Flashet Plantation

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Flashet Plantation

National Cycle Track This is where the track to Studland leaves the minor road that runs between Corfe and Arne. — National Cycle Track Credit: Nigel Mykura

Flashet Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Dorset, England. Covering an extensive area, the plantation is known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The woodland is predominantly made up of a mixture of broadleaf and conifer trees, creating a rich and varied landscape.

The plantation offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The dense forest provides ample opportunities for hiking, walking, and wildlife spotting. Visitors can explore the numerous trails and pathways that wind through the plantation, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Flashet Plantation is home to a wide range of flora and fauna. Native species such as oak, beech, and birch trees dominate the landscape, providing a haven for woodland animals including deer, foxes, and various bird species. The plantation is also known for its vibrant wildflowers, which carpet the forest floor during the spring and summer months.

In addition to its natural beauty, Flashet Plantation has a rich history. Originally part of a larger estate, it has been managed for conservation purposes since the early 20th century. The woodland has been carefully maintained to preserve its ecological integrity and protect its unique biodiversity.

Overall, Flashet Plantation is a hidden gem in Dorset, offering visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the beauty of the British countryside. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or an adventurous hike, the woodland provides a peaceful and enriching environment for all who visit.

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Flashet Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.656645/-2.0306457 or Grid Reference SY9784. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

National Cycle Track

This is where the track to Studland leaves the minor road that runs between Corfe and Arne.

Nigel Mykura

Hartland Moor National Nature Reserve

View looking east towards Middlebere Heath

John Smitten

Brenscombe Outdoor Centre, Corfe Castle, Dorset

The centre offers a wide range of outdoor activities and farmhouse accommodation. Link

John Lamper

Wytch Lake Jetty

There are relatively few points of access to the southern (quiet) half of Poole Harbour. This is mainly because the harbour on this side is fractured into a series of inlets which have marshy banks. One access point however is just north of Wytch Farm, this jetty being reached across a reed bed at the end of a track. This arm of the sea, which is fed by the Corfe River, is known as Wytch Lake.

David Squire

Wytch Lake

Looking west (ie upstream) at high tide. After about 500 metres this arm of Poole Harbour narrows considerably to the point where it is fed by the Corfe River.

David Squire

Wytch Lake

Looking north west towards Poole which can just be made out in the distance.

David Squire

Wytch Farm

This typically rural view belies the fact that this is the farm that has given its name to the largest onshore oilfield in Europe.

David Squire

Wytch Heath

The path straight ahead is signed "Scotland" - not the northern part of Britain but a farm where old horse drawn carts and waggons are restored. To the right is Hartland Moor National Nature Reserve.

David Squire

Sharford Bridge

This ancient two arch stone packhorse bridge is the lowest crossing point of the Corfe River. Note the gates at each end.

David Squire

South Middlebere

This stretch of National Trust owned open space is on the south eastern flank of Hartland Moor National Nature Reserve.

David Squire

Scotland Farm

The Purbeck centre for the restoration of horse drawn carts and waggons.

David Squire

Corfe River Valley

A view looking south westwards across the Corfe River valley to the Purbeck Hills beyond.

David Squire

Old shepherd's mobile hut

Now used as a small hide overlooking the heath.

Hugh Venables

Forestry plantation, Rempstone Forest

Photo taken from the adjacent bridleway

Phil Champion

Bridleway over forest road, Rempstone Forest

Phil Champion

Bridleway, Rempstone Forest

This route crosses the north west corner of the square, from a track through forestry plantations to a road between enclosed fields, near a farm to the north of Bushey.

Phil Champion