Bottom Plantation

Wood, Forest in Nottinghamshire Rushcliffe

England

Bottom Plantation

Bottom Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Nottinghamshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, it covers an area of approximately 100 hectares and forms part of the larger Sherwood Forest. The plantation is known for its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, creating a lush and vibrant landscape.

The woodland is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Visitors can explore the numerous walking trails that wind through the plantation, immersing themselves in the natural beauty of the area. The well-maintained paths make it accessible for people of all ages and abilities.

Bottom Plantation is also home to a rich variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers. Birdwatchers can spot a wide range of avian species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers. Small mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and foxes can also be spotted in the woodland, adding to its enchanting atmosphere.

The plantation has a unique history, as it was once part of the legendary Sherwood Forest, famous for its association with Robin Hood. The ancient oaks and dense undergrowth evoke a sense of mystery and folklore, transporting visitors back in time. Many believe that the plantation still holds the spirit of the legendary outlaw, making it an intriguing destination for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Bottom Plantation in Nottinghamshire offers a serene escape into nature, providing visitors with a chance to connect with the natural world and immerse themselves in the beauty of Sherwood Forest.

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Bottom Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.96459/-0.93638792 or Grid Reference SK7141. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses on Priors Close

JThomas

Roundabout on Fosse Way, Bingham

David Howard

Bingham Station: towards Nottingham

Bingham is a stop on the Grantham-Nottingham line. The station house dates from the opening of the line in 1850 and was designed by the celebrated Nottingham architect T C Hine. The platform waiting rooms were demolished many years ago and the station master's house, no longer in railway use, was adapted, though many of its original external features remain.

John Sutton

Bingham Station: towards Grantham

Bingham is a stop on the Nottingham-Grantham line. The modern footbridge replaces an elegant Victorian iron lattice type, which Nigel Thompson's SK7040 : Bingham railway station, Nottinghamshire, 1983 shows.

John Sutton

Bingham: former railway goods shed

No longer in railway use, this was once Bingham East goods shed, reached from the Down (Nottingham) line. Ben Brooksbank's SK7040 : Bingham Station (1963) shows the rail side of this shed, with a glimpse of the Station Road mill, next to it, which no longer exists. Bingham West goods shed was served by the Up (Grantham) line, with road access from Chapel Lane.

John Sutton

Bingham Station

Bingham Station, built by the Ambergate, Nottingham & Boston & Eastern Junction Railway (only the Nottingham-Grantham section was built) opened in 1850. The line became part of the Great Northern Railway 1861 and passed to the LNER at the 1923 Railway Grouping. The station buildings were designed by the celebrated Nottingham architect T C Hine. The platform buildings were demolished some time after the station became an unstaffed halt in the late 1960s and only the station house seen here remains, in adapted form but retaining a number of original features.

John Sutton

Bingham Women's Institute Hall

On Station Street, quite near the railway station. A model-railway event was taking place in the Hall on this Sunday afternoon in early August.

John Sutton

Bingham: a stinkpipe on Station Street

The sewer vent pipe on the left is the concrete-cased type found elsewhere in the county and the rest of the country. The Butter Cross public house is on the right and the railway station is at the far end of the street, in SK7040.

John Sutton

The Scarrington Horseshoes

This pile of horseshoes outside the old Smithy was built by the village blacksmith using discarded horseshoes. An American tried to buy it and ship over to the USA, but a Preservation Order was put on it, preventing him from doing so.

Robert Martin

Preparing the land

land belonging to Foss Farm, near Bingham

Tom Courtney

Road sign and Island

the island was built near the remains of Margidvnvm, a roman town

Tom Courtney

Junction of The Fosse Way and Butt Lane

Not far from East Bridgford

Tom Courtney

Tenman Lane, Car Colston

Car Colston Stud Farm entrance is seen on the left

Tom Courtney

"The Fosse Way"

This part of a very straight road ( A46 ) is running NE to Newark.

Tom Courtney

Closes Side Lane

Runs from East Bridgford to the Fosse Way

Tom Courtney

Saint Mary's Church, Car Colston

The church consists of a chancel, N and S aisles, nave and W tower and S porch. The earliest part of the existing structure is the lower part of the tower, which is 13thc., the remainder of the tower being Perp faced with Ancaster stone. The chancel and nave date from the 14thc. There is a very fine 14thc. piscina and sedilia on the S side of the chancel. The font is the only Romanesque feature.

Bob Danylec