Lion Lodge Wood

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Lion Lodge Wood

Thatched cottage on Back Lane
Thatched cottage on Back Lane Credit: JThomas

Lion Lodge Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Spanning over several acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The woodland is situated near the village of Bere Regis, nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush landscapes of the area.

The wood is known for its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and ash trees, which create a vibrant and colorful canopy throughout the year. The forest floor is covered in a rich carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and moss, adding to the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Lion Lodge Wood offers a variety of walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting wilderness. These trails cater to all levels of hikers, from leisurely strolls to more challenging treks. Along the way, visitors may come across a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species.

The woodland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, providing a habitat for numerous species. Several rare and protected plant species can be found within the wood, making it an important ecological site.

Visitors can enjoy a peaceful and tranquil experience in Lion Lodge Wood, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The wood offers a sense of serenity and connection with nature, making it an ideal spot for picnics, photography, or simply unwinding amidst the natural surroundings.

Overall, Lion Lodge Wood in Dorset is a scenic and diverse woodland that offers an immersive experience for nature enthusiasts, providing a serene retreat from the modern world.

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Lion Lodge Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.78834/-2.088868 or Grid Reference SY9398. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thatched cottage on Back Lane
Thatched cottage on Back Lane
Back Lane
Back Lane
Thatched cottage on King's Street
Thatched cottage on King's Street
The eastern end of Charborough Park wall The famous wall of the deer park, beside the A31, one of the longest brick walls in England
The eastern end of Charborough Park wall
The famous wall of the deer park, beside the A31, one of the longest brick walls in England
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
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
Roundabout on the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Roundabout on the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Woodland by the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Woodland by the A31, Sturminster Marshall
The A31 at Stag Gate
The A31 at Stag Gate
The entrance to Vines Close Farm
The entrance to Vines Close Farm
Vines Close Farm
Vines Close Farm
Old Milestone by the A350, south east of Sturminster Marshall Carved stone post by the A350, in parish of STURMINSTER MARSHALL (EAST DORSET District), Blandford Road, 160m North of cross-roads with Station Road, in front of Burton Lux, against hedge by a row of bungalows, on West side of road. Dorset 3 (limestone), erected by the Blandford & Poole turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
POOLE
8
BLANDFORD
6   

Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF08.
Old Milestone by the A350, south east of Sturminster Marshall
Carved stone post by the A350, in parish of STURMINSTER MARSHALL (EAST DORSET District), Blandford Road, 160m North of cross-roads with Station Road, in front of Burton Lux, against hedge by a row of bungalows, on West side of road. Dorset 3 (limestone), erected by the Blandford & Poole turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- POOLE 8 BLANDFORD 6 Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF08.
Old Boundary Marker by the A31, Poole Road, Sturminster Marshall parish Turnpike Terminus Marker by the A350, in parish of Sturminster Marshall (East Dorset District), 500m south of Sturminster Marshall, centre of the roundabout where the A350 crosses the A31.

Inscription reads:-
: POOLE / TRUST : : BLAND- / -FORD / TRUST :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF06t
Old Boundary Marker by the A31, Poole Road, Sturminster Marshall parish
Turnpike Terminus Marker by the A350, in parish of Sturminster Marshall (East Dorset District), 500m south of Sturminster Marshall, centre of the roundabout where the A350 crosses the A31. Inscription reads:- : POOLE / TRUST : : BLAND- / -FORD / TRUST : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF06t
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
Stag Gate, Charborough Park
Stag Gate, Charborough Park
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Lion Lodge Wood is located at Grid Ref: SY9398 (Lat: 50.78834, Lng: -2.088868)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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Material: wood
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