Ash Plantation

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Ash Plantation

It's not a joke Warning sign in front of the ha ha at Greys Court. As well as a wall the ha ha hides a pond.
It's not a joke Credit: don cload

Ash Plantation is a well-preserved woodland located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is known for its diverse range of tree species, primarily consisting of ash trees (Fraxinus excelsior). The plantation is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by picturesque countryside and gently rolling hills.

The woodland is managed by the local forestry commission, ensuring its conservation and sustainability. It serves as an important habitat for various flora and fauna, providing shelter and sustenance for a wide range of bird species, mammals, and insects. The plantation is particularly renowned for its rich birdlife, attracting enthusiasts and ornithologists from near and far.

Walking trails meander through the plantation, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of the area. These paths are well-maintained, making them accessible to all, including families and individuals with mobility limitations. Information boards are strategically placed along the trails, providing educational insights into the local ecosystem and its inhabitants.

Ash Plantation offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it an ideal location for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers. The changing seasons bring a vibrant display of colors, with blossoming wildflowers in the spring, lush greenery in the summer, and a breathtaking array of autumnal hues in the fall.

Overall, Ash Plantation in Oxfordshire is a captivating woodland that offers a wonderful escape into nature, showcasing the beauty and diversity of the British countryside.

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It's not a joke Warning sign in front of the ha ha at Greys Court. As well as a wall the ha ha hides a pond.
It's not a joke
Warning sign in front of the ha ha at Greys Court. As well as a wall the ha ha hides a pond.
Old Mound in a Field Marked as an Antiquity on the map, this is all there is to see.
Burial? Remains of an old castle? Here is what the experts have to say: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/4637.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/4637.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
All a bit of an anti climax really.
Old Mound in a Field
Marked as an Antiquity on the map, this is all there is to see. Burial? Remains of an old castle? Here is what the experts have to say: LinkExternal link All a bit of an anti climax really.
Flower Meadow, Rotherfield Greys A bit of set aside in full bloom.
Flower Meadow, Rotherfield Greys
A bit of set aside in full bloom.
Hamlet of Crosslanes Crosslanes is only three or four houses.
Hamlet of Crosslanes
Crosslanes is only three or four houses.
Beacon, Rotherfield Greys This is in a field over the road from the Maltsters Arms pub.
It's just a fire basket on a pole. Was it done for the Millennium or something? 
It would be a fine thing to fire it up on a Summer night and carry your pint over and sit round it, but I guess that would be a tad too wild for the Health & Safety inquisitors.
Beacon, Rotherfield Greys
This is in a field over the road from the Maltsters Arms pub. It's just a fire basket on a pole. Was it done for the Millennium or something? It would be a fine thing to fire it up on a Summer night and carry your pint over and sit round it, but I guess that would be a tad too wild for the Health & Safety inquisitors.
Sheep in  Long Grass
Sheep in Long Grass
Flowercroft Wood 2 These woods are open to walkers under a joint agreement between the owner and the Forestry Department.
Flowercroft Wood 2
These woods are open to walkers under a joint agreement between the owner and the Forestry Department.
Fritillary Butterfly, Flowercroft Wood
Fritillary Butterfly, Flowercroft Wood
Henley Town Hall
Henley Town Hall
Grey's Court House 16th century tudor mansion used as a family home until 2003
Grey's Court House
16th century tudor mansion used as a family home until 2003
Tower House & Tower, Grey's Court Greys Court is a Tudor country house and associated gardens, located at the southern end of the Chiltern Hills at Rotherfield Greys, near Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. It is owned by the National Trust.

The name derives from an old connection to the Grey family, descendants of the Norman knight Anchetil de Greye. The estate or manor of Rotherfield Greys upon which Greys Court is situated is specifically mentioned in the Domesday Book. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greys_Court" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greys_Court">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-greyscourt" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-greyscourt">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tower House & Tower, Grey's Court
Greys Court is a Tudor country house and associated gardens, located at the southern end of the Chiltern Hills at Rotherfield Greys, near Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. It is owned by the National Trust. The name derives from an old connection to the Grey family, descendants of the Norman knight Anchetil de Greye. The estate or manor of Rotherfield Greys upon which Greys Court is situated is specifically mentioned in the Domesday Book. LinkExternal link Website: LinkExternal link
Farmland south of Grey's Court
Farmland south of Grey's Court
Heart shaped pond - Grey's Court Part of the formal gardens to the east of the house
Heart shaped pond - Grey's Court
Part of the formal gardens to the east of the house
Formal Garden - Grey's Court Greys Court is a Tudor country house and associated gardens, located at the southern end of the Chiltern Hills at Rotherfield Greys, near Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. It is owned by the National Trust.

The name derives from an old connection to the Grey family, descendants of the Norman knight Anchetil de Greye. The estate or manor of Rotherfield Greys upon which Greys Court is situated is specifically mentioned in the Domesday Book. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greys_Court" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greys_Court">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-greyscourt" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-greyscourt">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Formal Garden - Grey's Court
Greys Court is a Tudor country house and associated gardens, located at the southern end of the Chiltern Hills at Rotherfield Greys, near Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. It is owned by the National Trust. The name derives from an old connection to the Grey family, descendants of the Norman knight Anchetil de Greye. The estate or manor of Rotherfield Greys upon which Greys Court is situated is specifically mentioned in the Domesday Book. LinkExternal link Website: LinkExternal link
Tower at Grey's Court Viewed from the formal garden
Tower at Grey's Court
Viewed from the formal garden
Ice House - Grey's Court 19th century thatched out building in the grounds of Grey's Court
Ice House - Grey's Court
19th century thatched out building in the grounds of Grey's Court
Grey's Court grounds Greys Court is a Tudor country house and associated gardens, located at the southern end of the Chiltern Hills at Rotherfield Greys, near Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. It is owned by the National Trust.

The name derives from an old connection to the Grey family, descendants of the Norman knight Anchetil de Greye. The estate or manor of Rotherfield Greys upon which Greys Court is situated is specifically mentioned in the Domesday Book. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greys_Court" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greys_Court">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-greyscourt" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-greyscourt">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Grey's Court grounds
Greys Court is a Tudor country house and associated gardens, located at the southern end of the Chiltern Hills at Rotherfield Greys, near Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. It is owned by the National Trust. The name derives from an old connection to the Grey family, descendants of the Norman knight Anchetil de Greye. The estate or manor of Rotherfield Greys upon which Greys Court is situated is specifically mentioned in the Domesday Book. LinkExternal link Website: LinkExternal link
Footbridge over Ha-Ha In the grounds of Grey's Court
Footbridge over Ha-Ha
In the grounds of Grey's Court
Show me another place!

Ash Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SU7382 (Lat: 51.538136, Lng: -0.93444792)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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