Furzeground Plantation

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

Furzeground Plantation

Ye Olde Swan Inn This pub is situated below the Church in this square, at the intersection. This picture was taken looking south. — Ye Olde Swan Inn Credit: Pam Brophy

Furzeground Plantation is a woodland area located in Hampshire, England. It is situated near the village of Furzey and covers an approximate area of 50 acres. The plantation is primarily composed of mixed broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, creating a diverse and picturesque forest landscape.

The woodland is known for its rich biodiversity and serves as a habitat for a variety of plant and animal species. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells during the spring, creating a stunning display of color. Additionally, the plantation is home to various ferns, mosses, and fungi, enhancing its natural beauty.

Furzeground Plantation offers a tranquil environment for visitors to explore and enjoy nature. There are several walking trails that wind through the woods, providing opportunities for leisurely strolls or more vigorous hikes. These trails are well-maintained and clearly marked, ensuring that visitors can navigate the woodland easily.

The plantation also offers educational and recreational activities for visitors of all ages. Nature enthusiasts can participate in guided tours and learn about the diverse flora and fauna that inhabit the woodland. Additionally, there are designated picnic areas and open spaces where families and friends can gather for a relaxing day out.

Overall, Furzeground Plantation in Hampshire is a cherished natural resource and a popular destination for those seeking solace in the beauty of nature. Its lush forests, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

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Ye Olde Swan Inn This pub is situated below the Church in this square, at the intersection. This picture was taken looking south.

Ye Olde Swan Inn

This pub is situated below the Church in this square, at the intersection. This picture was taken looking south.

Lairage: Burghclere I am told this is where horses are sometimes held while waiting to be transported. This is situated at the interchange of the A34 and the B4640 from Newtown. The picture was taken looking north and east.

Lairage: Burghclere

I am told this is where horses are sometimes held while waiting to be transported. This is situated at the interchange of the A34 and the B4640 from Newtown. The picture was taken looking north and east.

Ye Olde Swan Inn The pub lies in the extreme north of the square, in the eastern quadrant. As one comes down from the grid north of this one and as one passes over the riverbridge, the pub is in view between the B4640 and the junction with the road to Burgchlere, before it forks.

Ye Olde Swan Inn

The pub lies in the extreme north of the square, in the eastern quadrant. As one comes down from the grid north of this one and as one passes over the riverbridge, the pub is in view between the B4640 and the junction with the road to Burgchlere, before it forks.

The Stream alongside Ye Olde Swan Inn This stream runs diagonally through the square from NE-SW and is on the eastern side of the pub, between the pub and the road into Newtown.

The Stream alongside Ye Olde Swan Inn

This stream runs diagonally through the square from NE-SW and is on the eastern side of the pub, between the pub and the road into Newtown.

Newtown Church Newtown Church

Newtown Church

Newtown Church

Junction of Well Street and Harts Lane, Burghclere Junction of Well Street and Harts Lane, Burghclere

Junction of Well Street and Harts Lane, Burghclere

Junction of Well Street and Harts Lane, Burghclere

Silver Birch: Bark and Bracken A closeup of the birch bark . This birch copse is also overgrown with bracken.

Silver Birch: Bark and Bracken

A closeup of the birch bark . This birch copse is also overgrown with bracken.

Farmland near Newtown This field is in the centre of the square, south of Sydonton Common.

Farmland near Newtown

This field is in the centre of the square, south of Sydonton Common.

Farmland in Newtown This field is in the eastern half of the square between the edge of the square and Newtown house.

Farmland in Newtown

This field is in the eastern half of the square between the edge of the square and Newtown house.

Farmland near Newtown This field is in the north western section of the square, south of the road. The bearing looks more or less south east towards Arbuthnot Wood.

Farmland near Newtown

This field is in the north western section of the square, south of the road. The bearing looks more or less south east towards Arbuthnot Wood.

Pasture near Newtown These sheep were grazing in pasture in the north eastern section of the square. The bearing is more or less north, looking towards Rosemore Copse.

Pasture near Newtown

These sheep were grazing in pasture in the north eastern section of the square. The bearing is more or less north, looking towards Rosemore Copse.

Heather field: Newtown A surprise heather field in wooded area (mostly birch) near Newtown Grange and Newtown. This field is in the north western section of the square. The picture was taken from the footpath.

Heather field: Newtown

A surprise heather field in wooded area (mostly birch) near Newtown Grange and Newtown. This field is in the north western section of the square. The picture was taken from the footpath.

Heather near Newtown This heather field is alongside woodland in the north western section of the square. The square is mostly woodland or plantation with isolated detached residences spread across the square, mostly off the minor road and Sheepwash Lane.

Heather near Newtown

This heather field is alongside woodland in the north western section of the square. The square is mostly woodland or plantation with isolated detached residences spread across the square, mostly off the minor road and Sheepwash Lane.

Paddock near Newtown This paddock in the south eastern section of the square belongs to a stud farm in the area. This square is mostly farmland with some detached residences along the lanes.

Paddock near Newtown

This paddock in the south eastern section of the square belongs to a stud farm in the area. This square is mostly farmland with some detached residences along the lanes.

Woodland near Newtown This square is mostly woodland and farmland, with some detached residences spread across the square. There is also a school down one of the private roads in the square. This woodland is in the eastern section of the square.

Woodland near Newtown

This square is mostly woodland and farmland, with some detached residences spread across the square. There is also a school down one of the private roads in the square. This woodland is in the eastern section of the square.

Diocese of Winchester: Newtown Church This church is south west of the village, in the north eastern section of the square.

Diocese of Winchester: Newtown Church

This church is south west of the village, in the north eastern section of the square.

Road between Norman and Wellhouse Farms This square is mostly farmland. This is a view of the road from Norman Farm to Wellhouse farm looking more or less south west. The hedges along here have reached great heights and footpaths are somewhat overgrown.

Road between Norman and Wellhouse Farms

This square is mostly farmland. This is a view of the road from Norman Farm to Wellhouse farm looking more or less south west. The hedges along here have reached great heights and footpaths are somewhat overgrown.

Barley Fields near Ecchinswell This barley field is in the north western section of the square and the view is of the byway that runs east off the minor road in the western half of the square. This square is all farmland.

Barley Fields near Ecchinswell

This barley field is in the north western section of the square and the view is of the byway that runs east off the minor road in the western half of the square. This square is all farmland.

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Furzeground Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SU4862 (Lat: 51.357768, Lng: -1.3119166)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Basingstoke and Deane

Police Authority: Hampshire

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///remarked.consults.crispy. Near Greenham, Berkshire

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