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Featherston's Plantation

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

Featherston's Plantation

Grazing pasture at Newhouse Pastures This is an area of level pasture adjacent to the Weardale Way.
Grazing pasture at Newhouse Pastures Credit: Clive Nicholson

Featherston's Plantation is a historical landmark located in Durham, England. Situated in the woodlands of Durham Forest, this plantation is renowned for its natural beauty and rich history. Covering a vast area of land, the plantation is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

The plantation was established in the late 18th century by the Featherston family, who were prominent landowners in the region. Initially used for agricultural purposes, the plantation later evolved into a thriving timber industry, providing a steady supply of wood for construction and furniture-making.

Today, Featherston's Plantation is open to the public, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its picturesque trails and immerse themselves in the tranquil ambiance of the surrounding forest. The plantation boasts an extensive network of footpaths, enabling hikers and walkers to enjoy the breathtaking scenery while discovering the plantation's abundant flora and fauna.

The plantation also serves as a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and numerous bird species. Birdwatchers often flock to Featherston's Plantation to catch a glimpse of rare species such as the red kite and tawny owl.

In addition to its natural beauty, Featherston's Plantation has historical significance. The site features remnants of the original plantation house, providing visitors with a glimpse into the past and a chance to learn about the region's agricultural and industrial heritage.

Overall, Featherston's Plantation in Durham is a captivating destination that offers a harmonious blend of natural wonders and historical charm, making it a must-visit location for anyone seeking tranquility and a deeper understanding of the region's past.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.752185/-2.2049585 or Grid Reference NY8639. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grazing pasture at Newhouse Pastures This is an area of level pasture adjacent to the Weardale Way.
Grazing pasture at Newhouse Pastures
This is an area of level pasture adjacent to the Weardale Way.
Bridleway over Carr Brow Moor From Middlehope Bank (the minor road from Rookhope to Ireshopeburn) the bridleway gives good walking down towards Levelgate Sike and up over the shoulder of Bleak Laws on Carr Brow Moor. Just beyond the horizon, it passes through a gate and becomes a more substantial track, rather cut up by big tractor tyres, making the descent into Weardale a bit more wearing than the pleasant going on the moor.
Bridleway over Carr Brow Moor
From Middlehope Bank (the minor road from Rookhope to Ireshopeburn) the bridleway gives good walking down towards Levelgate Sike and up over the shoulder of Bleak Laws on Carr Brow Moor. Just beyond the horizon, it passes through a gate and becomes a more substantial track, rather cut up by big tractor tyres, making the descent into Weardale a bit more wearing than the pleasant going on the moor.
Not much shelter left This disused railway goods van shell has been here long enough to be mapped by the OS, but in that time, the weather has done it no good at all. With parts of the roof falling in, and part blown off, it may provide shelter from the wind for a few sheep, but certainly won't keep the rain or snow off. One panel seems to have been replaced by corrugated iron, but it looks as though the owner has decided that further repair is pointless. One hopes that on its final demise, it is removed and metal parts suitably recycled, not left here to rust and rot away completely.
Not much shelter left
This disused railway goods van shell has been here long enough to be mapped by the OS, but in that time, the weather has done it no good at all. With parts of the roof falling in, and part blown off, it may provide shelter from the wind for a few sheep, but certainly won't keep the rain or snow off. One panel seems to have been replaced by corrugated iron, but it looks as though the owner has decided that further repair is pointless. One hopes that on its final demise, it is removed and metal parts suitably recycled, not left here to rust and rot away completely.
River Wear near Waterside Farm
River Wear near Waterside Farm
Newfield The property at Newfield seen along its access road high on the northern side of Weardale.
Newfield
The property at Newfield seen along its access road high on the northern side of Weardale.
Trees on grazing land at West Blackdene Several deciduous trees in the field which has rough grazing; it's south of a minor road in Weardale. Chapel Fell is the moorland hill in the distance.
Trees on grazing land at West Blackdene
Several deciduous trees in the field which has rough grazing; it's south of a minor road in Weardale. Chapel Fell is the moorland hill in the distance.
Trees in valley of Elmford Cleugh Elmford Cleugh is a tributary of the River Wear descending on the north side of the valley.
Trees in valley of Elmford Cleugh
Elmford Cleugh is a tributary of the River Wear descending on the north side of the valley.
Head of the River Wear The point where Killhope Burn and Burnhope Burn meet to become the River Wear - at the aptly named village of Wearhead.
Head of the River Wear
The point where Killhope Burn and Burnhope Burn meet to become the River Wear - at the aptly named village of Wearhead.
Wearhead The A689 running through the small village of Wearhead
Wearhead
The A689 running through the small village of Wearhead
West Blackdene Small community near Ireshopeburn in Weardale
West Blackdene
Small community near Ireshopeburn in Weardale
Weardale Way between Wearhead and West Blackdene Riverside path in pastures beside the Wear
Weardale Way between Wearhead and West Blackdene
Riverside path in pastures beside the Wear
River Wear at West Blackdene The Weardale Way crosses the river at this point, to reach West Blackdene
River Wear at West Blackdene
The Weardale Way crosses the river at this point, to reach West Blackdene
On the Weardale Way opposite Iresburnhope The long distance footpath on the banks of the Wear, opposite the small village of Iresburnhope
On the Weardale Way opposite Iresburnhope
The long distance footpath on the banks of the Wear, opposite the small village of Iresburnhope
Newhouse Pasture Green pasture on the valley floor of Weardale
Newhouse Pasture
Green pasture on the valley floor of Weardale
Footbridge across the River Wear A 77 mile route following the River Wear from the sea at the Lindesfarne Memorial, Sunderland to the headwaters in the east Pennines, keeping as close as is possible to the river. It visits Lumley Castle, Durham (where the Castle and Cathedral forms a World Heritage Site), Bishop Auckland and Stanhope. After Stanhope the Way makes a northward loop to Rookhope to take in part of a tributary, Rookhope Burn.
Footbridge across the River Wear
A 77 mile route following the River Wear from the sea at the Lindesfarne Memorial, Sunderland to the headwaters in the east Pennines, keeping as close as is possible to the river. It visits Lumley Castle, Durham (where the Castle and Cathedral forms a World Heritage Site), Bishop Auckland and Stanhope. After Stanhope the Way makes a northward loop to Rookhope to take in part of a tributary, Rookhope Burn.
Weardale Way crossing Pastures near St. John's Chapel A 77 mile route following the River Wear from the sea at the Lindesfarne Memorial, Sunderland to the headwaters in the east Pennines, keeping as close as is possible to the river. It visits Lumley Castle, Durham (where the Castle and Cathedral forms a World Heritage Site), Bishop Auckland and Stanhope. After Stanhope the Way makes a northward loop to Rookhope to take in part of a tributary, Rookhope Burn.
Weardale Way crossing Pastures near St. John's Chapel
A 77 mile route following the River Wear from the sea at the Lindesfarne Memorial, Sunderland to the headwaters in the east Pennines, keeping as close as is possible to the river. It visits Lumley Castle, Durham (where the Castle and Cathedral forms a World Heritage Site), Bishop Auckland and Stanhope. After Stanhope the Way makes a northward loop to Rookhope to take in part of a tributary, Rookhope Burn.
River level monitoring station on the Killhope Burn, Wearhead For information on water levels: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://riverlevels.uk/killhope-burn-stanhope-wearhead#.YpYn1qjMJPY" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://riverlevels.uk/killhope-burn-stanhope-wearhead#.YpYn1qjMJPY">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>
River level monitoring station on the Killhope Burn, Wearhead
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The head of the Wear at Wearhead The River Wear starts here, below the junction of the Burnhope Burn and the Killhope Burn. Weardale, and the Weardale Way start 4½ miles upstream at the head of the Killhope Burn
The head of the Wear at Wearhead
The River Wear starts here, below the junction of the Burnhope Burn and the Killhope Burn. Weardale, and the Weardale Way start 4½ miles upstream at the head of the Killhope Burn
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Featherston's Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NY8639 (Lat: 54.752185, Lng: -2.2049585)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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///exits.screeches.lobster. Near Stanhope, Co. Durham

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