Dee Plantation

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Dee Plantation

Lambs in Devon countryside
Lambs in Devon countryside Credit: thejackrustles

Dee Plantation is a serene and picturesque woodland area located in the heart of Wiltshire, England. Spanning across a vast expanse of around 500 acres, this plantation is known for its dense forest and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The plantation is primarily composed of ancient broadleaf woodland, boasting an impressive assortment of trees including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees create a stunning canopy, filtering sunlight and casting dappled shadows on the forest floor. The undergrowth is rich and varied, with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses adding a burst of color to the landscape.

Dee Plantation is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a diverse range of animal species. Deer can often be spotted roaming through the woodland, while squirrels scurry up and down the trees, collecting nuts for the winter months. Birdwatchers can delight in the presence of various avian species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes.

The plantation offers a network of well-maintained trails, providing visitors with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the woodland. These paths wind through the dense forest, offering glimpses of tranquil streams and small ponds along the way. Nature enthusiasts can observe the delicate balance of the ecosystem and marvel at the interplay between the different elements of the woodland.

Dee Plantation is a cherished natural treasure in Wiltshire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with the beauty of the natural world.

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Dee Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.119721/-2.2252362 or Grid Reference ST8435. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lambs in Devon countryside
Lambs in Devon countryside
View from road near Mere Down Farm at harvest time
View from road near Mere Down Farm at harvest time
Heading towards the B3095 in Kingston Deverill Quiet lane in the village of Kingston Deverill adopted by the Mid Wilts Way long distance footpath
Heading towards the B3095 in Kingston Deverill
Quiet lane in the village of Kingston Deverill adopted by the Mid Wilts Way long distance footpath
Kingston Deverill Small ancient village in the Wylye Valley
Kingston Deverill
Small ancient village in the Wylye Valley
Footpath leading up to Court Hill Through the gate, the undefined footpath leads diagonally through the pasture to reach the flanks of Court Hill.
Footpath leading up to Court Hill
Through the gate, the undefined footpath leads diagonally through the pasture to reach the flanks of Court Hill.
Mid Wilts Way on Court Hill The long distance footpath descending towards Kingston Deverill
Mid Wilts Way on Court Hill
The long distance footpath descending towards Kingston Deverill
Approaching Court Hill Plantation Mid Wilts Way long distance footpath on Court Hill
Approaching Court Hill Plantation
Mid Wilts Way long distance footpath on Court Hill
36 and 38 Kingston Deverill Listed Grade II, 17th century semi-detached cottages <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036399?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036399?section=official-listing">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>
36 and 38 Kingston Deverill
Listed Grade II, 17th century semi-detached cottages LinkExternal link
The River Wylye through Kingston Deverill
The River Wylye through Kingston Deverill
The Mid Wilts Way entering Kingston Deverill Onto the narrow flood plain of the River Wylye after leaving Court Hill
The Mid Wilts Way entering Kingston Deverill
Onto the narrow flood plain of the River Wylye after leaving Court Hill
Tumulus on Court Hill The tumulus is on the flank of the hill, rather than its ridge. But <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/140085">ST8337 : Wylye Valley farmland</a> shows that it is nevertheless visible from some distance
Tumulus on Court Hill
The tumulus is on the flank of the hill, rather than its ridge. But ST8337 : Wylye Valley farmland shows that it is nevertheless visible from some distance
The Mid Wilts Way on Court Hill Leading towards the small copse of Peter's Penning
The Mid Wilts Way on Court Hill
Leading towards the small copse of Peter's Penning
Charnage Down Looking across a dry chalk combe from the A303.
Charnage Down
Looking across a dry chalk combe from the A303.
Downland, Kingston Deverill Access land and the upper reaches of a dry valley to the west of Keysley Farm.
Downland, Kingston Deverill
Access land and the upper reaches of a dry valley to the west of Keysley Farm.
Downland, Kingston Deverill Access land with evening shadows to the west of Keysley Farm.
Downland, Kingston Deverill
Access land with evening shadows to the west of Keysley Farm.
Old Milestone by the track on Mere Down, north of Mere Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of MERE (SALISBURY District), Mere Down; 500m East of large house and junction with B3095, against fence, on North side of track. Wilton Ox-drove stone, erected by an unknown authority in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
XXI
MILES
FROM SARUM
XCIX
FROM
LONDON
1750 

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1300867
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1300867" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1300867">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>

Milestone Society National ID: WI_SAOD21.
Old Milestone by the track on Mere Down, north of Mere
Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of MERE (SALISBURY District), Mere Down; 500m East of large house and junction with B3095, against fence, on North side of track. Wilton Ox-drove stone, erected by an unknown authority in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- XXI MILES FROM SARUM XCIX FROM LONDON 1750 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1300867 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: WI_SAOD21.
Old Milestone on Charnage Down Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of Mere (Salisbury District), Mere, Chaddenwick Furze; 900m North West of junction with the A303, on field edge, on South side of road. Wilton Ox-drove stone, erected by an unknown authority in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
XX
MILES FROM
SARUM
XCVIII
FROM
LONDON
1750 

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number:1199935 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1199935" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1199935">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>

Milestone Society National ID: WI_SAOD20
Old Milestone on Charnage Down
Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of Mere (Salisbury District), Mere, Chaddenwick Furze; 900m North West of junction with the A303, on field edge, on South side of road. Wilton Ox-drove stone, erected by an unknown authority in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- XX MILES FROM SARUM XCVIII FROM LONDON 1750 Grade II listed. List Entry Number:1199935 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: WI_SAOD20
Old Milestone on Charnage Down Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of Mere (Salisbury District), Mere, Chaddenwick Furze; 900m North West of junction with the A303, on field edge, on South side of road. Wilton Ox-drove stone, erected by an unknown authority in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
XX
MILES FROM
SARUM
XCVIII
FROM
LONDON
1750 

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number:1199935 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1199935" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1199935">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>

Milestone Society National ID: WI_SAOD20
Old Milestone on Charnage Down
Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of Mere (Salisbury District), Mere, Chaddenwick Furze; 900m North West of junction with the A303, on field edge, on South side of road. Wilton Ox-drove stone, erected by an unknown authority in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- XX MILES FROM SARUM XCVIII FROM LONDON 1750 Grade II listed. List Entry Number:1199935 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: WI_SAOD20
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Dee Plantation is located at Grid Ref: ST8435 (Lat: 51.119721, Lng: -2.2252362)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

What 3 Words

///torso.eased.glow. Near Mere, Wiltshire

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