Three Corner Plantation

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Hart

England

Three Corner Plantation

The A30, Hartfordbridge A fairly regular stopping point if you click this spot on my map. — The A30, Hartfordbridge Credit: David Howard

Three Corner Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Hampshire, England. Spanning over a vast expanse of land, this plantation is known for its dense and diverse forest. It forms part of the larger New Forest National Park, renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity.

The woodland is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a stunning canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding a burst of color to the surroundings.

Three Corner Plantation offers a variety of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its serene and tranquil ambiance. These paths wind through the forest, offering glimpses of enchanting wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species. Nature enthusiasts can indulge in birdwatching or simply soak in the peaceful atmosphere.

The plantation also boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back centuries. It has been carefully managed over the years to preserve its natural beauty and protect its inhabitants. The conservation efforts have ensured the survival of several rare and endangered species, making Three Corner Plantation an important ecological site.

Visitors to Three Corner Plantation can enjoy a picnic in one of the designated areas or simply relax on one of the many benches strategically placed throughout the woodland. The plantation offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing an opportunity to reconnect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Hampshire's woodlands.

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Three Corner Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.315066/-0.86752034 or Grid Reference SU7957. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The A30, Hartfordbridge

A fairly regular stopping point if you click this spot on my map.

David Howard

New water features

At the time of submitting this photo, these flooded gravel pits are not shown on the Ordnance Survey maps.

don cload

Deep Pit

A very deep flooded gravel pit; maybe they are trying to breed the Loch Ness Monster!

don cload

Brook by public footpath

It may be the River Hart.

Robin Webster

Top end of Ivyhole Hill

Not much of a hill at this end of the road.

Robin Webster

Ivyhole Hill

This part of the 'hill' is fairly level, the descent is further along.

Robin Webster

Antiques and Collectables, Hartfordbridge

Formerly the White Lion pub.

Robin Webster

Hartfordbridge: Eastbound A30

This is the eastbound A30 on the approach to Hartford Bridge that takes the road over the River Hart. This is the original single carriageway road. When it was made into a dual carriageway the westbound road went over a new bridge.

Nigel Cox

River Hart (Eastern Arm): At Bakers Bridge (1)

This is the view looking downstream from Bakers Bridge. This watercourse is a tributary of the main River Hart which rises in Crondall and runs through Dogmersfield and Elvetham. This arm flows down from Fleet Pond. Please see SU7856 : The River Hart for a similar view taken about 8 years previously.

Nigel Cox

River Hart (Eastern Arm): At Bakers Bridge (2)

This is the view looking upstream from Bakers Bridge towards Fleet. This watercourse is a tributary of the main River Hart which rises in Crondall and runs through Dogmersfield and Elvetham. The white post is a water level gauge.

Nigel Cox

Old Milestone by the A30, London Road, Hartley Wintney

Carved stone post by the A30, in parish of HARTLEY WINTNEY (HART District), London Road, East of Hartley Wintney, on wide well cut grass verge, in front of high garden wall, on South side of road. Hartford limestone diamond, erected by the Basingstoke, Hartfordbridge & Blackwater (and Odiham) turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : (BASINGSTOKE / 9½) : : Parish / of / Hartley Wintney : : LONDON / 36 : : Hartford / bridge / ¼ / (BAGSHOT / 9¾) : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1339877 Link

Milestone Society National ID: HA_LE36.

K Lawrence

Old Milestone by the A30 at Hartford Bridge Flats

Carved stone post by the A30, in parish of Hartley Wintney (Hart District), West end of Blackbushe Airport, in undergrowth in front of woodland, on South side of road. Hartford limestone diamond, erected by the Basingstoke, Hartfordbridge & Blackwater (and Odiham) turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : Hartford / Bridge / 1¾ : : LONDON / 34 : : Bagshot / 7¾ : Carved benchmark on back lower right. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1092264 Link

Milestone Society National ID: HA_LE34

A Rosevear

White Lion Antiques

Situated at Hartford Bridge on London Road, the former coaching inn is now playing host to over 100 sellers of antiques, collectibles and other goods.

Stuart Shepherd

Heathland in November, Castle Bottom NNR

Sandy, gravelly terrain, but poorly drained after a long rainy spell.

Stefan Czapski

Heathland in November, Castle Bottom NNR (2)

Higher ground on the south side of this National Nature Reserve. Tree species are typical of heathland: silver birch and Scots pine. Photo taken in one of the brighter spells on a chilly day at the end of November.

Stefan Czapski

Gravel pit scenery, Eversley Common

Much the same view as in: Link Although these gravel workings seem to have been abandoned for quite some years, at the time of submitting this item the OS still mapped this area as conifer plantation.

Stefan Czapski