View Plantation

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

View Plantation

St.Andrew's Church, Stanley, Co. Durham For a tragic story associated with the church see:
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.thisisthenortheast.co.uk/the_north_east/news/campaigns/memorial/pages/160202_1.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.thisisthenortheast.co.uk/the_north_east/news/campaigns/memorial/pages/160202_1.html">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.Andrew's Church, Stanley, Co. Durham Credit: Alan Fearon

View Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Durham, England. Nestled in the heart of the city, this sprawling forest offers a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, View Plantation is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families seeking a day out in nature.

The plantation is predominantly composed of mature woodland, consisting of a variety of tree species such as oak, birch, and beech. These towering trees provide a dense canopy, creating a tranquil atmosphere and offering shade on warm summer days. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers and ferns, providing a vibrant burst of color throughout the seasons.

Numerous walking trails wind their way through the plantation, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore the diverse flora and fauna. Birdwatchers will delight in the chance to spot a wide array of avian species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Squirrels and rabbits can also be spotted darting between the trees, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the forest.

Aside from its natural beauty, View Plantation also offers recreational facilities such as picnic areas and a children's play area, making it an ideal spot for a family outing. The plantation is easily accessible by both car and public transport, with ample parking available on-site.

Overall, View Plantation is a tranquil haven that showcases the beauty of nature in the heart of Durham. Whether you are seeking a peaceful stroll, a family picnic, or simply a respite from city life, this woodland sanctuary is sure to captivate and rejuvenate all who visit.

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St.Andrew's Church, Stanley, Co. Durham For a tragic story associated with the church see:
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St.Andrew's Church, Stanley, Co. Durham

For a tragic story associated with the church see: Link

East Tanfield Station, Tanfield Railway The southern terminus of the world&#039;s oldest working railway.

East Tanfield Station, Tanfield Railway

The southern terminus of the world's oldest working railway.

Asda View of one of the large prominent buildings when travelling through Stanley.

Asda

View of one of the large prominent buildings when travelling through Stanley.

South Stanley, Co. Durham Taken near Tweed Terrace, view to South.

South Stanley, Co. Durham

Taken near Tweed Terrace, view to South.

The Louisa Centre, Stanley Council owned sports and leisure centre

The Louisa Centre, Stanley

Council owned sports and leisure centre

John Chamberlain

Stanley Front Street looking towards the Imperial Hotel

Stanley Front Street looking towards the Imperial Hotel

Stanley Bus Station

Stanley Bus Station

Christ Church United Reformed Church, Stanley

Christ Church United Reformed Church, Stanley

Stanley Police Station

Stanley Police Station

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Church

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Church

The Salvation Army Hall, Stanley

The Salvation Army Hall, Stanley

The Church of St Andrew, Stanley

The Church of St Andrew, Stanley

LampLight Arts Centre, Stanley A sixties building refurbished in 1991. Currently displaying wonderful landscapes in watercolours by local artist George Hutchinson.

LampLight Arts Centre, Stanley

A sixties building refurbished in 1991. Currently displaying wonderful landscapes in watercolours by local artist George Hutchinson.

Indoor Bowls Centre, Stanley On a freezing December day I can appreciate this as a good idea.

Indoor Bowls Centre, Stanley

On a freezing December day I can appreciate this as a good idea.

East Tanfield Renishaw Ironworks No 6 backs onto a passenger train.

East Tanfield

Renishaw Ironworks No 6 backs onto a passenger train.

Brenda's Fish Bar Tyne Road, Stanley. Hotting up as the sun sets on a snowy afternoon.

Brenda's Fish Bar

Tyne Road, Stanley. Hotting up as the sun sets on a snowy afternoon.

Asda supermarket, Stanley Between Front Street and the A693.

Asda supermarket, Stanley

Between Front Street and the A693.

The approach to East Tanfield station Taken from an open window on a Tanfield Railway train.

The approach to East Tanfield station

Taken from an open window on a Tanfield Railway train.

Christine Johnstone

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View Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NZ2053 (Lat: 54.875576, Lng: -1.6779244)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.875576,-1.6779244

Bus Stop

Hillside Gardens

Bench: yes

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001504D

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan CommonName: Hillside Gardens

Naptan Indicator: south east bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragama

Naptan Notes: On Pelaw Avenue- opposite 69 Wylam Road- Stanley

Naptan Street: Pelaw Avenue

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8761668/-1.6846897

Bus Stop

Hillside Gardens

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001504H

Naptan Bearing: NW

Naptan CommonName: Hillside Gardens

Naptan Indicator: north west bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragamd

Naptan Notes: On Pelaw Avenue- north of 64 Wylam Way- Stanley

Naptan Street: Pelaw Avenue

Naptan Verified: no

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8762138/-1.6854997

Bus Stop

Reservoir

Bench: no

Bin: yes

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001505C

Naptan Bearing: E

Naptan CommonName: Reservoir

Naptan Indicator: east bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragamg

Naptan Notes: Front Street- level with 4 Clowes Walk- East Stanley.

Naptan Street: A693 - Front Street

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8724428/-1.6799191

Bus Stop

Reservoir

Bench: no

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001505G

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan CommonName: Reservoir

Naptan Indicator: west bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragamj

Naptan Notes: Front Street- level with 11 Clowes Walk- East Stanley.

Naptan Street: A693 - Front Street

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8721638/-1.6807591

Bus Stop

Ruskin-Sidney Close

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001506A

Naptan Bearing: N

Naptan CommonName: Ruskin-Sidney Close

Naptan Indicator: north bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragamp

Naptan Notes: Humber Hill- opposite 5 Sidney Close- East Stanley

Naptan Street: Humber Hill

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8712375/-1.6794923

Bus Stop

Bungalows

Bench: no

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Lit: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001546C

Naptan Bearing: E

Naptan CommonName: Bungalows

Naptan Indicator: east bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragjdg

Naptan Notes: Pelaw Avenue- level with 21 Beamish View- East Stanley

Naptan Street: Unclassified Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Source: naptan_import

Tactile Paving: no

Lat/Long: 54.8747014/-1.6742441

Bus Stop

Bungalows

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001546G

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan CommonName: Bungalows

Naptan Indicator: west bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragjdj

Naptan Notes: Pelaw Avenue- east of junction with Strathmore Close- East Stanley.

Naptan Street: Unclassified Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8746312/-1.6748836

Bus Stop

Thatchers Foot

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001547B

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan CommonName: Thatchers Foot

Naptan Indicator: north east bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragjdm

Naptan Notes: Opposite Thatchers Foot (PH)- Hill Top- East Stanley

Naptan Street: A693 - Hill Top

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8733183/-1.6740307

Bus Stop

Thatchers Foot

Bench: no

Bin: yes

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001547F

Naptan Bearing: SW

Naptan CommonName: Thatchers Foot

Naptan Indicator: south west bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: duragjdp

Naptan Notes: 12 Causey View- Stanley

Naptan Street: A693 - Hill Top

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8727288/-1.6759119

Bus Stop

The Hill Top

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001548D

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan CommonName: The Hill Top

Naptan Indicator: south east bound

Naptan Landmark: adj entrance to pub car park

Naptan NaptanCode: duragjdt

Naptan Notes: Stop is missing - temporarily removed but not replaced

Naptan Street: East Street

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8746629/-1.6800574

Bus Stop

The Hill Top

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001548H

Naptan Bearing: NW

Naptan CommonName: The Hill Top

Naptan Indicator: north west bound

Naptan Landmark: opp entrance to pub car park

Naptan NaptanCode: duragjdw

Naptan Notes: Stop is missing - demolished in accident

Naptan Street: East Street

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8747622/-1.6802124

Bus Stop

East Street

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001799A

Naptan Bearing: N

Naptan CommonName: East Street

Naptan Indicator: north bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: durajpdp

Naptan Notes: Opposite Reservoir House- East Street- Stanley

Naptan Street: East Street

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8728276/-1.6792927

Bus Stop

East Street

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001799E

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: East Street

Naptan Indicator: south bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: durajpdt

Naptan Notes: 37 East Street- Stanley

Naptan Street: East Street

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8730202/-1.6793286

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.876704/-1.6835603

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8732214/-1.6784799

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8736499/-1.6730924

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8739097/-1.6723659

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8745821/-1.67667

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8750846/-1.6822763

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8744252/-1.6823268

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8742771/-1.6821015

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8739262/-1.6827129

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8738855/-1.682563

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8734067/-1.6800952

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8716226/-1.6813183

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.871331/-1.6800662

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8720251/-1.674417

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 54.8718813/-1.6770623

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8712337/-1.6787394

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8754257/-1.6843864

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8720175/-1.6776553

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8729224/-1.6732607

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8745305/-1.6779511

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.873402/-1.674071

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8719156/-1.6752817

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8717935/-1.6752183

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8748551/-1.6789368

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8730455/-1.6833939

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8724621/-1.6833408

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8754544/-1.6809807

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8727607/-1.6733231

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 54.8773099/-1.6841534

Bus Stop

Acton Dene

Bus: yes

Fixme: NAPTAN gives this as Penshaw Gardens

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001814H

Naptan NaptanCode: durajpmw

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8715419/-1.6747028

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 170

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 18

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8731355/-1.6753693

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 170

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8731857/-1.675157

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8723679/-1.6819649

Addr Housenumber: 6

Addr Street: Hill Top

Lat/Long: 54.8724359/-1.6768544

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.8791837/-1.6799292

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.8786189/-1.6786927

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.878068/-1.6775259

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.8775788/-1.6764396

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.8771059/-1.6745313

Give Way

Direction: forward

Lat/Long: 54.8760064/-1.6844796

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8765696/-1.6836803

Give Way

Direction: forward

Lat/Long: 54.8763222/-1.6855986

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8738819/-1.6762709

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8742074/-1.6735606

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8733886/-1.6759868

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8749028/-1.6820671

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8752736/-1.6820848

Give Way

Direction: backward

Lat/Long: 54.8753908/-1.6801012

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8749917/-1.6803969

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8753795/-1.6812928

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.874406/-1.6796467

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Orientation: 180

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8735945/-1.6794038

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8716687/-1.6801524

Traffic Signals

Direction: forward

Traffic Signals: signal

Traffic Signals Direction: forward

Lat/Long: 54.8723772/-1.6793627

Traffic Signals

Direction: forward

Traffic Signals: signal

Traffic Signals Direction: forward

Lat/Long: 54.8722451/-1.6796273

Traffic Signals

Direction: backward

Traffic Signals: signal

Traffic Signals Direction: backward

Lat/Long: 54.8723434/-1.6798056

Traffic Signals

Direction: forward

Traffic Signals: signal

Lat/Long: 54.8722215/-1.6797347

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8720278/-1.6816083

Post Box

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: DH9 109

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 54.8723006/-1.6821739

Give Way

Direction: backward

Lat/Long: 54.8722319/-1.6820885

Give Way

Direction: backward

Lat/Long: 54.8728724/-1.6759354

Give Way

Direction: backward

Lat/Long: 54.8728952/-1.6753651

Give Way

Direction: forward

Lat/Long: 54.873729/-1.6716721

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8739864/-1.6724649

Give Way

Direction: backward

Lat/Long: 54.8746758/-1.6752667

Give Way

Direction: forward

Lat/Long: 54.8723927/-1.6782721

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8732372/-1.6826761

Beamish Colliery

Historic: mine

Resource: coal

Website: http://www.dmm.org.uk/colliery/b001.htm

Lat/Long: 54.8762363/-1.6732586

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.8764755/-1.6715339

Post Box

Post Box Type: pillar

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 54.8721852/-1.6780825

Fast Food

The Sandwich Bar

Addr City: Stanley

Addr Housenumber: 20

Addr Postcode: DH9 6UQ

Addr Street: Masefield Close

Addr Suburb: East Stanley

Cuisine: sandwich

Fhrs Id: 304052

Source: survey

Source Addr: FHRS Open Data

Lat/Long: 54.8721395/-1.6780007

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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