Limekiln Plantation

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Limekiln Plantation

Heath Lane passing RAF Barkston Heath airfield
Heath Lane passing RAF Barkston Heath airfield Credit: Tim Heaton

Limekiln Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated just a few miles outside the town of Wood, this forested retreat covers an expansive area of approximately 500 acres. The plantation is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem, attracting nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of various species of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a vibrant and lush environment throughout the year. These trees provide a haven for numerous species of birds and small mammals, making Limekiln Plantation a popular spot for birdwatching and wildlife observation.

Visitors can explore the plantation through a network of well-maintained walking trails, offering opportunities to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The paths meander through the forest, leading to hidden clearings and picturesque viewpoints overlooking the surrounding countryside.

Limekiln Plantation also holds historical significance, as the name suggests. In the past, lime kilns were used to extract lime from limestone, which was then used for various purposes such as building materials and agriculture. Although the kilns are no longer operational, remnants of these structures can still be found within the plantation, serving as a reminder of the area's industrial past.

Overall, Limekiln Plantation in Lincolnshire is a captivating woodland retreat, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical elements make it a popular destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Limekiln Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.956806/-0.59756905 or Grid Reference SK9440. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Heath Lane passing RAF Barkston Heath airfield
Heath Lane passing RAF Barkston Heath airfield
Entrance to Heath Lane track At the edge of RAF Barkston Heath. The track leads down to Barkston in the Witham valley
Entrance to Heath Lane track
At the edge of RAF Barkston Heath. The track leads down to Barkston in the Witham valley
Heath Lane The belt of trees on the horizon, Minnets Wood, sits on the top of the escarpment overlooking the Witham valley
Heath Lane
The belt of trees on the horizon, Minnets Wood, sits on the top of the escarpment overlooking the Witham valley
Heath Lane approaching Minnet's Wood Running towards the edge of the escarpment of Jurassic Lincolnshire Limestone
Heath Lane approaching Minnet's Wood
Running towards the edge of the escarpment of Jurassic Lincolnshire Limestone
North Lodge at the top of Minnett's Hill Once part of the former Syston Park estate. The hill drops down the Jurassic limestone escarpment towards the River Witham.
North Lodge at the top of Minnett's Hill
Once part of the former Syston Park estate. The hill drops down the Jurassic limestone escarpment towards the River Witham.
Bridleway by a field of oats The bridleway leads towards Honington
Bridleway by a field of oats
The bridleway leads towards Honington
Honington Camp hill fort Part of the defensive earth banks of an Iron Age hill fort or settlement <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Monument/MLI30366" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Monument/MLI30366">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> <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.stone-circles.org.uk/stone/honington.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.stone-circles.org.uk/stone/honington.htm">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> . It sits close to the top of the Jurassic limestone escarpment overlooking the Witham valley and Vale of Belvoir.
Honington Camp hill fort
Part of the defensive earth banks of an Iron Age hill fort or settlement LinkExternal link LinkExternal link . It sits close to the top of the Jurassic limestone escarpment overlooking the Witham valley and Vale of Belvoir.
Heath Lane passing East Lodge The lodge was once part of the former Syston Park estate
Heath Lane passing East Lodge
The lodge was once part of the former Syston Park estate
Green Lane, Syston, Grantham Running by the estate wall of the former Syston Park, on the edge of the Jurassic limestone scarpment overlooking Grantham
Green Lane, Syston, Grantham
Running by the estate wall of the former Syston Park, on the edge of the Jurassic limestone scarpment overlooking Grantham
Turkey Oak Quercus cerris, the Turkey Oak was introduced in 1700.
Turkey Oak
Quercus cerris, the Turkey Oak was introduced in 1700.
Quercus cerris The trunk of the tree seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7339767">SK9340 : Turkey Oak</a>.
Quercus cerris
The trunk of the tree seen in SK9340 : Turkey Oak.
Always look up The crown and upper parts of the tree seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7339767">SK9340 : Turkey Oak</a>.
Always look up
The crown and upper parts of the tree seen in SK9340 : Turkey Oak.
Quercus cerris, Turkey Oak The bark of the tree seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7339767">SK9340 : Turkey Oak</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7339769">SK9340 : Quercus cerris</a>.
Quercus cerris, Turkey Oak
The bark of the tree seen in SK9340 : Turkey Oak and SK9340 : Quercus cerris.
Stag Inn, Barkston At the junction of Church Street and the A607
Stag Inn, Barkston
At the junction of Church Street and the A607
The main road through Barkston
The main road through Barkston
Church of St Nicholas, Barkston Listed Grade I. "Norman to Perpendicular church. Mainly of 12th century date, of which tower with 14th century spire and south arcade remain, with 14th and 15th century alterations" <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Monument/MLI30411" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Monument/MLI30411">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>
Church of St Nicholas, Barkston
Listed Grade I. "Norman to Perpendicular church. Mainly of 12th century date, of which tower with 14th century spire and south arcade remain, with 14th and 15th century alterations" LinkExternal link
War Memorial and Church Street, Barkston The memorial commemorates ten men of Barkston who fell in the 1st World War, and the one man who died in the 2nd World War <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.roll-of-honour.com/Lincolnshire/Barkston.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.roll-of-honour.com/Lincolnshire/Barkston.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>
War Memorial and Church Street, Barkston
The memorial commemorates ten men of Barkston who fell in the 1st World War, and the one man who died in the 2nd World War LinkExternal link
Service station on the A607 through Barkston The Londis brand is now part of Tescos
Service station on the A607 through Barkston
The Londis brand is now part of Tescos
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Limekiln Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SK9440 (Lat: 52.956806, Lng: -0.59756905)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.956806,-0.59756905
Syston Park
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Lat/Long: 52.956702/-0.5924351
Sunny Cottage
Place: isolated_dwelling
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Lat/Long: 52.9600362/-0.6015195
Rose Cottage
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Lat/Long: 52.9533468/-0.5971132
South Lodge
Place: isolated_dwelling
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Lat/Long: 52.9533365/-0.5983305
Syston Hall
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Lat/Long: 52.9548136/-0.6011595
Randal Hill
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