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Queen Elizabeth's Plantation

Wood, Forest in Surrey

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Queen Elizabeth's Plantation

Pen Ponds in Richmond Park Sun through the trees around Pen Ponds.
Pen Ponds in Richmond Park Credit: Bob Walters

Queen Elizabeth's Plantation, also known as Surrey Wood or Surrey Forest, is a vast woodland located in the county of Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 2,500 acres, it is one of the largest remaining ancient woodlands in the region. The plantation is situated within the boundaries of the Windsor Great Park and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The woodland is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and chestnut. These trees provide a lush canopy that supports a rich variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with bluebells, primroses, and other wildflowers during the spring season, creating a picturesque and vibrant landscape.

Queen Elizabeth's Plantation offers a tranquil and peaceful environment for visitors to explore. It is crisscrossed with numerous walking trails and footpaths that allow people to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. The plantation is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural beauty, Queen Elizabeth's Plantation also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been a hunting ground for British monarchs since medieval times, providing a recreational space for royals to engage in hunting activities. Today, the woodland is managed by the Crown Estate and is open to the public, providing a unique opportunity to experience the natural and historical heritage of this enchanting forest.

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Pen Ponds in Richmond Park Sun through the trees around Pen Ponds.
Pen Ponds in Richmond Park
Sun through the trees around Pen Ponds.
Richmond Park trig
Richmond Park trig
Path to Pen Ponds
Path to Pen Ponds
View from Richmond Hill The River Thames rises at Thames Head in Gloucestershire on the slopes of the Cotswolds and flows generally eastward to its mouth near Southend in Essex. At 215 miles long it is one of the longest rivers in Britain, and the longest entirely within England. It is one of the most important rivers in Britain. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Thames" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Thames">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>
View from Richmond Hill
The River Thames rises at Thames Head in Gloucestershire on the slopes of the Cotswolds and flows generally eastward to its mouth near Southend in Essex. At 215 miles long it is one of the longest rivers in Britain, and the longest entirely within England. It is one of the most important rivers in Britain. LinkExternal link
Terrace Gardens
Terrace Gardens
View from Richmond Hill The River Thames rises at Thames Head in Gloucestershire on the slopes of the Cotswolds and flows generally eastward to its mouth near Southend in Essex. At 215 miles long it is one of the longest rivers in Britain, and the longest entirely within England. It is one of the most important rivers in Britain. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Thames" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Thames">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>
View from Richmond Hill
The River Thames rises at Thames Head in Gloucestershire on the slopes of the Cotswolds and flows generally eastward to its mouth near Southend in Essex. At 215 miles long it is one of the longest rivers in Britain, and the longest entirely within England. It is one of the most important rivers in Britain. LinkExternal link
Richmond Park Richmond Park is a 2,360 acre (3.69 sq mi) park within London. It is the largest of the Royal Parks in London and Britain's second largest urban walled park after Sutton Park, Birmingham. It is close to Richmond, Ham, Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Roehampton and East Sheen. The park is famous for its red and fallow deer, which number over six hundred. The park is a National Nature Reserve. There is access to the park through several gates and many footpaths cross the park. Website & map: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/Richmond-Park.aspx" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/Richmond-Park.aspx">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> Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richmond_Park" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richmond_Park">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>
Richmond Park
Richmond Park is a 2,360 acre (3.69 sq mi) park within London. It is the largest of the Royal Parks in London and Britain's second largest urban walled park after Sutton Park, Birmingham. It is close to Richmond, Ham, Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Roehampton and East Sheen. The park is famous for its red and fallow deer, which number over six hundred. The park is a National Nature Reserve. There is access to the park through several gates and many footpaths cross the park. Website & map: LinkExternal link Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Richmond Park Richmond Park is a 2,360 acre (3.69 sq mi) park within London. It is the largest of the Royal Parks in London and Britain's second largest urban walled park after Sutton Park, Birmingham. It is close to Richmond, Ham, Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Roehampton and East Sheen. The park is famous for its red and fallow deer, which number over six hundred. The park is a National Nature Reserve. There is access to the park through several gates and many footpaths cross the park. Website & map: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/Richmond-Park.aspx" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/Richmond-Park.aspx">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> Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richmond_Park" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richmond_Park">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>
Richmond Park
Richmond Park is a 2,360 acre (3.69 sq mi) park within London. It is the largest of the Royal Parks in London and Britain's second largest urban walled park after Sutton Park, Birmingham. It is close to Richmond, Ham, Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Roehampton and East Sheen. The park is famous for its red and fallow deer, which number over six hundred. The park is a National Nature Reserve. There is access to the park through several gates and many footpaths cross the park. Website & map: LinkExternal link Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Terrace Gardens
Terrace Gardens
View from Richmond Hill The River Thames rises at Thames Head in Gloucestershire on the slopes of the Cotswolds and flows generally eastward to its mouth near Southend in Essex. At 215 miles long it is one of the longest rivers in Britain, and the longest entirely within England. It is one of the most important rivers in Britain. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Thames" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Thames">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>
View from Richmond Hill
The River Thames rises at Thames Head in Gloucestershire on the slopes of the Cotswolds and flows generally eastward to its mouth near Southend in Essex. At 215 miles long it is one of the longest rivers in Britain, and the longest entirely within England. It is one of the most important rivers in Britain. LinkExternal link
Richmond Park Richmond Park is a 2,360 acre (3.69 sq mi) park within London. It is the largest of the Royal Parks in London and Britain's second largest urban walled park after Sutton Park, Birmingham. It is close to Richmond, Ham, Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Roehampton and East Sheen. The park is famous for its red and fallow deer, which number over six hundred. The park is a National Nature Reserve. There is access to the park through several gates and many footpaths cross the park. Website & map: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/Richmond-Park.aspx" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/Richmond-Park.aspx">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> Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richmond_Park" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richmond_Park">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>
Richmond Park
Richmond Park is a 2,360 acre (3.69 sq mi) park within London. It is the largest of the Royal Parks in London and Britain's second largest urban walled park after Sutton Park, Birmingham. It is close to Richmond, Ham, Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Roehampton and East Sheen. The park is famous for its red and fallow deer, which number over six hundred. The park is a National Nature Reserve. There is access to the park through several gates and many footpaths cross the park. Website & map: LinkExternal link Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Thames Path towards Buccleugh Gardens, Richmond
Thames Path towards Buccleugh Gardens, Richmond
Thames Path towards Buccleugh Gardens, Richmond
Thames Path towards Buccleugh Gardens, Richmond
Thames Path at Buccleugh Gardens, Richmond
Thames Path at Buccleugh Gardens, Richmond
Thames Path towards River Lane
Thames Path towards River Lane
Thames Path at Buccleugh Gardens
Thames Path at Buccleugh Gardens
Ice Cream Van, River Lane near Richmond
Ice Cream Van, River Lane near Richmond
Thames Path at River Lane
Thames Path at River Lane
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Queen Elizabeth's Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TQ1972 (Lat: 51.443086, Lng: -0.28300295)

Unitary Authority: Richmond upon Thames

Police Authority: Metropolitan

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///vivid.larger.coast. Near Richmond, London

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