Comb Hill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Comb Hill Plantation

Snowdrops, Great Barrington South of St Mary's church, the churchyard is almost entirely filled with snowdrops.
Snowdrops, Great Barrington Credit: Derek Harper

Comb Hill Plantation is a sprawling woodland located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the outskirts of the charming village of Wood, this plantation covers an area of approximately 200 acres and is a significant part of the local landscape.

The plantation is predominantly composed of a diverse array of trees, including oak, beech, and pine. These trees provide a rich habitat for numerous species of flora and fauna, making it an ideal location for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. The woodland is home to various bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and foxes.

The plantation offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty of the area. These trails wind through the dense woodland, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and providing a peaceful and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Comb Hill Plantation holds historical significance as well. It is believed to have been established in the early 19th century and has since been carefully managed and maintained by local authorities. The plantation has played a vital role in the local timber industry, providing a sustainable source of wood for various purposes.

Overall, Comb Hill Plantation is a picturesque woodland retreat that offers a tranquil and immersive experience of nature. With its diverse ecosystem, well-maintained trails, and historical importance, it is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, seeking solace in the beauty of Gloucestershire's countryside.

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Comb Hill Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.829779/-1.7115441 or Grid Reference SP1914. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Snowdrops, Great Barrington South of St Mary's church, the churchyard is almost entirely filled with snowdrops.
Snowdrops, Great Barrington
South of St Mary's church, the churchyard is almost entirely filled with snowdrops.
Snowdrops, Great Barrington The southeast sector of the churchyard; like <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7095302">SP2013 : Snowdrops, Great Barrington</a>, spectacularly covered in snowdrops.
Snowdrops, Great Barrington
The southeast sector of the churchyard; like SP2013 : Snowdrops, Great Barrington, spectacularly covered in snowdrops.
River Windrush Looking downstream from the road between Great and Little Barrington, near the Fox Inn - an outbuilding can be seen on the right..
River Windrush
Looking downstream from the road between Great and Little Barrington, near the Fox Inn - an outbuilding can be seen on the right..
Swan on the Windrush Seen from where the D'Arcy Dalton Way crosses a footbridge on BARRINGTON FOOTPATH 9 KBA9. What you can see in the foreground is, however, an older bridge.
Swan on the Windrush
Seen from where the D'Arcy Dalton Way crosses a footbridge on BARRINGTON FOOTPATH 9 KBA9. What you can see in the foreground is, however, an older bridge.
Stone Stile, Little Barrington GS2702 On Gloucestershire footpath KBA13, between field on Green Drive Farm, looking NW towards the distant cricket pavilion. The view looking back at farm building etc is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7262233">SP2012 : Stone Stile, Little Barrington GS2702</a>.
Stone Stile, Little Barrington GS2702
On Gloucestershire footpath KBA13, between field on Green Drive Farm, looking NW towards the distant cricket pavilion. The view looking back at farm building etc is SP2012 : Stone Stile, Little Barrington GS2702.
Stone Stile, Little Barrington GS2702 On Gloucestershire footpath KBA13, between fields on Green Drive Farm, looking SE at farm building, the view NW towards the distant cricket pavilion is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7262232">SP2012 : Stone Stile, Little Barrington GS2702</a>
Stone Stile, Little Barrington GS2702
On Gloucestershire footpath KBA13, between fields on Green Drive Farm, looking SE at farm building, the view NW towards the distant cricket pavilion is SP2012 : Stone Stile, Little Barrington GS2702
Stone Stile, Little Barrington Opposite the Fox Inn, not on a registered footpath. It appears to be part of a desire line that cuts off a corner.
The alternative view looking out is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7645460">SP2013 : Stone Stile Little Barrington</a>
Stone Stile, Little Barrington
Opposite the Fox Inn, not on a registered footpath. It appears to be part of a desire line that cuts off a corner. The alternative view looking out is SP2013 : Stone Stile Little Barrington
Stone Stile, Great Barrington In a recently re-built garden wall to "the Glebe Barn", looking North.
Stone Stile, Great Barrington
In a recently re-built garden wall to "the Glebe Barn", looking North.
Stone Stile, Great Barrington A private stile in a wall rebuilt between June and December 2009, to a small field.
Stone Stile, Great Barrington
A private stile in a wall rebuilt between June and December 2009, to a small field.
Junction, Great Barrington With the war memorial and a grass triangle
Junction, Great Barrington
With the war memorial and a grass triangle
Listed house, Great Barrington Described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090346?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090346?section=official-list-entry">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> : " Almost symmetrical twin-gabled facade." A public access route runs past on the right.
Listed house, Great Barrington
Described at LinkExternal link : " Almost symmetrical twin-gabled facade." A public access route runs past on the right.
Stables and wall, Great Barrington Looking across the line of sight in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7424117">SP2013 : Junction, Great Barrington</a>, with both wall and listed stable block <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1340836?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1340836?section=official-list-entry">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> visible there. On the right is more of Park Farm. The arm of a signpost needs rescuing.
Stables and wall, Great Barrington
Looking across the line of sight in SP2013 : Junction, Great Barrington, with both wall and listed stable block LinkExternal link visible there. On the right is more of Park Farm. The arm of a signpost needs rescuing.
Byway to Barrington Mill Restricted byway KBA11 sets out from a crossroads with a footpath and public access route, heading for the Windrush valley.
Byway to Barrington Mill
Restricted byway KBA11 sets out from a crossroads with a footpath and public access route, heading for the Windrush valley.
Lane, Great Barrington The route with public access is also seen from beyond the house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090346?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090346?section=official-list-entry">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> shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7424121">SP2013 : Listed house, Great Barrington</a>. The other buildings shown on the right are listed as well. Taken from Barrington footpath 12.
Lane, Great Barrington
The route with public access is also seen from beyond the house LinkExternal link shown in SP2013 : Listed house, Great Barrington. The other buildings shown on the right are listed as well. Taken from Barrington footpath 12.
Cottages, Great Barrington On the left is the Reading Room <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090347?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090347?section=official-list-entry">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> :"3 pairs of lancets with Gothick glazing". Next door is No 60 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304911?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304911?section=official-list-entry">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> . The cottage on the right is mapped as a ruin but has obviously been rebuilt.
Cottages, Great Barrington
On the left is the Reading Room LinkExternal link :"3 pairs of lancets with Gothick glazing". Next door is No 60 LinkExternal link . The cottage on the right is mapped as a ruin but has obviously been rebuilt.
Gates, Great Barrington The right-hand gate is used by Barrington footpath 12.
Gates, Great Barrington
The right-hand gate is used by Barrington footpath 12.
Entrance drive, Great Barrington To Home Buildings and seen from the west end of Barrington footpath 12.
Entrance drive, Great Barrington
To Home Buildings and seen from the west end of Barrington footpath 12.
St Mary's church, Great Barrington Grade II* listed and described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090369?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090369?section=official-list-entry">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> .
St Mary's church, Great Barrington
Grade II* listed and described at LinkExternal link .
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Comb Hill Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SP1914 (Lat: 51.829779, Lng: -1.7115441)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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