Bromham Plantation

Wood, Forest in Bedfordshire

England

Bromham Plantation

Stevington Belts Bluebell woods near the Great Ouse, at their best on a preternaturally warm late April afternoon. — Stevington Belts Credit: Tiger

Bromham Plantation, located in Bedfordshire, England, is a picturesque woodland area that spans over 30 hectares. Situated on the outskirts of the village of Bromham, this plantation offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is primarily composed of a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. Visitors will be captivated by the beautiful displays of bluebells in the spring, while the autumn months bring a stunning array of colors as the leaves change.

Bromham Plantation offers a range of walking trails, providing an opportunity for nature enthusiasts to explore its natural beauty. The paths wind through the woodland, allowing visitors to discover hidden glades, ancient trees, and an abundance of wildlife. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the variety of bird species that call this plantation home, making it an ideal spot for observing and photographing avian wildlife.

In addition to its natural wonders, Bromham Plantation also has a rich historical background. It was once part of a larger estate and has been managed as a plantation since the 18th century. This historical significance adds an extra layer of charm to the woodland, making it a place of interest for history buffs and nature lovers alike.

Overall, Bromham Plantation is a tranquil and enchanting woodland area that offers a wealth of natural beauty and historical significance. Whether you're seeking a peaceful walk in nature, a chance to spot wildlife, or an opportunity to immerse yourself in history, this plantation is a must-visit destination in Bedfordshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.163371/-0.52946876 or Grid Reference TL0052. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stevington Belts Bluebell woods near the Great Ouse, at their best on a preternaturally warm late April afternoon.

Stevington Belts

Bluebell woods near the Great Ouse, at their best on a preternaturally warm late April afternoon.

John Bunyan trail Leaving Bromham, over the hill towards Stevington

John Bunyan trail

Leaving Bromham, over the hill towards Stevington

John Bunyan trail Leaving Bromham, over the hill towards Stevington

John Bunyan trail

Leaving Bromham, over the hill towards Stevington

John Bunyan trail Looking towards Bromham, behind me is the small village of Stevington.

John Bunyan trail

Looking towards Bromham, behind me is the small village of Stevington.

Former Railway Line The ex Bedford to Northampton line crosses here, this is a footpath. The bricks are the former pig sty for Skylark cottage which is a burnt out shell.

Former Railway Line

The ex Bedford to Northampton line crosses here, this is a footpath. The bricks are the former pig sty for Skylark cottage which is a burnt out shell.

Former Railway Line Bedford to Northampton line closed in the mid 1960s under Beeching cuts.

Former Railway Line

Bedford to Northampton line closed in the mid 1960s under Beeching cuts.

Former Railway Line Bedford to Northampton line closed in the mid 1960s under Beeching cuts.

Former Railway Line

Bedford to Northampton line closed in the mid 1960s under Beeching cuts.

Stevington Windmill A post mill with four common cloth type sails, the last mill to use this ancient technology commercially. The building was built in 1770 and restored in 1921,1958 and 2004. All the internal machinery is intact, inside is one set of stones with a governor and iron tentering beam. There is no faintail, this is a very simple machine. Once called on a survey &#039;useless&#039;. It was used mostly for grinding cattle feed until 1939 before purchased by Bedford Borough Council as part of the County&#039;s contribution to the Festival of Britain.
It is sometimes used, for example mills open weekend. Access can be gained via a key from the Royal George in the village.

Stevington Windmill

A post mill with four common cloth type sails, the last mill to use this ancient technology commercially. The building was built in 1770 and restored in 1921,1958 and 2004. All the internal machinery is intact, inside is one set of stones with a governor and iron tentering beam. There is no faintail, this is a very simple machine. Once called on a survey 'useless'. It was used mostly for grinding cattle feed until 1939 before purchased by Bedford Borough Council as part of the County's contribution to the Festival of Britain. It is sometimes used, for example mills open weekend. Access can be gained via a key from the Royal George in the village.

Stevington village centre Little has changed in 6/7 years <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/88066">SP9853 : Stevington village centre</a>

The great Domesday survey of 1086 recorded Stevington (Stiuentone) as one of the richest parishes in the County. The cross was probably erected by Hugh II, Bishop of Lincoln, between 1207 and 1227. It may originally have stood at the Hospice.
The pub is for let, the Royal George is around the corner.

Stevington village centre

Little has changed in 6/7 years SP9853 : Stevington village centre The great Domesday survey of 1086 recorded Stevington (Stiuentone) as one of the richest parishes in the County. The cross was probably erected by Hugh II, Bishop of Lincoln, between 1207 and 1227. It may originally have stood at the Hospice. The pub is for let, the Royal George is around the corner.

Stevington Windmill The four common sails are not very common these days as they required a lot of work. Its very dated technology compared to patent sails.

Stevington Windmill

The four common sails are not very common these days as they required a lot of work. Its very dated technology compared to patent sails.

Stevington Windmill The postmill on an otherwise overcast cloudy day. This year the farm hasn&#039;t planted oil seed rape.

Stevington Windmill

The postmill on an otherwise overcast cloudy day. This year the farm hasn't planted oil seed rape.

Stevington Windmill P Keech restored the mill in 1921, the build date of 1770 can also be seen.

Stevington Windmill

P Keech restored the mill in 1921, the build date of 1770 can also be seen.

Stevington Windmill The crown and central pivot post can be seen here as can the grain bin. The governor is to the left.

Stevington Windmill

The crown and central pivot post can be seen here as can the grain bin. The governor is to the left.

Stevington Windmill The tentering gear can be seen, a later 19th C addition. The simple setup can be seen with the stone above running a belt to the governor. The balls swing out via centrifugal inertia moving the steel yard up or down. Via a pivot this adjusts the tentering arm and thus the distance between the stones, maintaining quality.

Stevington Windmill

The tentering gear can be seen, a later 19th C addition. The simple setup can be seen with the stone above running a belt to the governor. The balls swing out via centrifugal inertia moving the steel yard up or down. Via a pivot this adjusts the tentering arm and thus the distance between the stones, maintaining quality.

Stevington Windmill This is it! Basically the brakewheel straight onto a stone nut and one pair of Derbyshire grits. The massive windshaft is obviously from one big tree trunk.

Stevington Windmill

This is it! Basically the brakewheel straight onto a stone nut and one pair of Derbyshire grits. The massive windshaft is obviously from one big tree trunk.

Stevington Windmill The windshaft runs the vital sack hoist which in turn engased via a handle and rope.

Stevington Windmill

The windshaft runs the vital sack hoist which in turn engased via a handle and rope.

Stevington Windmill Just the one pair for grinding animal feed on Derbyshire grits.

Stevington Windmill

Just the one pair for grinding animal feed on Derbyshire grits.

Stevington Windmill Governor and tentering beam. The tentering gear can be seen, a later 19th C addition. The simple setup can be seen with the stone above running a belt to the governor. The balls swing out via centrifugal inertia moving the steel yard up or down. Via a pivot this adjusts the tentering arm and thus the distance between the stones, maintaining quality.

Stevington Windmill

Governor and tentering beam. The tentering gear can be seen, a later 19th C addition. The simple setup can be seen with the stone above running a belt to the governor. The balls swing out via centrifugal inertia moving the steel yard up or down. Via a pivot this adjusts the tentering arm and thus the distance between the stones, maintaining quality.

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Bromham Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL0052 (Lat: 52.163371, Lng: -0.52946876)

Unitary Authority: Bedford

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.163371,-0.52946876

Waterway: weir

Lat/Long: 52.165229/-0.5292462

Waterway: weir

Lat/Long: 52.1649391/-0.5306087

Mushroom Hill

Place: locality

Source: OS 1:25k

Lat/Long: 52.1625244/-0.5284333

Barrier: kissing_gate

Bicycle: no

Foot: yes

Source: GPS

Lat/Long: 52.1644465/-0.5289391

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.1616227/-0.5233381

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.1613677/-0.5235669

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.1605971/-0.5242814

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.1598379/-0.5249773

Advertising: board

Lit: no

Operator: Oakley Reyes

Lat/Long: 52.165516/-0.5269907

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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