Holdingham Plantation

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Holdingham Plantation

Café, shops and war memorial, Market Place, Sleaford
Café, shops and war memorial, Market Place, Sleaford Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Holdingham Plantation, located in Lincolnshire, England, is a serene and picturesque woodland area known for its rich history and natural beauty. The plantation is situated in the village of Holdingham, near the town of Sleaford.

Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, Holdingham Plantation is predominantly composed of mixed deciduous trees, including oak, birch, and beech. These majestic trees create a dense canopy, providing shelter for an array of wildlife. The woodland floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

The plantation has a fascinating past, dating back to the 18th century when it was initially established as a hunting ground for the local gentry. Over the years, it has evolved into a thriving ecosystem, offering a haven for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. Visitors can often spot squirrels, rabbits, and other small mammals scurrying about.

Holdingham Plantation is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and birdwatchers. The well-maintained network of walking trails allows visitors to explore the plantation's beauty at their leisure. It offers a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing the perfect opportunity for relaxation and reconnecting with nature.

The plantation is open to the public throughout the year, and admission is free. However, visitors are encouraged to adhere to the guidelines to ensure the protection of the flora and fauna within the woodland. Holdingham Plantation truly offers a delightful escape into the tranquility of nature, making it a must-visit destination in Lincolnshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.008377/-0.43579231 or Grid Reference TF0546. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Café, shops and war memorial, Market Place, Sleaford
Café, shops and war memorial, Market Place, Sleaford
Tesco at Sleaford Located on North Gate.
Tesco at Sleaford
Located on North Gate.
The Packhorse Inn, North Gate, Sleaford
The Packhorse Inn, North Gate, Sleaford
Stubble by the path The field to the left has produced its crop.  Not sure what it was but it's gone now!  Whatever it was, the field looks much better in June <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6189888">TF0546 : Footpath from Drove Lane to Holdingham</a>.
Stubble by the path
The field to the left has produced its crop. Not sure what it was but it's gone now! Whatever it was, the field looks much better in June TF0546 : Footpath from Drove Lane to Holdingham.
Natural arch Not a coastal arch, but a woodland arch comprising the public footpath to the east of the A15 as it nears the roundabout at Holdingham.
Natural arch
Not a coastal arch, but a woodland arch comprising the public footpath to the east of the A15 as it nears the roundabout at Holdingham.
Roadway to Highfield House The first part of this roadway (as far as the bend) follows the course of the former military railway to Cranwell <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cranwell_branch" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cranwell_branch">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>
Roadway to Highfield House
The first part of this roadway (as far as the bend) follows the course of the former military railway to Cranwell LinkExternal link
Grass track to the A17 This is a continuation of a bridleway which ends at the Leasingham/Sleaford parish boundary. There is no indication that the bridleway has ended and I suspect it is frequently used by walkers and horse riders.
Grass track to the A17
This is a continuation of a bridleway which ends at the Leasingham/Sleaford parish boundary. There is no indication that the bridleway has ended and I suspect it is frequently used by walkers and horse riders.
Farm track to Westfield Farm
Farm track to Westfield Farm
Field edge near Hall Farm. Leasingham
Field edge near Hall Farm. Leasingham
The heart of Sleaford Temporary installation for St Valentine's Day, extended for a few days after due to popular demand for selfies and social media posts. Each small heart attached to the frame, which also incorporates a seat, bears a personal message.
The heart of Sleaford
Temporary installation for St Valentine's Day, extended for a few days after due to popular demand for selfies and social media posts. Each small heart attached to the frame, which also incorporates a seat, bears a personal message.
Electricity substation on north side of Grantham Lane opposite Northfield Road Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark was levelled at 29.780m above Newlyn Datum in 1955 on a telephone exchange, the rendered building behind the substation
Electricity substation on north side of Grantham Lane opposite Northfield Road
Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark was levelled at 29.780m above Newlyn Datum in 1955 on a telephone exchange, the rendered building behind the substation
View down Hood Close
View down Hood Close
View eastwards along B1517 There is a milepost <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6728837">TF0544 : Old Milestone, on the B1517,  Quarrington</a> against a brick wall pier on the left hand side of the road
View eastwards along B1517
There is a milepost TF0544 : Old Milestone, on the B1517, Quarrington against a brick wall pier on the left hand side of the road
Entrance drives to Nos. 218a and 218 (Sheohar House)  on north side of Grantham Road Ordnance Survey documents indicate that cut mark benchmark levelled in 1955 at  28.613m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1970 on a culvert at the entrance to No. 218.
Entrance drives to Nos. 218a and 218 (Sheohar House) on north side of Grantham Road
Ordnance Survey documents indicate that cut mark benchmark levelled in 1955 at 28.613m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1970 on a culvert at the entrance to No. 218.
Sleaford Water Tower The centre of the water tower is a component of an Ordnance Survey intersected station trig point, <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://trigpointing.uk/trig/13478" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://trigpointing.uk/trig/13478">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>. Ordnance Survey records also indicate that a cut mark benchmark levelled at 30.425m above Newlyn Datum was verified  on the west face an abutment of the tower which is within a secure compound
Sleaford Water Tower
The centre of the water tower is a component of an Ordnance Survey intersected station trig point, LinkExternal link. Ordnance Survey records also indicate that a cut mark benchmark levelled at 30.425m above Newlyn Datum was verified on the west face an abutment of the tower which is within a secure compound
Clayhill Water Treatment Works and Sleaford Water Tower
Clayhill Water Treatment Works and Sleaford Water Tower
Houses at junction in Hood Close #24 at the corner
Houses at junction in Hood Close
#24 at the corner
Sleaford Water Tower
Sleaford Water Tower
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Holdingham Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TF0546 (Lat: 53.008377, Lng: -0.43579231)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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