barnett

Road west from Winterborne Kingston

A string of Winterbornes along this road, next, Winterborne Whitechurch.

Robin Webster

The Winterborne valley

Looking east over the valley between Winterborne Kingston and Winterborne Whitechurch.

Robin Webster

Footpath climbing out of Winterborne valley

Heading in the general direction of West Park Farm.

Robin Webster

Cottages, Lower Street

In the parish of Winterborne Whitechurch.

Robin Webster

Old Milestone by the A354, south west of Winterborne Whitechurch

Carved stone post by the A354, in parish of MILBORNE ST ANDREW (NORTH DORSET District), 250m West of entrance road to Field Barn Farm, on bank amongst small trees, on South side of road. Dorset 1 (limestone), erected by the Harnham, Blandford & Dorchester turnpike trust in the 19th century. See Link

for reverse face. Inscription reads:- Blandford 6 Dorchester 10 Carved benchmark bottom centre of front face. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number:1324264 Link

Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOBF10

Alan Rosevear

WWII Dorset - Winterborne Whitechurch: Searchlight Battery

- AA Searchlight Battery: DoB ID: e09907 The remains of a wartime AA searchlight battery survive in a private garden at Winterborne Whitechurch in the form of four huts used for accommodation (all of them are just visible), including one that possibly housed a generator. Currently under floodwater is the concrete base for the searchlight itself which survives in an adjacent field. Known as Turner's Curved Asbestos Huts, they were manufactured by the Turner Asbestos Company of Trafford Park, Manchester. Their use dates the searchlight battery from post May 1942, although the battery may have been in operation before then. The huts continue to be used today as garages.

Mike Searle

A354 towards Dorchester

Climbing away from Winterborne Whitechurch.

Robin Webster

A354 towards Dorchester

Behind the hedge on the left is a gas valve compound.

Robin Webster

A354 towards Dorchester

From Blandford Forum.

Robin Webster

Country Road near Bere Regis, Dorset

Minor Road between Bere Regis and Milborne St Andrew

Tim Marshall

Farm gate and fields near Milborne St Andrew, Dorset

From the Bere Regis to Milborne St Andrew road.

Tim Marshall

Barn at Roke Farm, Bere Regis

Most of the farm buildings were rebuilt at the close of the 19th century, but the formerly thatched farmhouse and barn date from the 18th century.

John Lamper

Watermill at Roke Farm, Bere Regis

The mill was presumably fed from the pond in SY8396, which is marked as ‘Millum Head’ on 1:25 000 maps and is at a higher elevation.

John Lamper

Roke Farm, Bere Regis

Rather unhelpfully, the group of farm buildings is shown as a single block on some 1:50 000 maps. The picture shows that the barn and watermill are some distance apart

John Lamper

Barn House, near Bere Regis

Marked as ‘Roke Barn’ on the 1:25 000 map, there would appear to be residential accommodation at this location. The area is surrounded by fields of oilseed rape in early May.

John Lamper