Kidney Clump

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Kidney Clump

Drax wall and Stag Gate, Charborough Park Part of the long wall around the deer park, and a rear view of the stag on the top of the gateway
Drax wall and Stag Gate, Charborough Park Credit: David Smith

Kidney Clump is a small woodland area located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated near the town of Wareham, this forested area spans approximately 10 acres and is known for its diverse range of trees and wildlife.

The woodland at Kidney Clump primarily consists of deciduous trees such as oak, ash, and beech, which provide a picturesque and serene atmosphere. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of flora, including bluebells, primroses, and ferns, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

The forest is crisscrossed with well-maintained walking trails, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. These trails offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside, as well as opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting. Visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, and various bird species, including woodpeckers and owls.

Kidney Clump is also home to a small pond, which attracts a range of aquatic wildlife, such as frogs, newts, and dragonflies. This tranquil water feature adds to the overall biodiversity of the area and provides a peaceful spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings.

The woodland at Kidney Clump is managed by the local authorities to ensure its preservation and sustainability. It is open to the public throughout the year, with no entrance fee required. Visitors are encouraged to respect the environment and follow any guidelines or restrictions put in place to protect the flora and fauna of this beautiful woodland area.

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Kidney Clump Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.782553/-2.1142758 or Grid Reference SY9298. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Drax wall and Stag Gate, Charborough Park Part of the long wall around the deer park, and a rear view of the stag on the top of the gateway
Drax wall and Stag Gate, Charborough Park
Part of the long wall around the deer park, and a rear view of the stag on the top of the gateway
Farm buildings at East Almer Farm
Farm buildings at East Almer Farm
Main entrance to Charborough Park at Almer
Main entrance to Charborough Park at Almer
St Mary's Church, Almer
St Mary's Church, Almer
Benchmark on St Mary's Church, Almer Ordnance Survey benchmark, described on database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm53454" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm53454">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>. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5129860">SY9198 : St Mary's Church, Almer</a>.
Benchmark on St Mary's Church, Almer
Ordnance Survey benchmark, described on database at LinkExternal link. See also SY9198 : St Mary's Church, Almer.
Stag Gate, Charborough Park Here is the Charborough Park website summary <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WM9XB5_The_Stag_on_The_Stag_Gate_Charborough_Park_Dorset_UK" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WM9XB5_The_Stag_on_The_Stag_Gate_Charborough_Park_Dorset_UK">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>
Stag Gate, Charborough Park
Here is the Charborough Park website summary LinkExternal link
Stag Gate, Charborough Park
Stag Gate, Charborough Park
The A31, Marsh Bridge
The A31, Marsh Bridge
The A31, Marsh Bridge
The A31, Marsh Bridge
Gatehouse at The Kennels, Almer
Gatehouse at The Kennels, Almer
The A31 at Stag Gate
The A31 at Stag Gate
Old Milestone by the A31, east of Winterborne Zelston Metal plate attached to stone post by the A31, in parish of WINTERBORNE ZELSTON (NORTH DORSET District), East of Winterborne Zelston, at junction of A31 and exit road from Worlds End Pub, on South side of road. Dorset 2 (limestone), erected by the Puddletown & Wimborne turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
DORCHESTER
15
WIMBORNE
7

Grade II Listed. List Entry Number:1304591
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304591" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304591">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: DO_DOWB15.
Old Milestone by the A31, east of Winterborne Zelston
Metal plate attached to stone post by the A31, in parish of WINTERBORNE ZELSTON (NORTH DORSET District), East of Winterborne Zelston, at junction of A31 and exit road from Worlds End Pub, on South side of road. Dorset 2 (limestone), erected by the Puddletown & Wimborne turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- DORCHESTER 15 WIMBORNE 7 Grade II Listed. List Entry Number:1304591 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOWB15.
Old Other Stone on East Almer Lodge, Charborough Park, Sturminster Marshall Commemorative Marker by the A31, in parish of Sturminster Marshall (East Dorset District), Charborough Park, East Almer Lodge, set back from road.

Inscription reads:-
This Road from Wimborne to Dorchester was projected
and completed through the instrumentality of
J S W SAWBRIDGE ERLE DRAX Esq MP
in the Years 1811 and 1812. 

The lodge is Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1249743 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1249743" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1249743">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>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOWB16cm
Old Other Stone on East Almer Lodge, Charborough Park, Sturminster Marshall
Commemorative Marker by the A31, in parish of Sturminster Marshall (East Dorset District), Charborough Park, East Almer Lodge, set back from road. Inscription reads:- This Road from Wimborne to Dorchester was projected and completed through the instrumentality of J S W SAWBRIDGE ERLE DRAX Esq MP in the Years 1811 and 1812. The lodge is Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1249743 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOWB16cm
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by the B3075, Damsons Cross Annulus and bar finial - 3 arms; Dorset halo with NGR by the UC road, in parish of Morden (Purbeck District), Damsons Cross, at Y-junction with UC road to West Morden.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9196
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by the B3075, Damsons Cross
Annulus and bar finial - 3 arms; Dorset halo with NGR by the UC road, in parish of Morden (Purbeck District), Damsons Cross, at Y-junction with UC road to West Morden. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9196
East Almer Toll House Toll House by the A31, in the parish of Morden (Purbeck District), East Almer Lodge, World's End, DT11.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO.MOR
East Almer Toll House
Toll House by the A31, in the parish of Morden (Purbeck District), East Almer Lodge, World's End, DT11. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO.MOR
Stag Gate, Charborough Park
Stag Gate, Charborough Park
Direction Sign – Signpost on the B3075 in Morden parish Located on the north side of the T junction of the B3075 and Colehill Road in Morden parish. 3 arms and cap finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/294654" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/294654">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9197
Direction Sign – Signpost on the B3075 in Morden parish
Located on the north side of the T junction of the B3075 and Colehill Road in Morden parish. 3 arms and cap finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9197
Direction Sign – Signpost on Colehill Road in Morden parish Located on the southwest side of the Y junction of Colehill Road and East Morden Drove in Morden parish. 3 arms and annulus finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1848135" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1848135">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9197A
Direction Sign – Signpost on Colehill Road in Morden parish
Located on the southwest side of the Y junction of Colehill Road and East Morden Drove in Morden parish. 3 arms and annulus finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9197A
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Kidney Clump is located at Grid Ref: SY9298 (Lat: 50.782553, Lng: -2.1142758)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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