Seven Acre Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Seven Acre Plantation

Wilsis and Highland Cow A Highland Cow shading beside Wilsis by Jaume Plesna at Yorkshire Sculpture Park — Wilsis and Highland Cow Credit: Richard Croft

Seven Acre Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. Spanning over seven acres, this enchanting forest offers visitors a serene and natural escape from the bustling city life. Situated in the heart of Yorkshire, the plantation is easily accessible and attracts nature enthusiasts and hikers throughout the year.

The woodland is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, birch, and pine, creating a vibrant and verdant landscape. The dense canopy overhead provides a cool respite during the summer months and a colorful display during the autumn season. These trees have also fostered a thriving ecosystem, attracting a variety of bird species, such as woodpeckers and thrushes, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.

Seven Acre Plantation offers several well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its hidden treasures. These paths are suitable for all levels of fitness, making it an ideal destination for families and individuals seeking a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike. Along the way, hikers can encounter babbling brooks, wildflowers, and occasional glimpses of wildlife, such as squirrels and rabbits.

In addition to its natural beauty, Seven Acre Plantation also boasts a picnic area, providing visitors with the opportunity to relax and enjoy a packed lunch amidst the tranquil surroundings. The plantation is open to the public year-round, with no admission fee, making it an accessible and affordable destination for nature lovers of all ages. Whether it's a leisurely walk, birdwatching, or simply a desire for peace and tranquility, Seven Acre Plantation offers an idyllic escape into the beauty of Yorkshire's woodlands.

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Seven Acre Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.613598/-1.5805648 or Grid Reference SE2713. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wilsis and Highland Cow

A Highland Cow shading beside Wilsis by Jaume Plesna at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Solitaire

Solitario (Solitaire) by Joana Vasconcelos at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Buddha

Buddha by Niki de Saint Phalle at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Arbour view

Vertical view in the arbour dome at Bretton Hall / Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Cascade Bridge & weir

Grade II listed bridge and weir c1780 in Bretton parkland

Richard Croft

Two Large Forms

Sculpture by Henry Moore with a sheep taking some shade on a very hot day in Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Deer Shelter

Former Deer Shelter in Bretton Parkland

Richard Croft

Deer Shelter

Outer area at the Deer Shelter in Bretton Parkland

Richard Croft

Deer Shelter Skyspace

Vertical view inside the Deer Shelter, artwork by James Turrell

Richard Croft

Circle of Animals / Zodiac Heads

One of 12 bronze heads by Internationally acclaimed artist and activist Ai Weiwei representing the traditional Chinese Zodiac

Richard Croft

Wall Dale Cubed

Dramatic sculpture by Sean Scully at Yorkshire Sculpture Park, created for Inside Outside exhibition in 2018.

Richard Croft

Iron Tree

Dramatic sculpture by Ai Weiwei in the grounds of St.Bartholomew's Chapel at Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

Richard Croft

St.Bartholomew's Chapel

Grade II* listed Chapel and Iron Tree Link at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Footpath crossing a fire break in Bank Wood, Midgley

The path emerges briefly into daylight before going back into a leafy tunnel.

Humphrey Bolton

Footpath crossing a forestry track in Bank Wood, Midgley

Here the track is mostly covered by grass. The waymark post is helpful as it is not obvious where the path goes back into the trees. This path is getting rather overgrown in places and I have scratches to prove it.

Humphrey Bolton

Stepping stones over Bank Wood Beck

Here the footpath crosses from Emley in Krklees to Midgley in Wakefield.

Humphrey Bolton

Footbridge over Bank Wood Beck

This bridge is elusive, ut I found it at the second attempt. From the south it is reached by a broad track from through the little triangular patch of woodland. From the north it cannot be reached by the route shown on the map as the woodland floor is covered by brambles. It is reached by a waymarked path down the side of the arable field a little way to the east and then at the bottom turns right through a thicket of Himalayan Balsam to a narrow path through the brambles along the bottom of the wood.

Humphrey Bolton

Grassy track between fields, Emley

This is waymarked as a footpath, which is sensible but not what the map shows. There should also be a waymark pointing left to the track that leads to the footbridge SE2613 : Footbridge over Bank Wood Beck.

Humphrey Bolton

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Seven Acre Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SE2713 (Lat: 53.613598, Lng: -1.5805648)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Wakefield

Police Authority: West Yorkshire