Lanhill Clump

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Lanhill Clump

Electricity near Chippenham Credit: Anthony Parkes

Lanhill Clump is a serene woodland located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Spread across an area of approximately 10 hectares, this ancient woodland is nestled within the picturesque landscape of the Cotswolds.

The Clump is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which provide a rich and diverse habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. The woodland floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells during the spring season, creating a magical atmosphere for visitors.

The trees in Lanhill Clump are of great importance both ecologically and historically. Many of them are several centuries old, lending an air of wisdom and mystique to the forest. The woodland has been carefully managed over the years to maintain its natural beauty and preserve its heritage value.

Visitors to Lanhill Clump can enjoy peaceful walks along its well-maintained footpaths, immersing themselves in the tranquility of nature. The woodland also offers opportunities for birdwatching, with species such as woodpeckers, nuthatches, and tawny owls commonly spotted.

Lanhill Clump is easily accessible, located near the village of Chippenham, and offers ample parking facilities for visitors. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Lanhill Clump is a hidden gem in Wiltshire, offering a sanctuary of natural beauty and a glimpse into the ancient woodlands that once covered much of the British Isles.

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Lanhill Clump Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.469174/-2.1747242 or Grid Reference ST8774. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Electricity near Chippenham

Anthony Parkes

Modern Milestone, Chippenham Without

Opposite a petrol station on the A420, Bristol Road. This is a replacement for the old milestone see ST8974 : Old Milestone by the A420, Bristol Road, west of Chippenham sometime between April 2021 & October 2021. Inscription: 7 Miles / To / Marshfield / 2 miles / To / Chippenham Milestone Society National ID: WI_CPMF02 R

Mr Red

Old Guide Stone by the A420, Bristol Road, Lanhill

Marshfield iron plate by the A420, in parish of Chippenham Without (North Wiltshire District), Bristol Road, Lanhill at junction with the B4039, on wide grass verge within apex of junction, now near The Long Stone - probably moved when the junction was changed. An earlier photograph can be found here Link. Inscription reads:- : {<-hand} TO MARSHFIELD AND BRISTOL.: : TO {HAND->} / CHIPPENHAM : : {<-HAND} TO / CHIPPENHAM : : TO YATTON KEYNELL, CRITTLETON. / BADMINTON AND SODBURY. {hand->} Carved bench mark and rivet on top of raised section. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1283421 Link

Milestone Society National ID: WI_CPMF02S

Kirsty Crew

The Green, Biddestone

The couple sitting on the bench are admiring the pond while to their left in the middle distance are the white painted walls of The White Horse

John Baker

The White Horse

The datestone above the entrance seems to indicate that this is a comparatively young building?

Stuart Logan

Biddestone Manor rear elevation

Parts of the house date from the 16th/17th C and are contemporary with the attendant dovecote and barns. Free use is made local stone but red brick and stone dressings were used in the 18th C modifications.

Stuart Logan

Biddestone duck pond

This pond is more significant than at first sight. Local records show that in 1661 a Mr Mountjoy made a gutter from the springs and put the water from the streets into a pond. The pond provided water for animals and steam engines. In it, wagon wheels were soaked during warm weather to expand their wood, thus preventing their iron tyres from getting loose.

Stuart Logan

Track to Starveall Farm

Situated in splendid isolation on Chippenham Lane this farm complex boasts grade II listed barns, a nearby Romano-British villa site and a small stream fed pond.

Stuart Logan