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Catchwater Plantation

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

Catchwater Plantation

Winter sunshine on Wolsingham Park Moor
Winter sunshine on Wolsingham Park Moor Credit: Oliver Dixon

Catchwater Plantation is a picturesque woodland situated in Durham, England. Nestled within the sprawling countryside, this plantation boasts a diverse range of trees and flora, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The plantation covers a vast area, with its dense forest covering approximately 500 acres.

The woodland at Catchwater Plantation is predominantly composed of native species such as oak, beech, and birch trees, which create a stunning canopy of green throughout the seasons. These trees provide a habitat for numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and finches, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Traversing through the plantation, visitors can also find a network of well-maintained walking trails, offering the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area. The paths wind through the woodland, providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape and glimpses of wildlife along the way.

Catchwater Plantation is also home to a variety of wildflowers, adding vibrant pops of color to the forest floor. Bluebells, primroses, and foxgloves are just a few examples of the flora that can be spotted during the spring and summer months.

For those seeking a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, Catchwater Plantation offers a serene retreat. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or a chance to immerse oneself in the wonders of nature, this woodland sanctuary has something to offer to everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.773782/-1.9324259 or Grid Reference NZ0442. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Winter sunshine on Wolsingham Park Moor
Winter sunshine on Wolsingham Park Moor
Shooting box on Weather Law, Wolsingham Park Moor The moors above Weardale are much given over to grouse shooting. This shooting box is quite a modest establishment. The further hut contains a single table and chair. The nearer shed probably houses a loo, but I didn't investigate!
Shooting box on Weather Law, Wolsingham Park Moor
The moors above Weardale are much given over to grouse shooting. This shooting box is quite a modest establishment. The further hut contains a single table and chair. The nearer shed probably houses a loo, but I didn't investigate!
Sheepfold on Wolsingham Park Moor Non-traditional - the fold is enclosed by fences, not stone walls.
Sheepfold on Wolsingham Park Moor
Non-traditional - the fold is enclosed by fences, not stone walls.
Track on Wolsingham Park Moor
Track on Wolsingham Park Moor
Moorland near Catchwater Plantation Looking towards the valley of the Tunstall Burn. The valley containing the Tunstall Reservoir lies in the distance.
Moorland near Catchwater Plantation
Looking towards the valley of the Tunstall Burn. The valley containing the Tunstall Reservoir lies in the distance.
Moorland burn near the Catchwater Plantation Looking towards the valley of the Tunstall Burn.
Moorland burn near the Catchwater Plantation
Looking towards the valley of the Tunstall Burn.
Leat feeding the Waskerley Reservoir This leat runs for over 2 km from the Tunstall Burn, capturing the water from that and several other burns which would otherwise drain into the Waskerley Beck below the dam of the Reservoir.
Leat feeding the Waskerley Reservoir
This leat runs for over 2 km from the Tunstall Burn, capturing the water from that and several other burns which would otherwise drain into the Waskerley Beck below the dam of the Reservoir.
Boundary wall and fence, Wolsingham Park Moor This stout fence, which proved to be particularly difficult to cross, reinforces the wall and is presumably the boundary of the Wolsingham Park Moor, one of the grouse moors above Weardale.
Boundary wall and fence, Wolsingham Park Moor
This stout fence, which proved to be particularly difficult to cross, reinforces the wall and is presumably the boundary of the Wolsingham Park Moor, one of the grouse moors above Weardale.
Catchwater Plantation, Wolsingham Park Moor Presumably so-called because it is near the leat which captures the Tunstall Beck and other streams and diverts them into the Tunstall Reservoir.
Catchwater Plantation, Wolsingham Park Moor
Presumably so-called because it is near the leat which captures the Tunstall Beck and other streams and diverts them into the Tunstall Reservoir.
Valley of the Waskerley Beck The plantation by the Waskerley Reservoir <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ0244">NZ0244</a> can be seen in the distance.
Valley of the Waskerley Beck
The plantation by the Waskerley Reservoir NZ0244 can be seen in the distance.
Hole in the wall, above Waskerley Beck
Hole in the wall, above Waskerley Beck
Moorland track, north of Slateyford Plantation Looking eastwards across the valley of the Waskerley Burn. Saltersgate Plantation <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ0743">NZ0743</a> stands on the skyline.
Moorland track, north of Slateyford Plantation
Looking eastwards across the valley of the Waskerley Burn. Saltersgate Plantation NZ0743 stands on the skyline.
Cat Beck Cat Beck lies across the valley of the Waskerley Beck. On the skyline is Parkhead Plantation, once much more extensive than it is now, according to the 1940s map.
Cat Beck
Cat Beck lies across the valley of the Waskerley Beck. On the skyline is Parkhead Plantation, once much more extensive than it is now, according to the 1940s map.
Boggy moorland above Waskerley Beck This area once formed part of the Parkhead Plantation which was much more extensive than it is now according to the 1940s map. Slateyford and Catchwater Plantations <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ0442">NZ0442</a> can be seen on the horizon.
Boggy moorland above Waskerley Beck
This area once formed part of the Parkhead Plantation which was much more extensive than it is now according to the 1940s map. Slateyford and Catchwater Plantations NZ0442 can be seen on the horizon.
Farm west of Tunstall Reservoir
Farm west of Tunstall Reservoir
Rough Allotment Plantation Rough Allotment Plantation lies above and to the west of Tunstall Reservoir which is in the valley of the Waskerley Beck; here, it's seen from the edge of access land where an estate road enters the enclosure to the south of the plantation.
Rough Allotment Plantation
Rough Allotment Plantation lies above and to the west of Tunstall Reservoir which is in the valley of the Waskerley Beck; here, it's seen from the edge of access land where an estate road enters the enclosure to the south of the plantation.
Barn Above Tunstall Burn This barn lies at the edge of moorland and is presumably disused - there are no doors.
Barn Above Tunstall Burn
This barn lies at the edge of moorland and is presumably disused - there are no doors.
Catchwater Plantation Catchwater Plantation is so-called presumably as a leet, created to capture water from streams and deliver it to Waskerley Reservoir (built 1877) passes through its trees. That leet is now superfluous (and has been for some time), as downstream from Waskerley Reservoir there is now Tunstall Reservoir (built 1879) which captures all of the water that was originally directed to the other one.
Catchwater Plantation
Catchwater Plantation is so-called presumably as a leet, created to capture water from streams and deliver it to Waskerley Reservoir (built 1877) passes through its trees. That leet is now superfluous (and has been for some time), as downstream from Waskerley Reservoir there is now Tunstall Reservoir (built 1879) which captures all of the water that was originally directed to the other one.
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Catchwater Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NZ0442 (Lat: 54.773782, Lng: -1.9324259)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

What 3 Words

///rekindle.prickly.adjuster. Near Wolsingham, Co. Durham

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