Black Wood Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Black Wood Plantation

Village street and green, Newsham The quiet village in a backwater off the A66 must have once been busy as a market would have been held on this green.
Village street and green, Newsham Credit: Gordon Hatton

Black Wood Plantation is a picturesque forest located in Yorkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is known for its dense and lush vegetation, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The plantation is situated in a secluded area, surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking views of the Yorkshire countryside.

The forest is predominantly composed of black wood trees, from which it derives its name. These trees, also known as ebony trees, are native to the region and are characterized by their dark bark and glossy leaves. The foliage is so thick in some areas that it creates an enchanting atmosphere, with dappled sunlight streaming through the canopy.

Visitors to Black Wood Plantation can explore a network of well-maintained trails that wind their way through the forest. These trails cater to different fitness levels and offer opportunities for leisurely walks or more challenging hikes. Along the paths, one can encounter a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, squirrels, and various bird species.

The plantation is also home to a small lake, nestled deep within its boundaries. This serene body of water adds to the tranquility of the surroundings and provides a habitat for fish and aquatic plants. It is a popular spot for fishing and picnicking, with designated areas for visitors to relax and enjoy the scenery.

Black Wood Plantation is a true gem in Yorkshire, offering visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the beauty of the English countryside. Whether one seeks solitude or adventure, this enchanting forest provides an idyllic escape from the bustle of everyday life.

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Village street and green, Newsham The quiet village in a backwater off the A66 must have once been busy as a market would have been held on this green.
Village street and green, Newsham
The quiet village in a backwater off the A66 must have once been busy as a market would have been held on this green.
Market Cross, Newsham The base of the cross is most likely the 16th century original, but it was restored in 1828 and again in 1935. The bench hides the block of granite into which are fixed the iron loops of the 1828 village stocks. Across the road the bus for Richmond has just arrived.
Market Cross, Newsham
The base of the cross is most likely the 16th century original, but it was restored in 1828 and again in 1935. The bench hides the block of granite into which are fixed the iron loops of the 1828 village stocks. Across the road the bus for Richmond has just arrived.
War Memorial, Newsham
War Memorial, Newsham
A house of local stone in Newsham
A house of local stone in Newsham
Old petrol pumps : Newsham Now another five years older than in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/145648">NZ1010 : Old Petrol Pumps : Newsham</a>, and looking the part!
Old petrol pumps : Newsham
Now another five years older than in NZ1010 : Old Petrol Pumps : Newsham, and looking the part!
Market Cross and stocks At Dalton junction in Newsham.
Market Cross and stocks
At Dalton junction in Newsham.
Market Cross, Newsham By the Barningham Road.
Market Cross, Newsham
By the Barningham Road.
West end of Newsham
West end of Newsham
Shooting hut beside Carter House Two buildings stand alongside a farm lane at the edge of Carter Allotment, one is Carter House, this shooting hut lies north of the house.
Shooting hut beside Carter House
Two buildings stand alongside a farm lane at the edge of Carter Allotment, one is Carter House, this shooting hut lies north of the house.
Buildings at Windsor Lodge A flowered hay field stands surrounded by rough pasture and moorland close to the buildings at Windsor Lodge.
Buildings at Windsor Lodge
A flowered hay field stands surrounded by rough pasture and moorland close to the buildings at Windsor Lodge.
Moor Lane Moor Lane near Crumma.
Moor Lane
Moor Lane near Crumma.
Harker Moss The bridleway crossing Harker Moss.
Harker Moss
The bridleway crossing Harker Moss.
Enclosure east of Cathaw Stoop Cathaw Stoop is a stone - boundary or direction giving - embedded into a wall beside a stile where a public footpath crosses into this enclosure. The path continues beside the wall on the left side of the 'field' which, unaccountably, is not classified as access land.
Enclosure east of Cathaw Stoop
Cathaw Stoop is a stone - boundary or direction giving - embedded into a wall beside a stile where a public footpath crosses into this enclosure. The path continues beside the wall on the left side of the 'field' which, unaccountably, is not classified as access land.
Water tank. Water tank on top of unnamed hill overlooking Dalton near Richmond, North Yorks. For years I've seen this from the A66 thinking it to be a large cairn of some significance, only to find this instead. Still, the views to the North and East are excellent.
Water tank.
Water tank on top of unnamed hill overlooking Dalton near Richmond, North Yorks. For years I've seen this from the A66 thinking it to be a large cairn of some significance, only to find this instead. Still, the views to the North and East are excellent.
Gates at entry to Barningham Park A public footpath enters Barningham Park at its east side through one of the gates here - presumably the less grand one! The monument mounted in the wall commemorates the building of the wall, the creation of the deer park and the planting of trees between 1857 and 1859. Also mentioned is the erection of a model farm in 1863. All of these works were 'Designed and Executed by Augustus Sussex Milbank'... bet he had some help!
Gates at entry to Barningham Park
A public footpath enters Barningham Park at its east side through one of the gates here - presumably the less grand one! The monument mounted in the wall commemorates the building of the wall, the creation of the deer park and the planting of trees between 1857 and 1859. Also mentioned is the erection of a model farm in 1863. All of these works were 'Designed and Executed by Augustus Sussex Milbank'... bet he had some help!
Minor road near Carter House A minor road with wide verges between dry stone walls.
(Carter House is a shooting hut beside a barn in enclosures to the left side of the image and not in view.)
Minor road near Carter House
A minor road with wide verges between dry stone walls. (Carter House is a shooting hut beside a barn in enclosures to the left side of the image and not in view.)
Crumma Plantation The rough road in the image has that curious status of 'other route with public access'! The wall marks part of the northern limit of the MOD  Feldom Range and entry is unwelcome. The trees of Crumma Plantation are also within the range.
Crumma Plantation
The rough road in the image has that curious status of 'other route with public access'! The wall marks part of the northern limit of the MOD Feldom Range and entry is unwelcome. The trees of Crumma Plantation are also within the range.
Western Edge of Crumma Plantation A field with rough grazing bounds the western edge of the plantation. There's a military presence hereabouts - the prominent white stump on the grassy rise is the remains of a flagstaff.
Western Edge of Crumma Plantation
A field with rough grazing bounds the western edge of the plantation. There's a military presence hereabouts - the prominent white stump on the grassy rise is the remains of a flagstaff.
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Black Wood Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NZ0908 (Lat: 54.473172, Lng: -1.8562914)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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