Dolly Pasture Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Dolly Pasture Plantation

Village sign, Marrick The sign is surrounded with daffodils. — Village sign, Marrick Credit: Maigheach-gheal

Dolly Pasture Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. Situated near the village of Wood, this forested area is a haven of natural beauty and tranquility. Covering an expansive area, the plantation offers a diverse habitat for various plant and animal species.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of large deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees create a shaded and cool environment, especially during the hot summer months. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, showcasing a vibrant array of colors.

Dolly Pasture Plantation is renowned for its extensive network of walking trails, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The well-maintained paths wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the plantation's hidden treasures and encounter wildlife along the way. Deer, foxes, and various bird species can often be spotted amidst the trees, adding to the area's natural charm.

The plantation also serves as an important conservation site, with efforts made to protect and preserve the woodland ecosystem. Local conservation organizations regularly monitor the area to ensure the sustainability of the flora and fauna.

Overall, Dolly Pasture Plantation is a captivating woodland retreat that offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Its lush vegetation, scenic trails, and diverse wildlife make it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking solace in the beauty of the natural world.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.365336/-1.8898335 or Grid Reference SE0796. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Village sign, Marrick

The sign is surrounded with daffodils.

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Moss covered wall, Marrick

Moss is a small green plant, rarely more than a few inches high, which grows anywhere not overshadowed by taller vegetation or perpetually dry. There are more than 600 species in the British Isles, growing on rocks and walls, in woodlands and on tree trunks and branches. They are important pioneers of rock surfaces, holding moisture in their leaves and building up humus in which the seeds of flowering plants can germinate. There are two alternating generations in the life cycle of moss. The plant itself carries male and female organs. After fertilisation, these produce a capsule. Stalk and capsule together form an asexual, spore-bearing generation. The spores produced are capable of germinating into a new plant. Mosses also reproduce vegetatively, by small pieces breaking off and growing into a new plant. As they are rootless and tend to get their nutrients from water running over or through them they are nearly always short.

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Lungwort, Marrick

The plant is to be found growing against the wall in SE0798 : Moss covered wall, Marrick Lungwort in some regions was called "Herb of Mary", and was said to be used as proof for revealing if a person was a witch. In the past, many wild flowers and herbs were associated with the Virgin Mary and St. Bridget, and all of them were worn or used as a protection against witches and evil spirits. Lungwort has a variety of folk names, amongst them are Soldiers and Sailors, Lung Moss (not to be confused with actual lungmoss), Spotted Dog, Joseph and Mary, and Bethlehem Sage. It is also called Mary's Tears because the white spots on the leaves resemble tear stains, and the changing colour of the flowers from pink to blue represent blue eyes becoming reddened from weeping.

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