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Benham Lodge Plantation

Wood, Forest in Berkshire

England

Benham Lodge Plantation

Red Berries at Coombesbury Farm Colourful winter fruit beside Coombesbury Lane. Very neat along here. It looks like a private drive, but it's an ordinary road.
Red Berries at Coombesbury Farm Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Benham Lodge Plantation is a sprawling woodland area located in Berkshire, England. Situated amidst picturesque surroundings, this enchanting forest covers a vast expanse of land, offering visitors a tranquil and serene escape from the bustling city life.

The plantation is known for its dense and diverse vegetation, with a wide range of tree species such as oak, beech, and pine, creating a rich and varied ecosystem. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers and ferns, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Numerous walking trails meander through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore the plantation at their own pace. These well-maintained paths lead through the heart of the forest, offering glimpses of wildlife such as deer, foxes, and rabbits, as well as a myriad of bird species that call this place home.

Benham Lodge Plantation also boasts a tranquil lake, which serves as a focal point for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The lake is teeming with various species of fish, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts as well.

The plantation is not only a haven for wildlife but also a popular destination for outdoor activities. It offers facilities for camping, picnicking, and even horseback riding, catering to the diverse interests of visitors.

Overall, Benham Lodge Plantation is a nature lover's paradise, offering a serene and picturesque environment with its dense woodland, diverse wildlife, and array of outdoor activities. Whether seeking solitude, adventure, or a connection with nature, this enchanting forest provides an ideal destination for individuals of all ages.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.413913/-1.3915408 or Grid Reference SU4268. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Red Berries at Coombesbury Farm Colourful winter fruit beside Coombesbury Lane. Very neat along here. It looks like a private drive, but it's an ordinary road.
Red Berries at Coombesbury Farm
Colourful winter fruit beside Coombesbury Lane. Very neat along here. It looks like a private drive, but it's an ordinary road.
Lower Farm, Ownham Upper Farm is on the other side of the trees.
Lower Farm, Ownham
Upper Farm is on the other side of the trees.
Track to Huntsgreen Farm, Hunt's Green
Track to Huntsgreen Farm, Hunt's Green
The Lambourn at Hunt's Green
The Lambourn at Hunt's Green
Sluice Gate on the Lambourn The river divides into several channels here and flows around some old water meadows.
Sluice Gate on the Lambourn
The river divides into several channels here and flows around some old water meadows.
River Lambourn One of the braided streams of the river. I don't know whether the scaffold piling is intended to be permanent, but it look rather ugly.
River Lambourn
One of the braided streams of the river. I don't know whether the scaffold piling is intended to be permanent, but it look rather ugly.
Old entrance lodge, Benham Park. Benham Park is a Georgian mansion which was built for Lord Craven in 1775. It is now an office complex and the entrance is now at the other end of the park near the A4/A34 junction.
Old entrance lodge, Benham Park.
Benham Park is a Georgian mansion which was built for Lord Craven in 1775. It is now an office complex and the entrance is now at the other end of the park near the A4/A34 junction.
The Lake Benham Park: Near Speen and Newbury This lake view is of the far western section of the lake and situated in the centre of this grid square. This picture was taken from the north side of the lake looking south west.
The Lake Benham Park: Near Speen and Newbury
This lake view is of the far western section of the lake and situated in the centre of this grid square. This picture was taken from the north side of the lake looking south west.
Benham Marsh Lock Area This house is situated in the north western section of the square. The picture was taken from the bridge across the canal looking south west.
Benham Marsh Lock Area
This house is situated in the north western section of the square. The picture was taken from the bridge across the canal looking south west.
Hamstead Lock at Marsh Benham The lock is situated in the southern most edge of the grid square. This picture was taken looking west.
Hamstead Lock at Marsh Benham
The lock is situated in the southern most edge of the grid square. This picture was taken looking west.
The Red House: Benham Marsh This really nice bistro/pub is situated in the centre of the grid square near the intersection. The picture was taken from the northern side of the pub.
The Red House: Benham Marsh
This really nice bistro/pub is situated in the centre of the grid square near the intersection. The picture was taken from the northern side of the pub.
Woodspeen Farm: Ploughed field This grid square is largely farmland and the view is of the north eastern section of the square. The picture was taken from the intersection of the lane leading up to Woodspeen farm and the minor B4494 road.
Woodspeen Farm: Ploughed field
This grid square is largely farmland and the view is of the north eastern section of the square. The picture was taken from the intersection of the lane leading up to Woodspeen farm and the minor B4494 road.
Plantation Area near Speen This grid square is almost all woodland/plantation through which a few roads pass. This intersection is in the southern half of the grid square.
Plantation Area near Speen
This grid square is almost all woodland/plantation through which a few roads pass. This intersection is in the southern half of the grid square.
Hoe Benham Farm This grid square is almost all farmland with residences interspersed. This farm is in the northern half of the grid square just west of the centre.
Hoe Benham Farm
This grid square is almost all farmland with residences interspersed. This farm is in the northern half of the grid square just west of the centre.
Canal bridge at Marsh Benham View West towards road bridge over canal at Marsh Benham.
Canal bridge at Marsh Benham
View West towards road bridge over canal at Marsh Benham.
Stockcross Woodland Near Stockcross - the intense pine smell was matched only by the strong humid aromas from the bracken after a rain shower.
Stockcross Woodland
Near Stockcross - the intense pine smell was matched only by the strong humid aromas from the bracken after a rain shower.
Halfway Mansion Near crossroads at halfway
Halfway Mansion
Near crossroads at halfway
Halfway Inn Near crossroads at Halfway
Halfway Inn
Near crossroads at Halfway
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Benham Lodge Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SU4268 (Lat: 51.413913, Lng: -1.3915408)

Unitary Authority: West Berkshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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