New Town Plantation

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

New Town Plantation

Knook Military Camp
Knook Military Camp Credit: Anthony Parkes

New Town Plantation, located in Wiltshire, England, is a picturesque woodland area known for its serene and natural beauty. Spanning over acres of land, this plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The plantation is predominantly covered with various species of trees, forming a dense forest canopy that provides a serene environment for both flora and fauna. The wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and a variety of bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

Walking through the plantation, visitors can explore the well-maintained footpaths and trails that meander through the forest, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings. The plantation also features picnic areas and benches, providing the perfect opportunity for visitors to relax and enjoy a picnic amidst nature's beauty.

New Town Plantation is not only a recreational area but also plays a vital role in ecological preservation. The woodland acts as a carbon sink, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, and contributing to efforts in combating climate change. Additionally, the plantation is managed sustainably, with regular tree planting and maintenance programs to ensure its long-term ecological health.

With its stunning natural scenery and abundant wildlife, New Town Plantation in Wiltshire offers a serene and rejuvenating experience for nature lovers and provides a valuable contribution to environmental conservation.

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New Town Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.18547/-2.1136977 or Grid Reference ST9242. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Knook Military Camp
Knook Military Camp
Knook Camp
Knook Camp
Lane to Heytesbury
Lane to Heytesbury
Heytesbury - Parish Church St Peter & St Paul's Church, a grand former collegiate pile.
Heytesbury - Parish Church
St Peter & St Paul's Church, a grand former collegiate pile.
Heytesbury - Red Lion Friendly pub with a large riverside beer garden, sited at the west end of the High Street.
Heytesbury - Red Lion
Friendly pub with a large riverside beer garden, sited at the west end of the High Street.
Heytesbury - Post Office The PO is one of the village hubs and also houses a small general store.
Heytesbury - Post Office
The PO is one of the village hubs and also houses a small general store.
Heytesbury - Mill Street Quiet lane with old thatched cottages, south of the High Street.
Heytesbury - Mill Street
Quiet lane with old thatched cottages, south of the High Street.
Heytesbury - Hospital of St John Historic (built post 1765) almshouses at the east end of the High Street.
Heytesbury - Hospital of St John
Historic (built post 1765) almshouses at the east end of the High Street.
Heytesbury - The Angel Inn Historic pub at the east end of the High Street.
Heytesbury - The Angel Inn
Historic pub at the east end of the High Street.
Heytesbury - Font Victorian font (restored 1864-67) of coloured marble inside the parish church, St Peter & St Paul.
Heytesbury - Font
Victorian font (restored 1864-67) of coloured marble inside the parish church, St Peter & St Paul.
Heytesbury Church - Stained Glass Windows within the parish church, St Peter & StPaul.
Heytesbury Church - Stained Glass
Windows within the parish church, St Peter & StPaul.
Heytesbury Church - Memorial Moore family memorial, 1623, inside the parish church of St Peter & St Paul.
Heytesbury Church - Memorial
Moore family memorial, 1623, inside the parish church of St Peter & St Paul.
A36 towards Bath Bypassing Warminster.
A36 towards Bath
Bypassing Warminster.
Heytesbury Road
Heytesbury Road
Direction Sign – Signpost in Tytherington Located on the northwest side of a T junction in Tytherington, opposite St James church. Heytesbury parish. 3 arms and pyramid top finial. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6578194" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6578194">Link</a> for a photo before it was refurbished.

Milestone Society National ID: WI_ST9141
Direction Sign – Signpost in Tytherington
Located on the northwest side of a T junction in Tytherington, opposite St James church. Heytesbury parish. 3 arms and pyramid top finial. See Link for a photo before it was refurbished. Milestone Society National ID: WI_ST9141
Ford at Heytesbury A video of this ford at Heytesbury can be viewed at:
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://youtu.be/qnUY_8u5kaA" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://youtu.be/qnUY_8u5kaA">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>
Ford at Heytesbury
A video of this ford at Heytesbury can be viewed at: LinkExternal link
Old Milepost by High Street, Heytesbury Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of NORTON BAVANT (WEST WILTSHIRE District), High Street; Heytesbury; 100m East of A350 roundabout on bend, by the road, on South side of road. C&M Classical iron casting, erected by the Warminster turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
SALISBURY
18
WARMINSTER
3
Maker:-
Carson and Miller

Grade II listed. 
List Entry Number: 1036421 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036421" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036421">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_SAWM18.
Old Milepost by High Street, Heytesbury
Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of NORTON BAVANT (WEST WILTSHIRE District), High Street; Heytesbury; 100m East of A350 roundabout on bend, by the road, on South side of road. C&M Classical iron casting, erected by the Warminster turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- SALISBURY 18 WARMINSTER 3 Maker:- Carson and Miller Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1036421 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: WI_SAWM18.
Old Milepost by Park Street, Heytesbury parish Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of HEYTESBURY (WEST WILTSHIRE District), Park Street; Heytesbury; 100m West of junction with the A350, in blocked-off pedestrian section of road, on South side of road. C&M Classical iron casting, erected by the Warminster turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
SALISBURY
17
WARMINSTER
4

Grade II listed. 
List Entry Number: 1364352 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1364352" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1364352">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_SAWM17.
Old Milepost by Park Street, Heytesbury parish
Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of HEYTESBURY (WEST WILTSHIRE District), Park Street; Heytesbury; 100m West of junction with the A350, in blocked-off pedestrian section of road, on South side of road. C&M Classical iron casting, erected by the Warminster turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- SALISBURY 17 WARMINSTER 4 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1364352 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: WI_SAWM17.
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New Town Plantation is located at Grid Ref: ST9242 (Lat: 51.18547, Lng: -2.1136977)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.18547,-2.1136977
Cotley Hill
Ele: 193
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.1885799/-2.1158031
Archaeological Site: tumulus
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 51.1865906/-2.1169545
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:00; Sa 11:15
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: BA12 16
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.1825281/-2.1094684
Pub
The Red Lion
Lat/Long: 51.1824623/-2.1101823
Post Office
Heytesbury Post Office
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: BA12 0EA
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/2132222/heytesbury
Ref Pol Id: 96297
Lat/Long: 51.1824562/-2.1099398
Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1844162/-2.1100354
Historic: memorial
Memorial: war_memorial
Lat/Long: 51.1825138/-2.1084895
Historic: milestone
Lat/Long: 51.1845868/-2.1184566
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.1811017/-2.1120089
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.183274/-2.1188539
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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