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Barbones Plantation

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Barbones Plantation

Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S8910 This flush bracket can be found on the wall of the Infants School, Potterne. For more details see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm21288" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm21288">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>
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S8910 Credit: Peter Wood

Barbones Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Wiltshire, a county in southwestern England. Situated near the village of Wood, this sprawling forest covers an area of approximately 200 acres, offering a tranquil and serene escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The plantation is predominantly composed of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. Majestic oak, beech, and birch trees dominate the landscape, providing a dense canopy that filters sunlight and creates a cool, shaded environment below. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, providing a haven for various small creatures and insects.

Barbones Plantation is crisscrossed by a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. The trails wind through the forest, passing by babbling brooks, charming clearings, and hidden glades. The plantation is also home to a diverse array of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and an abundance of bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural beauty, Barbones Plantation offers several recreational amenities for visitors. There are picnic areas and benches strategically placed throughout the forest, providing the perfect spot for a leisurely lunch or a moment of quiet contemplation. The plantation is also equipped with well-maintained car parks and toilet facilities to ensure visitors have a comfortable experience.

Overall, Barbones Plantation in Wiltshire is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty, offering a respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether one seeks a peaceful stroll through the woods or an opportunity to observe and connect with nature, this woodland sanctuary provides an idyllic setting for all.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.321851/-2.0100675 or Grid Reference ST9958. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S8910 This flush bracket can be found on the wall of the Infants School, Potterne. For more details see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm21288" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm21288">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>
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S8910
This flush bracket can be found on the wall of the Infants School, Potterne. For more details see : LinkExternal link
St Mary the Virgin, Potterne Across the field to St Mary's, Potterne as seen from Furze Hill Lane - this view would have been familiar to earlier travellers when Furze Hill Lane was one of the main routes to and from Devizes.
St Mary the Virgin, Potterne
Across the field to St Mary's, Potterne as seen from Furze Hill Lane - this view would have been familiar to earlier travellers when Furze Hill Lane was one of the main routes to and from Devizes.
Footpath to Potterne from Rangebourne Although I attempted to walk this path is beat me into submission on account of the dreadful, wet, sloppy mud - the result of heavy rain and run off from the neighbouring pastureland. A case of wearing wellingtons rather than walking boots!
Footpath to Potterne from Rangebourne
Although I attempted to walk this path is beat me into submission on account of the dreadful, wet, sloppy mud - the result of heavy rain and run off from the neighbouring pastureland. A case of wearing wellingtons rather than walking boots!
View towards Furze Hill Lane The line of trees on the horizon mark an ancient route from the market town of Devizes south towards Potterne and then on to Salisbury - in regular use until the mid C18th. The council houses in the mid-distance mark the current main Salisbury road from Devizes.
View towards Furze Hill Lane
The line of trees on the horizon mark an ancient route from the market town of Devizes south towards Potterne and then on to Salisbury - in regular use until the mid C18th. The council houses in the mid-distance mark the current main Salisbury road from Devizes.
Furze Hill Lane
Furze Hill Lane
Furze Hill Lane
Furze Hill Lane
Furze Hill Lane looking towards Furze Hill Farm In the centre of the image are the two most westerly buildings of Furze Hill Farm
Furze Hill Lane looking towards Furze Hill Farm
In the centre of the image are the two most westerly buildings of Furze Hill Farm
Southern side of the Park Pale The park pale (the bounding bank around the old royal hunting park) is thoroughly overgrown. Here a ditch at the bottom of the park pale is filled with water
Southern side of the Park Pale
The park pale (the bounding bank around the old royal hunting park) is thoroughly overgrown. Here a ditch at the bottom of the park pale is filled with water
Overgrown Park Pale The park pale (the bounding bank of the old royal hunting park) is overgrown. In a late spring, the wood anemones have just come into flower whilst the bluebells show no sign yet of flowering.
Overgrown Park Pale
The park pale (the bounding bank of the old royal hunting park) is overgrown. In a late spring, the wood anemones have just come into flower whilst the bluebells show no sign yet of flowering.
View towards Rangebourne The line of path shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3320362">ST9959 : Footpath to Potterne from Rangebourne</a> is visible in this image as the fencing extending from the centre towards the right of the image. The houses shown towards the top of the image are located on the A360 Devizes Road
View towards Rangebourne
The line of path shown in ST9959 : Footpath to Potterne from Rangebourne is visible in this image as the fencing extending from the centre towards the right of the image. The houses shown towards the top of the image are located on the A360 Devizes Road
Potterne High Street looking north On the right of this picture is the most memorable house in the village, but the cottages beyond included the home of my great grandparents.
Potterne High Street looking north
On the right of this picture is the most memorable house in the village, but the cottages beyond included the home of my great grandparents.
Triangulation Pillar Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar on what is locally known as Black Dog Hill, near the village of Worton.
Triangulation Pillar
Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar on what is locally known as Black Dog Hill, near the village of Worton.
Dwellings in Back Lane, Worton Dwellings in Back Lane
Dwellings in Back Lane, Worton
Dwellings in Back Lane
Back Lane, steps to the orchard Old gate and stone steps lead to the orchard which would possibly be to the rear of Worton House.
Back Lane, steps to the orchard
Old gate and stone steps lead to the orchard which would possibly be to the rear of Worton House.
Entrance to a small piece of land disused View from Back Lane of the wide entrance to piece of land in a hollow which runs in a narrow length from the lane down to the stream. Old local people call this 'Bill Bantams'. Now overgrown the land has had various uses including keeping horses. At the top of the banked land to the right of the image, is an area which years ago was used as a burial ground for horses.
Entrance to a small piece of land disused
View from Back Lane of the wide entrance to piece of land in a hollow which runs in a narrow length from the lane down to the stream. Old local people call this 'Bill Bantams'. Now overgrown the land has had various uses including keeping horses. At the top of the banked land to the right of the image, is an area which years ago was used as a burial ground for horses.
Gooseberry Hill Known locally as Gooseberry Hill or "Goos-gog" Hill, the field enclose over the years has been made smaller to provide a fenced in footpath (left of image). The steepness of the hill gave people a sledging spot in snowy weather. Towards the right of the image the clump of trees marks a cattle watering spot in the stream and a footbridge.
Gooseberry Hill
Known locally as Gooseberry Hill or "Goos-gog" Hill, the field enclose over the years has been made smaller to provide a fenced in footpath (left of image). The steepness of the hill gave people a sledging spot in snowy weather. Towards the right of the image the clump of trees marks a cattle watering spot in the stream and a footbridge.
Gated access to footpath Galvanised metal gate leads down a narrow path to the High Street in Worton. This was previously a wooden stile.
Gated access to footpath
Galvanised metal gate leads down a narrow path to the High Street in Worton. This was previously a wooden stile.
Old orchard Land which used to be an orchard to the rear of dwellings. Know void of most of the trees.
Old orchard
Land which used to be an orchard to the rear of dwellings. Know void of most of the trees.
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Barbones Plantation is located at Grid Ref: ST9958 (Lat: 51.321851, Lng: -2.0100675)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Located within 500m of 51.321851,-2.0100675
Potterne
Is In: Wiltshire, England, UK
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.3255495/-2.006549
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 11:30
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: SN10 46
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.3254657/-2.008818
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Addr City: Devizes
Addr Country: GB
Addr County: Wiltshire
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Street: Blounts Court
Addr Village: Potterne
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 51.3230204/-2.006161
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Addr City: Devizes
Addr Country: GB
Lat/Long: 51.3250525/-2.0057817
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Building: guest house
Tourism: guest_house
Lat/Long: 51.3246398/-2.0137122
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Community Centre
Porch House
Source: survey
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 51.3250915/-2.0086508
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Fire Station
Potterne Support Offices
Operator: Dorset & WIltshire FRS
Lat/Long: 51.323462/-2.0155699
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Bus Stop
Potterne Porch House
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 4600WIA10410
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Porch House
Naptan Indicator: N-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: wilatajm
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 51.3252642/-2.0088433
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Bus Stop
Potterne Wick Terrace
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 4600WIA10408
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Wick Terrace
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan NaptanCode: wilatapt
Naptan Street: A360 Potterne Wick
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 51.3206199/-2.0070584
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Defibrillator
Emergency: defibrillator
Ref GB The Circuit: 64DBBDE3-3BCB-42A4-A2B3-AD73009B352E
Lat/Long: 51.32487/-2.0089469
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 09:00
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: SN10 8
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.3200065/-2.0035826
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: SN10 86D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.3229939/-2.0072985
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Bus Stop
Wick Terrace
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 4600WIA10409
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Wick Terrace
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan NaptanCode: wilatapm
Naptan Street: A360 Potterne Wick
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 51.3205489/-2.0071255
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