Birch Plantation

Wood, Forest in Berkshire Vale of White Horse

England

Birch Plantation

Dolphin and Putti sculpture, The Water Garden, Buscot Park This bronze sculpture can be found in the Water Garden designed by Harold Peto in 1904. Does the iconography mean anything? Another example can be found at Hidcote <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6969809">SP1742 : Dolphin and Putti sculpture, Hidcote Manor, Hidcote Bartrim</a>
Dolphin and Putti sculpture, The Water Garden, Buscot Park Credit: Brian Robert Marshall

Birch Plantation, located in Berkshire, is a stunning woodland area known for its abundant birch trees. Spanning across a vast area, the plantation offers a serene and picturesque natural environment that attracts nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers alike.

The plantation is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various plant species thriving in the nutrient-rich soil. Apart from the dominant birch trees, visitors can also spot oak, beech, and pine trees, creating a rich tapestry of colors and textures throughout the seasons.

The woodland floor is covered with a lush carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, providing a tranquil and enchanting ambiance. Wildlife is plentiful in Birch Plantation, with numerous bird species, including woodpeckers and owls, making it their habitat. Squirrels, rabbits, and foxes can also be spotted frolicking among the trees.

The plantation offers several walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These trails are well-maintained, making it accessible for all levels of fitness. Nature lovers can immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings, breathing in the fresh air and listening to the soothing sounds of nature.

Birch Plantation is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, providing opportunities for activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. It offers a temporary escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, providing a tranquil retreat where visitors can reconnect with nature and rejuvenate their senses.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.666683/-1.6406899 or Grid Reference SU2496. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dolphin and Putti sculpture, The Water Garden, Buscot Park This bronze sculpture can be found in the Water Garden designed by Harold Peto in 1904. Does the iconography mean anything? Another example can be found at Hidcote <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6969809">SP1742 : Dolphin and Putti sculpture, Hidcote Manor, Hidcote Bartrim</a>
Dolphin and Putti sculpture, The Water Garden, Buscot Park
This bronze sculpture can be found in the Water Garden designed by Harold Peto in 1904. Does the iconography mean anything? Another example can be found at Hidcote SP1742 : Dolphin and Putti sculpture, Hidcote Manor, Hidcote Bartrim
Gateway into Easton Wood Last Geographed 10 years ago when the vegetation was cut back into a neat hedge <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2787414">SU2696 : New Lodges, near Faringdon</a>. Now it's hard to see the lodge house behind all the foliage.
This must have been a side entrance into Buscot Park via a woodland drive. It's quite a distance from the house.
Gateway into Easton Wood
Last Geographed 10 years ago when the vegetation was cut back into a neat hedge SU2696 : New Lodges, near Faringdon. Now it's hard to see the lodge house behind all the foliage. This must have been a side entrance into Buscot Park via a woodland drive. It's quite a distance from the house.
Road to Crabtree Farm Named rather anciently on the map as Crabbe-Tree Farm, the name on the gate uses the normal spelling.
Road to Crabtree Farm
Named rather anciently on the map as Crabbe-Tree Farm, the name on the gate uses the normal spelling.
The walled garden at Buscot Park
The walled garden at Buscot Park
Roadside Cottages, Eaton Hastings
Roadside Cottages, Eaton Hastings
Cottage on Eaton Lane This charming little cottage lies beside the dead end lane leading to Eaton Hastings church.
Cottage on Eaton Lane
This charming little cottage lies beside the dead end lane leading to Eaton Hastings church.
Stile and footpath This scene is a few yards north of the A417, the gridline running along the fence!
Stile and footpath
This scene is a few yards north of the A417, the gridline running along the fence!
Roadside cottage These very substantial houses probably originate from the requirements for labour on the nearby Buscot Park Estate. The A417 is in the foreground.
Roadside cottage
These very substantial houses probably originate from the requirements for labour on the nearby Buscot Park Estate. The A417 is in the foreground.
Cottage on the Buscot Estate This countryman's cottage lies between the main A417 road and Buscot Park behind the wall at the rear.
Cottage on the Buscot Estate
This countryman's cottage lies between the main A417 road and Buscot Park behind the wall at the rear.
Wood and farmland, Buscot On Bury Hill. There's a trig point in the hedge and a mobile phone mast behind the photographer.
Wood and farmland, Buscot
On Bury Hill. There's a trig point in the hedge and a mobile phone mast behind the photographer.
Farm track, Buscot Badbury Forest is on the hill in the distance.
Farm track, Buscot
Badbury Forest is on the hill in the distance.
Farmland, Coleshill Wheat and hay near Brimstone Farm.
Farmland, Coleshill
Wheat and hay near Brimstone Farm.
Farmland, Great Coxwell Looking down from Coxwell Wood. Buildings at Oldfield Farm can just be seen.
Farmland, Great Coxwell
Looking down from Coxwell Wood. Buildings at Oldfield Farm can just be seen.
end of track, north of Coleshill
end of track, north of Coleshill
Red-legged partridge A pretty tame French partridge in the field edge beside Bushy Heath.
Red-legged partridge
A pretty tame French partridge in the field edge beside Bushy Heath.
Mown hay, Coleshill Near Brimstone Farm in an area of mixed arable and pastoral farmland.
Mown hay, Coleshill
Near Brimstone Farm in an area of mixed arable and pastoral farmland.
Horses, Brimstone Farm Beside the track leading to Oldfield Farm.
Horses, Brimstone Farm
Beside the track leading to Oldfield Farm.
The Lake at Buscot Park
The Lake at Buscot Park
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Birch Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SU2496 (Lat: 51.666683, Lng: -1.6406899)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: Vale of White Horse

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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