Wiltons Plantation

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire

England

Wiltons Plantation

Bridleway junction This is a bridleway crossroads.  We are looking towards Ditchley Park, the leg used by Shakespeare's Way, having come in from the left.
Bridleway junction Credit: Graham Horn

Wiltons Plantation is a beautiful woodland located in Oxfordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is situated near the town of Wood and is known for its rich history and diverse flora and fauna.

The plantation is believed to have been established in the early 19th century, making it one of the oldest woodlands in the region. It was initially used as a hunting ground for the local nobility, but later transformed into a managed forest. Today, it serves as a popular recreational area for locals and visitors alike.

The woodland is characterized by a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, pine, and spruce. These trees provide a picturesque landscape throughout the year, especially during the autumn months when the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and gold.

Wiltons Plantation is home to a wide variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Visitors may spot deer, rabbits, squirrels, and an array of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. The woodland also features several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace.

In addition to its natural beauty, Wiltons Plantation also boasts historical importance. The remnants of an ancient Roman road can be found within the woodland, adding to its charm and significance.

Overall, Wiltons Plantation in Oxfordshire is a picturesque and historically significant woodland that offers a tranquil escape for those seeking to immerse themselves in nature.

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Wiltons Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.880948/-1.4268956 or Grid Reference SP3920. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway junction This is a bridleway crossroads.  We are looking towards Ditchley Park, the leg used by Shakespeare's Way, having come in from the left.
Bridleway junction
This is a bridleway crossroads. We are looking towards Ditchley Park, the leg used by Shakespeare's Way, having come in from the left.
Track (footpath) to Hill Barn Farm
Track (footpath) to Hill Barn Farm
Crop field off the B4437
Crop field off the B4437
The Wychwood Way footpath
The Wychwood Way footpath
B4437 heading east
B4437 heading east
Woodland beside the B4437
Woodland beside the B4437
B4437 beside Sheer's Copse woodland
B4437 beside Sheer's Copse woodland
Gated road to Kingswood Farm
Gated road to Kingswood Farm
B4437 heading east towards the A44
B4437 heading east towards the A44
Bridleway towards Ditchley Dell
Bridleway towards Ditchley Dell
B4437 heading east towards the A44
B4437 heading east towards the A44
Shakespeare's Way Shakespeare's Way cuts off to the right to Kingswood Bottom
Shakespeare's Way
Shakespeare's Way cuts off to the right to Kingswood Bottom
Track by a woodland corner The track heads on into the woods in Kingswood Bottom.
Track by a woodland corner
The track heads on into the woods in Kingswood Bottom.
Path across a harvested field Heading towards Over Kiddington, and its line has been preserved quite clearly over the field.
Path across a harvested field
Heading towards Over Kiddington, and its line has been preserved quite clearly over the field.
Band of woodland above Kingswood Bottom The woodland lines the south side of Shakespeare's Way.
Band of woodland above Kingswood Bottom
The woodland lines the south side of Shakespeare's Way.
Lane at Ballhall Bottom From Over Kiddington the lane at Ballhall Bottom
Lane at Ballhall Bottom
From Over Kiddington the lane at Ballhall Bottom
B4437 through Sheer's Copse A rare straight stretch on this road, through a thick patch of woodland. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/43800">SP3118 : B4437 near Ascott-under-Wychwood</a> is the same road, five miles to the west.
B4437 through Sheer's Copse
A rare straight stretch on this road, through a thick patch of woodland. SP3118 : B4437 near Ascott-under-Wychwood is the same road, five miles to the west.
Tree, track and field This image is taken facing west from the side of a track that runs from the B4022 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/85424">SP3621 : Unsuitable for motors</a>, south-east to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/85427">SP3721 : Track near Norman's Grove</a>, then past an entrance to Ditchley Park, which is a few hundred yards north of this point. It then continues towards Stonesfield. The next image, just south of Dustfield Farm, is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/85436">SP3819 : Tree and Ash Copse</a>.
Tree, track and field
This image is taken facing west from the side of a track that runs from the B4022 SP3621 : Unsuitable for motors, south-east to SP3721 : Track near Norman's Grove, then past an entrance to Ditchley Park, which is a few hundred yards north of this point. It then continues towards Stonesfield. The next image, just south of Dustfield Farm, is SP3819 : Tree and Ash Copse.
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Wiltons Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SP3920 (Lat: 51.880948, Lng: -1.4268956)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: West Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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