Deepdale Plantation

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Deepdale Plantation

Direction Sign – Signpost on Grantham Road, Hough on the Hill Located on the west side of the junction of Grantham Road and High Road in Hough on the Hill parish. 3 arms and pawn finial.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_SK9246
Direction Sign – Signpost on Grantham Road, Hough on the Hill Credit: D Phillips

Deepdale Plantation is a sprawling woodland estate located in the picturesque county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated on the outskirts of the charming village of Wood, the plantation covers an area of approximately 500 acres, predominantly consisting of lush forests and verdant landscapes.

The plantation is renowned for its rich biodiversity, boasting a diverse range of plant and animal species. Towering oak, beech, and pine trees dominate the landscape, providing a haven for local wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a variety of bird species. The woodland is also home to several rare and protected plant species, making it a significant conservation area.

Visitors to Deepdale Plantation can explore the vast network of well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the estate. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

Additionally, the plantation offers various recreational activities, such as birdwatching, photography, and picnicking. Visitors can also partake in educational programs and guided tours organized by the plantation, providing an opportunity to learn about the local ecosystem and the importance of sustainable forestry practices.

Deepdale Plantation is not only a haven for nature lovers but also plays a crucial role in the region's economy. The sustainable forestry practices employed on the estate contribute to the local timber industry, providing employment opportunities and supporting the local economy.

In conclusion, Deepdale Plantation is a captivating woodland estate in Lincolnshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature, explore diverse ecosystems, and appreciate the importance of conservation and sustainable forestry practices.

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Direction Sign – Signpost on Grantham Road, Hough on the Hill Located on the west side of the junction of Grantham Road and High Road in Hough on the Hill parish. 3 arms and pawn finial.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_SK9246
Direction Sign – Signpost on Grantham Road, Hough on the Hill
Located on the west side of the junction of Grantham Road and High Road in Hough on the Hill parish. 3 arms and pawn finial. Milestone Society National ID: LI_SK9246
Hough Lane Level Crossing Crossing the 'Poacher Line' running from Grantham to Skegness via Sleaford and Boston. The crossing is signed Hough Lane, OS map calls this Hough Road
Hough Lane Level Crossing
Crossing the 'Poacher Line' running from Grantham to Skegness via Sleaford and Boston. The crossing is signed Hough Lane, OS map calls this Hough Road
Hough Road from the north side of Grove Plantations
Hough Road from the north side of Grove Plantations
Church of St Wilfred, Honington Listed Grade I, from the 11th century.
Church of St Wilfred, Honington
Listed Grade I, from the 11th century.
Main Street leaving the south side of Honington
Main Street leaving the south side of Honington
Frinkley Lane crossing Hough Road The Viking Way comes down Hough Road from the north (ahead), and turns left along Frinkley Lane
Frinkley Lane crossing Hough Road
The Viking Way comes down Hough Road from the north (ahead), and turns left along Frinkley Lane
Hough Road rising up to the Red House ridge Rising from Jurassic mudstones in the valley of Honington Beck to a ridge of harder sandstones and ironstones <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://geologyviewer.bgs.ac.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://geologyviewer.bgs.ac.uk/">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>
Hough Road rising up to the Red House ridge
Rising from Jurassic mudstones in the valley of Honington Beck to a ridge of harder sandstones and ironstones LinkExternal link
Footpath running along the ridge below The Red House The footpath runs to Carlton Scroop. It is probably little used as Howdale Lane immediately to the north offers an easier traffic-free route
Footpath running along the ridge below The Red House
The footpath runs to Carlton Scroop. It is probably little used as Howdale Lane immediately to the north offers an easier traffic-free route
Howdale Lane east of Belle Vue Farm Taking the Viking Way east to Carlton Scroop
Howdale Lane east of Belle Vue Farm
Taking the Viking Way east to Carlton Scroop
Howdale Lane Taking the Viking Way west to Hough Road
Howdale Lane
Taking the Viking Way west to Hough Road
Grantham Road (A607) entering Carlton Scroop 'Carlton' means the settlement of freemen or peasants ('karl' + 'ton'). Scroop derives from the Scrope family who held the manor
Grantham Road (A607) entering Carlton Scroop
'Carlton' means the settlement of freemen or peasants ('karl' + 'ton'). Scroop derives from the Scrope family who held the manor
Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop Listed Grade I. With a flower rich 'God's Acre' <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7524836">SK9444 : God's Acre, Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop</a>
Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop
Listed Grade I. With a flower rich 'God's Acre' SK9444 : God's Acre, Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop
God's Acre, Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop "This churchyard has been managed for its botanical diversity since 1996.  The different habitats within the churchyard attract many different species of wildlife between 2015 and 2018 over 200 species of plants, invertebrates, mammals and birds have been recorded here." <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.caringforgodsacre.org.uk/churchyard/carlton-scroop-st-nicholas/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.caringforgodsacre.org.uk/churchyard/carlton-scroop-st-nicholas/">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>
God's Acre, Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop
"This churchyard has been managed for its botanical diversity since 1996. The different habitats within the churchyard attract many different species of wildlife between 2015 and 2018 over 200 species of plants, invertebrates, mammals and birds have been recorded here." LinkExternal link
The A607 running north from Carlton Scroop The road runs along the foot of the limestone escarpment of 'Lincoln Cliff'
The A607 running north from Carlton Scroop
The road runs along the foot of the limestone escarpment of 'Lincoln Cliff'
Hough Road, looking south from Carlton Ashes The road carries the Viking Way. The footpath to the left goes to Carlton Scroop
Hough Road, looking south from Carlton Ashes
The road carries the Viking Way. The footpath to the left goes to Carlton Scroop
All Saints' church, Hough on the Hill, Lincs. Only 4 church towers in the country have a Saxon external staircase turret and All Saints' has arguably the best. A church rich in history and fine architecture, a churchyard of fine trees in a very pretty village.
All Saints' church, Hough on the Hill, Lincs.
Only 4 church towers in the country have a Saxon external staircase turret and All Saints' has arguably the best. A church rich in history and fine architecture, a churchyard of fine trees in a very pretty village.
St.Nicholas' church, Carlton Scroop, Lincs. The lower part of the tower and tower arch are Norman, but the upper part is dated 1632, and inscription inside reveals that the steeple fell into the church on 14th November 1630 !
St.Nicholas' church, Carlton Scroop, Lincs.
The lower part of the tower and tower arch are Norman, but the upper part is dated 1632, and inscription inside reveals that the steeple fell into the church on 14th November 1630 !
St.Wilfrid's church, Honington, Lincs. A hidden gem tucked away behind the former vicarage and approached through the garden. A fine Norman nave and Early English chancel and tower, fine furnishings and Monuments to the Hussey family.
St.Wilfrid's church, Honington, Lincs.
A hidden gem tucked away behind the former vicarage and approached through the garden. A fine Norman nave and Early English chancel and tower, fine furnishings and Monuments to the Hussey family.
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Deepdale Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SK9344 (Lat: 52.9924, Lng: -0.60925921)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

What 3 Words

///sifts.barstool.rural. Near Caythorpe, Lincolnshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.9924,-0.60925921
Carlton Ashes
Place: locality
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Lat/Long: 52.9952218/-0.6093414
Howdale Farm
Place: farm
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Lat/Long: 52.9949498/-0.6145331
The Red House
Place: isolated_dwelling
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Lat/Long: 52.9913302/-0.61529
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