West Plantation

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

West Plantation

Haybales near Ruffside Hall
Haybales near Ruffside Hall Credit: Oliver Dixon

West Plantation is a charming residential neighborhood located in Durham, North Carolina. Nestled within the larger Wood and Forest communities, this idyllic neighborhood offers a peaceful and family-friendly environment.

The homes in West Plantation are predominantly single-family houses, each showcasing unique architectural designs. The neighborhood features a mix of traditional and contemporary styles, providing residents with a diverse selection of housing options. The well-maintained yards and tree-lined streets create a picturesque atmosphere, adding to the neighborhood's appeal.

Residents of West Plantation benefit from the area's convenient location. The neighborhood is situated near major roads, including Highway 501 and Interstate 85, providing easy access to other parts of Durham and the surrounding areas. Various amenities can be found nearby, such as shopping centers, restaurants, and recreational facilities, ensuring that residents have everything they need within reach.

West Plantation is also known for its strong sense of community. Neighbors often come together for social events and activities, fostering a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The neighborhood association plays an active role in organizing community events and maintaining the overall well-being of the neighborhood.

Families with children will appreciate the proximity to quality educational institutions. Several well-regarded schools, both public and private, are located in the vicinity, ensuring that children receive an excellent education.

Overall, West Plantation offers a tranquil and tight-knit community, making it an ideal place to call home for individuals and families seeking a peaceful suburban lifestyle in Durham.

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West Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.853921/-2.0238308 or Grid Reference NY9851. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Haybales near Ruffside Hall
Haybales near Ruffside Hall
Barn near Ruffside Hall
Barn near Ruffside Hall
Ruffside Wooden barns near Ruffside.
Ruffside
Wooden barns near Ruffside.
View of Paradise Farm from the east This farm stands beside the Blanchland to Edmundbyers road, in some lovely countryside south of the Derwent Reservoir. Seems to date from the earlier part of the 20th century.
View of Paradise Farm from the east
This farm stands beside the Blanchland to Edmundbyers road, in some lovely countryside south of the Derwent Reservoir. Seems to date from the earlier part of the 20th century.
Looking east along the B6306 This is the country road that runs between Blanchland and Edmundbyers, south of the Derwent Reservoir. View is from east of Paradise Farm, where the roads bends south.
Looking east along the B6306
This is the country road that runs between Blanchland and Edmundbyers, south of the Derwent Reservoir. View is from east of Paradise Farm, where the roads bends south.
Road east of Ruffside Old maps show this named as 'Roughside'.
Road east of Ruffside
Old maps show this named as 'Roughside'.
Bridleway around Swandale head
Bridleway around Swandale head
Heather moorland near College Edge College Edge is a location on the nearby slope, (to the left and below in the image), where the steepness of the ground eases; it lies to the north of the valley of Burnhope Burn.
The high point of the distant moorland ridge is Horseshoe Hill.
Heather moorland near College Edge
College Edge is a location on the nearby slope, (to the left and below in the image), where the steepness of the ground eases; it lies to the north of the valley of Burnhope Burn. The high point of the distant moorland ridge is Horseshoe Hill.
Hill road and bridleway above Swandale The bridleway is heading east towards Edmundbyers; Swandale lies to the right, out of the image.
Stoterley Hill is in seen in the distance.
Hill road and bridleway above Swandale
The bridleway is heading east towards Edmundbyers; Swandale lies to the right, out of the image. Stoterley Hill is in seen in the distance.
Rocks along sparsely vegetated rib of ground Close to the village of Edmundbyers, low heather is growing along a minor ridge of ground with scattered angular rocks. The shallow-angled moorland cones in the distance are not named on OS maps but are where Matt's Sheepfold is located.
Rocks along sparsely vegetated rib of ground
Close to the village of Edmundbyers, low heather is growing along a minor ridge of ground with scattered angular rocks. The shallow-angled moorland cones in the distance are not named on OS maps but are where Matt's Sheepfold is located.
Path junction in High Banks Plantation A path has descended from the B6306 to fork at this location in woodland close to Blanchland. The image was made a little over ten years after an earlier one of the same scene: little has changed! <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2475487" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2475487">Link</a>
Path junction in High Banks Plantation
A path has descended from the B6306 to fork at this location in woodland close to Blanchland. The image was made a little over ten years after an earlier one of the same scene: little has changed! Link
Field on east side of B6306 The field descends towards the River Derwent south-west of the Derwent Reservoir.
The ground beyond the valley rises to the moorland of Bainbridge Hill and Ruffside Moor.
Field on east side of B6306
The field descends towards the River Derwent south-west of the Derwent Reservoir. The ground beyond the valley rises to the moorland of Bainbridge Hill and Ruffside Moor.
B6306 towards Blanchland
B6306 towards Blanchland
B6306, Derwentdale Towards Blanchland.
B6306, Derwentdale
Towards Blanchland.
Sheep grazing, Derwentdale Towards Derwent Reservoir.
Sheep grazing, Derwentdale
Towards Derwent Reservoir.
B6306, Derwentdale Towards Blanchland.
B6306, Derwentdale
Towards Blanchland.
Plantation, Derwentdale
Plantation, Derwentdale
Grazing, Derwentdale
Grazing, Derwentdale
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West Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NY9851 (Lat: 54.853921, Lng: -2.0238308)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.853921,-2.0238308
Ruffside Moor
Natural: heath
Lat/Long: 54.8517737/-2.017495
Bus Stop
Derwent Reservoir West End
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001079B
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Derwent Reservoir West End
Naptan Indicator: north east bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: duradagm
Naptan Notes: B6306- at junction with unamed road- SW of Ruffside- between Blanchland and Edmundbyers.
Naptan Street: B6306
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8541064/-2.0274141
Bus Stop
Derwent Reservoir West End
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001079F
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Derwent Reservoir West End
Naptan Indicator: south west bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: duradagp
Naptan Notes: B6306- at junction with unamed road- SW of Ruffside- between Blanchland and Edmundbyers.
Naptan Street: B6306
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8540345/-2.027305
Hunting Stand
Hunting Stand: grouse_butt
Lat/Long: 54.8515268/-2.020897
Hunting Stand
Hunting Stand: grouse_butt
Lat/Long: 54.8511145/-2.0204437
Hunting Stand
Hunting Stand: grouse_butt
Lat/Long: 54.8507208/-2.0200387
Hunting Stand
Hunting Stand: grouse_butt
Lat/Long: 54.8503903/-2.0196739
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