Bruce's Plantation

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Bruce's Plantation

Farmland, farmland... Looking NW from the track at TL107064 by Hill End Farm (buildings at right).
Farmland, farmland... Credit: Rob Hinkley

Bruce's Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Hertfordshire, England. Spanning over a vast area, this woodland is well-known for its dense and diverse forest cover. The plantation is named after its founder, Bruce, who established it in the early 20th century.

The woodland features a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and pine, which contribute to its rich biodiversity. The thick foliage provides a haven for numerous wildlife species, including birds, squirrels, and deer, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Visitors to Bruce's Plantation can enjoy a serene and tranquil environment, perfect for walking, hiking, or simply immersing oneself in nature. The well-maintained footpaths meander through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its natural beauty.

In addition to its natural attractions, Bruce's Plantation also boasts several well-placed benches and picnic areas, offering visitors the opportunity to relax and enjoy a picnic amidst the lush greenery. The plantation is also home to a small stream that adds to the charm of the surroundings.

Its convenient location near the town of Hertfordshire makes Bruce's Plantation easily accessible for locals and tourists alike. The woodland is open to the public throughout the year, with no admission fee, making it an ideal destination for a day trip or a weekend getaway.

Overall, Bruce's Plantation in Hertfordshire is a stunning woodland that showcases the beauty of nature. Its verdant forest, diverse wildlife, and tranquil ambiance make it a must-visit destination for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Bruce's Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.757433/-0.3980034 or Grid Reference TL1007. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland, farmland... Looking NW from the track at TL107064 by Hill End Farm (buildings at right).
Farmland, farmland...
Looking NW from the track at TL107064 by Hill End Farm (buildings at right).
Gorhambury House The Gorhambury estate is private, but the owners allow the hoi-polloi to walk and cycle on their roads. 
Photo: Looking NE from the road at about TL111076.
Gorhambury House
The Gorhambury estate is private, but the owners allow the hoi-polloi to walk and cycle on their roads. Photo: Looking NE from the road at about TL111076.
House in Hogg End Lane This could in fact be a semi detached pair of houses.
House in Hogg End Lane
This could in fact be a semi detached pair of houses.
Entrance roadway to Butlers Farm,  Hogg End Lane Long access roads act as a deterrent to explorers.
Entrance roadway to Butlers Farm, Hogg End Lane
Long access roads act as a deterrent to explorers.
The composting facility This establishment with the huge piles of composting material implies that the stuff isn't 
getting into the commercial circuit.
The composting facility
This establishment with the huge piles of composting material implies that the stuff isn't getting into the commercial circuit.
Bridge over Beechtree Lane The design of this bridge carrying the M10 just before it merges with the M1 is typical of the period with the rustications
Bridge over Beechtree Lane
The design of this bridge carrying the M10 just before it merges with the M1 is typical of the period with the rustications
Westwick Row Farm The M1 motorway passes very close to the house
Westwick Row Farm
The M1 motorway passes very close to the house
Westwick Row Farm The farm yard has a neat and tidy appearance .perhaps due to its close proximity to the lane.
Westwick Row Farm
The farm yard has a neat and tidy appearance .perhaps due to its close proximity to the lane.
Entrance to Kettlewells Farm  Hogg End Lane. The locked gates prevents casual infiltration by 
outsiders and photographers
Entrance to Kettlewells Farm Hogg End Lane.
The locked gates prevents casual infiltration by outsiders and photographers
Bow Bridge Pumping Station This station is on the route for sewage from  Redbourn down to Rickmansworth
Bow Bridge Pumping Station
This station is on the route for sewage from Redbourn down to Rickmansworth
Private Road into Prae Wood off  A 4147 The impression given is that a timber conversion plant is just beyond the turn. This is the Gorhambury Estate.
Private Road into Prae Wood off A 4147
The impression given is that a timber conversion plant is just beyond the turn. This is the Gorhambury Estate.
Breakspears  House or Farm ??? The house also has farm buildings immediately adjacent so I presume it is the farmhouse
Breakspears House or Farm ???
The house also has farm buildings immediately adjacent so I presume it is the farmhouse
This is the last roundabout before the M1 on A414 The buildings to the right are business units including a hotel
This is the last roundabout before the M1 on A414
The buildings to the right are business units including a hotel
Bakers Farm Cottage  at Bakers Farm I would imagine that these were farm cottages now converted to one.
Bakers Farm Cottage at Bakers Farm
I would imagine that these were farm cottages now converted to one.
Road leading to "Old Jeromes" There is a house  called Old Jeromes  wonder who he was
Road leading to "Old Jeromes"
There is a house called Old Jeromes wonder who he was
Bridge for the M1 over Punchbowl Lane Yes it looks just like the one at Beechtree Lane off the A4147.  Grid TL 090060
Bridge for the M1 over Punchbowl Lane
Yes it looks just like the one at Beechtree Lane off the A4147. Grid TL 090060
M1 Junction 8 The silver car is joining the M1 northbound at junction 8 (Hemel Hempstead). The bridge to the right takes cars over the M1 and turns into sliproads for southbound traffic joining or leaving the motorway. A public footpath crosses the northbound sliproad just in front of the silver car and heads over the bridge, enabling your intrepid photographer to take the other motorway pictures in this square.
M1 Junction 8
The silver car is joining the M1 northbound at junction 8 (Hemel Hempstead). The bridge to the right takes cars over the M1 and turns into sliproads for southbound traffic joining or leaving the motorway. A public footpath crosses the northbound sliproad just in front of the silver car and heads over the bridge, enabling your intrepid photographer to take the other motorway pictures in this square.
M1 junction 8 southbound The red car is crossing the M1 from Hemel Hempstead to join the motorway going south. The blue car on the other side has just left the motorway.
M1 junction 8 southbound
The red car is crossing the M1 from Hemel Hempstead to join the motorway going south. The blue car on the other side has just left the motorway.
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Bruce's Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL1007 (Lat: 51.757433, Lng: -0.3980034)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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