Blackton Foot Plantation

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

Blackton Foot Plantation

Tractor on moorland of Grey Carrs The tractor is part of a heather burning operation on the heather moorland, part of the management scheme for grouse shooting. Tractors are used to mow &#039;lanes&#039; around areas of heather to be burned, those lanes then act as firebreaks to contain the blaze. The tractor very likely has doubled wheels at the rear to spread its load on delicate ground. — Tractor on moorland of Grey Carrs Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Blackton Foot Plantation, located in Durham, is a sprawling woodland area known for its diverse range of plant species. Covering a vast expanse, the plantation is predominantly composed of dense woods and forests, offering a serene and picturesque landscape for visitors to explore.

One of the notable features of Blackton Foot Plantation is its rich biodiversity. The area is home to a wide variety of trees, including oak, ash, beech, and birch, among others. These trees provide a habitat for numerous animal species, making the plantation a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors may spot deer, rabbits, squirrels, and a plethora of bird species as they explore the plantation's trails.

Additionally, Blackton Foot Plantation offers several walking trails that wind through the woods, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. These trails are well-maintained and suitable for all levels of fitness, providing a fantastic opportunity for both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes.

The plantation also boasts a small lake, which adds to the overall charm of the area. The tranquil waters provide an ideal spot for fishing or simply enjoying a peaceful picnic by the shore.

Blackton Foot Plantation is a popular destination for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life of Durham. Its stunning woodlands, diverse flora and fauna, and well-maintained trails make it a must-visit location for anyone looking to reconnect with nature in this beautiful corner of the country.

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Blackton Foot Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.618475/-2.0145705 or Grid Reference NY9924. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tractor on moorland of Grey Carrs

The tractor is part of a heather burning operation on the heather moorland, part of the management scheme for grouse shooting. Tractors are used to mow 'lanes' around areas of heather to be burned, those lanes then act as firebreaks to contain the blaze. The tractor very likely has doubled wheels at the rear to spread its load on delicate ground.

Trevor Littlewood

Wall and grassy track climbing out of valley

The wall climbs to the north from the valley of the Blackton Beck. The run of knolls on the skyline are known as Knotts.

Trevor Littlewood

Nemour Hall

Nemour Hall appears in this image as a fairly modest house with a barn attached at the rear; it is in fact revealed to be a quite large building once the front comes into view.

Trevor Littlewood

Fields above B6278 near Eggleston

Eggleston with the B6278 can be seen at the left side of the image; the fields lie above the road on its north side. The distant high ground rises to Monk's Moor.

Trevor Littlewood

Junction of B classified roads outside Eggleston

The B6282 and the B6278 meet just east of the County Durham village of Eggleston. The blue and yellow road sign is characteristic of a style of signage introduced by County Durham some years ago.

Trevor Littlewood

Bleak moorland above Blackton Head

David Brown

Track on Grey Carrs

David Brown

Frozen track on Nemour Hill

David Brown

Track to Grey Carrs

Taken from just beyond the end of the public road, at the point where a rather esoteric public footpath turns south west to end at a random point of no destination. The more useful public right of way is the bridleway which starts up this track up Nemour Hill, and breaks out onto the open fell to cross the southern slopes of Grey Carrs. Although, as a bridleway, one has every right to pursue this route on a bike, it is not particularly enjoyable, being deeply rutted, boggy or deep in heather in various stages of the crossing.

Andy Waddington

Bullocks at West Barnley Farm

Anthony Parkes

Stobgreen plantation

Looking SE from position

Iain Macaulay

Middle Nemour and Stobgreen Plantation

Ken Crosby

Folly Bank : Eggleston

Looking south to Barnard Castle, Gatehouse on the left, Lowsons Garage centre.

Hugh Mortimer

Sheep Pens above Eggleston

Sheep in pens close to Blackton Beck on the moor above Eggleston.

Gordon Hatton

The way to Hamsterley

Bridleway across the moors leading to Hamsterley. This section is well surfaced, probably for the benefit of grouse shooting parties.

Gordon Hatton

Blackton Beck

View looking up Blackton Beck towards Blackton Head on Eggleston Common.

Peter McDermott

Road junction, Eggleston

Unusually, six B roads converge on Eggleston, although they do not all meet at one point - the B6278 Barnard Castle to Stanhope road intersects the B6282 Bishop Auckland to Middleton-in-Teesdale road; also converging on Eggleston are the B6279 from Darlington and the B6281 from Mickleton. This image shows Folly Bank designated as the B6278, but also carrying the B6282 for a short distance. Lowson's Garage Centre stands by the road.

Oliver Dixon