Dorcas Plantation

Wood, Forest in Warwickshire Tamworth

England

Dorcas Plantation

Shallow lake in the Middleton RSPB reserve One of the many shallow pools on the reserve, actively managed for the benefit of wildfowl and other animals. — Shallow lake in the Middleton RSPB reserve Credit: Richard Law

Dorcas Plantation is a woodland area located in the county of Warwickshire, England. Situated in the rural district of Wood, it is known for its picturesque forest scenery and natural beauty. The plantation covers a vast area of land and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including a variety of tree species such as oak, beech, and birch. The dense forest provides a habitat for numerous wildlife species, including deer, foxes, and a wide variety of bird species. It is a haven for birdwatchers and offers opportunities for spotting rare and migratory birds.

Dorcas Plantation is well-maintained and features several walking trails and paths that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy its tranquil surroundings. The trails vary in difficulty, making it suitable for hikers of all levels.

The plantation also offers recreational activities such as picnicking and camping, providing visitors with a chance to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. Additionally, there are designated areas for birdwatching and wildlife observation.

Dorcas Plantation is easily accessible by road and is located in close proximity to the town of Wood, offering convenient amenities and services for visitors. With its stunning forest landscape and abundance of wildlife, Dorcas Plantation provides a serene escape from the bustling city life and is a must-visit destination for nature lovers in Warwickshire.

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Dorcas Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.606136/-1.6871901 or Grid Reference SK2100. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shallow lake in the Middleton RSPB reserve

One of the many shallow pools on the reserve, actively managed for the benefit of wildfowl and other animals.

Richard Law

River Tame at RSPB Middleton Lakes

The River Tame is a river in the West Midlands and is a major tributary of the River Trent. It rises near Oldbury and joins the Trent near Alrewas, a length of some 90km. Wikipedia: Link

Jonathan Hutchins

Brick hide at RSPB Middleton Lakes

Jonathan Hutchins

Slade Lane, Mountside

Alex McGregor

Slade Lane, Mountside

Alex McGregor

Dosthill church gates

St Paul's church, Dosthill with a coating of snow. The main wrought iron gates are dedicated to Kate and William Perry who had eleven children in nearby Whateley. Kate's maiden name was Andrews, another family with extensive connections to the area, for example Horace Andrews was for many years the organist at this church.

Rob Farrow

Norman wayfarer's chapel, Dosthill

Dating originally from the C12th or late C11th this little building was originally a wayfarer's chapel, i.e. a chapel for travellers to use. It was later used as a school room before SK2100 : Dosthill School was built. After this it was and still is used as a Sunday School and Parish Room. It is EH Grade II* listed (see Link

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Rob Farrow

Houses on Kempton Drive

JThomas

A51 approaching the southern outskirts of Tamworth

Coming into the Dosthill area of the town, the road here runs past the first of the industrial units and business parks.

Richard Law

The A51 High Street south of Tamworth

Passing by The Fox, which seems to have changed very little, externally at least, in the last 10 years SP2199 : The Fox, Dosthill

Richard Law

Benches overlooking the North Pool, RSPB Middleton Lakes Nature Reserve

Phil Champion

View from the Lookout hide, RSPB Middleton Lakes Nature Reserve

Phil Champion

River Tame alongside the RSPB Middleton Lakes Nature Reserve

Phil Champion

Norman Chapel

This Norman chapel is in the grounds of St. Pauls Church, Dosthill.

Angella Streluk

Dosthill Quarry

This quarry was a source of good quality granite. The water is said to be 24 metres deep. It is used by Dive In Diving Club. The path of the old tramway winding round and down is said to be an interesting feature for divers to explore.

Angella Streluk

Pie Kilns : Photo 1

These "pie" kilns are long gone. I took this series of photos in about 1975 with a Black & White Polaroid camera hence the lack of quality, which has not been helped by their gradual degradation over time. These kilns were off Rushy* Lane which ran from south of Dosthill up to the hamlet of Whateley, and were situated near to where that lane crossed the railway. They were used to fire industrial ceramics such as sewerage pipes which had been made in the nearby (and also long gone) Stoneware factory. There was considerable brick and pipe industry around this site up until the mid seventies, but these kilns had not been used for many years even then. I hope that there are higher quality photographs of these remarkable little examples of industrial heritage in existence somewhere, because I know of no examples of the actual kilns themselves anywhere these days. *Rushy lane has subsequently lost its final "y" and is now known as Rush Lane. This is probably because on an early OS map the word "Rushy" was written along the route of the lane such that the "y" was round a corner. I think that on the next map this "y" was missed by the cartographer and so the lane got itself renamed. Photos 2 & 3 : SP2199 : Pie Kilns : Photo 2 SP2199 : Pie Kilns : Photo 3

Rob Farrow

Pie Kilns : Photo 2

These "pie" kilns are long gone. I took this series of photos in about 1975 with a Black & White Polaroid camera hence the lack of quality, which has not been helped by their gradual degradation over time. These kilns were off Rushy* Lane which ran from south of Dosthill up to the hamlet of Whateley, and were situated near to where that lane crossed the railway. They were used to fire industrial ceramics such as sewerage pipes which had been made in the nearby (and also long gone) Stoneware factory. There was considerable brick and pipe industry around this site up until the mid seventies, but these kilns had not been used for many years even then. I hope that there are higher quality photographs of these remarkable little examples of industrial heritage in existence somewhere, because I know of no examples of the actual kilns themselves anywhere these days. *Rushy lane has subsequently lost its final "y" and is now known as Rush Lane. This is probably because on an early OS map the word "Rushy" was written along the route of the lane such that the "y" was round a corner. I think that on the next map this "y" was missed by the cartographer and so the lane got itself renamed. Photos 1 & 3 : SP2199 : Pie Kilns : Photo 1 SP2199 : Pie Kilns : Photo 3

Rob Farrow

Pie Kilns : Photo 3

These "pie" kilns are long gone. I took this series of photos in about 1975 with a Black & White Polaroid camera hence the lack of quality, which has not been helped by their gradual degradation over time. These kilns were off Rushy* Lane which ran from south of Dosthill up to the hamlet of Whateley, and were situated near to where that lane crossed the railway. They were used to fire industrial ceramics such as sewerage pipes which had been made in the nearby (and also long gone) Stoneware factory. There was considerable brick and pipe industry around this site up until the mid seventies, but these kilns had not been used for many years even then. I hope that there are higher quality photographs of these remarkable little examples of industrial heritage in existence somewhere, because I know of no examples of the actual kilns themselves anywhere these days. *Rushy lane has subsequently lost its final "y" and is now known as Rush Lane. This is probably because on an early OS map the word "Rushy" was written along the route of the lane such that the "y" was round a corner. I think that on the next map this "y" was missed by the cartographer and so the lane got itself renamed. Photos 1 & 2 : SP2199 : Pie Kilns : Photo 1 SP2199 : Pie Kilns : Photo 2

Rob Farrow

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Dorcas Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SK2100 (Lat: 52.606136, Lng: -1.6871901)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Tamworth

Police Authority: Staffordshire