Barrow Plantation

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire

England

Barrow Plantation

A40 south of Worsham
A40 south of Worsham Credit: Colin Pyle

Barrow Plantation, located in Oxfordshire, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and tranquility. Nestled within the heart of the county, this enchanting forest offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in a peaceful and serene environment.

Covering an expansive area, Barrow Plantation is home to a diverse range of indigenous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a rich tapestry of colors throughout the seasons. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, providing a vibrant and fragrant backdrop to the towering trees above.

Walking trails wind their way through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore the plantation at their own pace. These well-maintained paths offer a perfect opportunity for nature enthusiasts to observe the local wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and a variety of bird species that call Barrow Plantation their home.

Barrow Plantation also offers a range of amenities for visitors to enjoy. Picnic areas dotted throughout the forest provide a peaceful setting for alfresco dining, while children can delight in the adventure playgrounds strategically placed within the woodland.

Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family outing, or simply a moment of solitude, Barrow Plantation is a haven for those seeking solace in nature. Its idyllic setting and diverse ecosystem make it a true gem within Oxfordshire, providing a welcome respite from the demands of modern life.

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Barrow Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.78961/-1.5859405 or Grid Reference SP2810. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A40 south of Worsham
A40 south of Worsham
Entrance/exit at Crocodiles of the World
Entrance/exit at Crocodiles of the World
Crocodiles of the World Some of the residents at this attraction.
Crocodiles of the World
Some of the residents at this attraction.
Bridlepath across the A40 The gap in the central reservation's barriers indicates the course of the bridlepath.
Bridlepath across the A40
The gap in the central reservation's barriers indicates the course of the bridlepath.
A40 near Asthall Barrow Alas the dual carriageway will end shortly, with a road more suited to the 1940s ensuring a tedious journey hence to Cheltenham.
A40 near Asthall Barrow
Alas the dual carriageway will end shortly, with a road more suited to the 1940s ensuring a tedious journey hence to Cheltenham.
The entrance to Foxbury Farm Shop
The entrance to Foxbury Farm Shop
Road to Brize Norton Sign on the roadside warning of ice, though now the weather has finally warmed up this spring, ice shouldn't be a problem for the time being. The house to the left of the photo is 'Lingermans'.
Road to Brize Norton
Sign on the roadside warning of ice, though now the weather has finally warmed up this spring, ice shouldn't be a problem for the time being. The house to the left of the photo is 'Lingermans'.
Approaching Brize Norton
Approaching Brize Norton
Allotments access road, near Carterton, Oxon The access road is off Kilkenny Lane, which now has restricted access.
Allotments access road, near Carterton, Oxon
The access road is off Kilkenny Lane, which now has restricted access.
Restricted access on Kilkenny Lane, looking west, near Carterton, Oxon Kilkenny Lane has its access restricted at this point. Only pedestrians and cyclists are supposed to pass through.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4543991">SP2708 : Restricted access on Kilkenny Lane, looking east, near Carterton, Oxon</a>.
Restricted access on Kilkenny Lane, looking west, near Carterton, Oxon
Kilkenny Lane has its access restricted at this point. Only pedestrians and cyclists are supposed to pass through. SP2708 : Restricted access on Kilkenny Lane, looking east, near Carterton, Oxon.
Restricted access on Kilkenny Lane, looking east, near Carterton, Oxon Kilkenny Lane has its access restricted at this point. Only pedestrians and cyclists are supposed to pass through.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4543982">SP2708 : Restricted access on Kilkenny Lane, looking west, near Carterton, Oxon</a>.
Restricted access on Kilkenny Lane, looking east, near Carterton, Oxon
Kilkenny Lane has its access restricted at this point. Only pedestrians and cyclists are supposed to pass through. SP2708 : Restricted access on Kilkenny Lane, looking west, near Carterton, Oxon.
Bridleways off Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon At this sharp bend in Kilkenny Lane, two bridleways commence.  One ahead commences between hedges. To the right, and not visible in this view, another commences by going adjacent to the hedge on the field edge. By the bridleway signpost is a dog waste bin.
Bridleways off Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon
At this sharp bend in Kilkenny Lane, two bridleways commence. One ahead commences between hedges. To the right, and not visible in this view, another commences by going adjacent to the hedge on the field edge. By the bridleway signpost is a dog waste bin.
A ride between avenues of trees, near Carterton, Oxon This appears as if it is, or was, a ride for horse-riding, set between two avenues of trees. Photographed from Kilkenny Lane.
A ride between avenues of trees, near Carterton, Oxon
This appears as if it is, or was, a ride for horse-riding, set between two avenues of trees. Photographed from Kilkenny Lane.
Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon In the distance the lane takes a very sharp turn left. At that point there are two bridleways which commence there.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4544011">SP2708 : Bridleways off Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon</a>.
Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon
In the distance the lane takes a very sharp turn left. At that point there are two bridleways which commence there. SP2708 : Bridleways off Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon.
Junction of bridleway with Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon The bridleway is on the left. Kilkenny Lane is going off to the right.
Junction of bridleway with Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon
The bridleway is on the left. Kilkenny Lane is going off to the right.
Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon Kilkenny Lane is on its way back to the northern outskirts of Carterton. It is planned to extend the town further with more housing and more facilities.
Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon
Kilkenny Lane is on its way back to the northern outskirts of Carterton. It is planned to extend the town further with more housing and more facilities.
Fields near Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton,Oxon Photographed from Kilkenny Lane.
Fields near Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton,Oxon
Photographed from Kilkenny Lane.
Small tortoiseshell butterfly in Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon On a sunny June day there were a lot of butterflies of different species to be seen in this area. Maybe their conservation will be assisted by the recent creation very nearby of a new country park called Kilkenny Lane Country Park. This particular butterfly was photographed in the hedgerow in Kilkenny Lane.
Small tortoiseshell butterfly in Kilkenny Lane, near Carterton, Oxon
On a sunny June day there were a lot of butterflies of different species to be seen in this area. Maybe their conservation will be assisted by the recent creation very nearby of a new country park called Kilkenny Lane Country Park. This particular butterfly was photographed in the hedgerow in Kilkenny Lane.
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Barrow Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SP2810 (Lat: 51.78961, Lng: -1.5859405)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: West Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.78961,-1.5859405
Asthall Barrow
Historic: archaeological_site
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q17648985
Lat/Long: 51.7888282/-1.580868
Restaurant
Windmill
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Tourism: picnic_site
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Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.7869378/-1.5891874
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.7875699/-1.5825195
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.786456/-1.5910925
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.7876506/-1.5801491
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.7876307/-1.5864657
Parking
Parking: layby
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Lat/Long: 51.7897359/-1.585895
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.7910148/-1.5799757
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