Roaring Meg Plantation

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Stevenage

England

Roaring Meg Plantation

Painted House at Norton Green Norton Green is a small hamlet clinging to the western edge of the New Town of Stevenage but separated by the A1(M). Despite this the place retains a quiet rural atmosphere. — Painted House at Norton Green Credit: Deb Cunningham

Roaring Meg Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Hertfordshire, a county in the eastern region of England. Situated in the rural area of Wood, the plantation covers a vast expanse of land and is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem.

The plantation is primarily composed of a mix of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which provide a dense and lush canopy that offers shelter to various wildlife species. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers and ferns, creating a vibrant and enchanting ambiance.

Roaring Meg Plantation is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers, who are drawn to its tranquil atmosphere and stunning scenery. The plantation boasts a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its hidden gems at their own pace. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the diverse avian population that calls the plantation home, with sightings of woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds being a common occurrence.

In addition to its natural beauty, Roaring Meg Plantation also holds historical significance. It is believed that the plantation derived its name from a local legend involving a cannon named "Roaring Meg," used during the English Civil War. The cannon was said to have been fired from this area, hence the name of the plantation.

Overall, Roaring Meg Plantation in Hertfordshire offers a serene escape into nature, where visitors can immerse themselves in the tranquility of a diverse woodland ecosystem and appreciate the historical charm of the area.

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Roaring Meg Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.888733/-0.19681332 or Grid Reference TL2422. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Painted House at Norton Green

Norton Green is a small hamlet clinging to the western edge of the New Town of Stevenage but separated by the A1(M). Despite this the place retains a quiet rural atmosphere.

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Hydean Way Shops

Typical of local shops in Stevenage new town. Above a parade of shops including a small supermarket, take away food outlet and Post Office there are maisonettes accessed from the rear. To the right there are 2/3 bedroomed homes.

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South end of Fairlands Valley Park.

This photograph was taken facing north into Fairlands Valley Park from the car park used for Stevenage Borough FC (see TL2422). This park is also used for travelling fairs and circuses.

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Stevenage Borough FC

Taken from the club's car park across the Hertford Road.

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Novotel / Knebworth Park.

Just off the A1(M) this is at the entrance of Knebworth Park home to "rock concerts through the ages". The hotel has a helipad in its grounds. Better access that by A1(M)

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Stevenage Town Centre

The clock tower features a memorial to Lewis Silkin, the Minister for Town and Country Planning.

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Silam Rd.

To the right are houses not untypical of Stevenage new town. Looming over Silam Rd is one of a pair of high rise flats close to the town centre.

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Six Hills

OK do you believe the OS who say that these features are tumuli or legend which says that these humps are lumps of soil thrown at travellers on the old Great North Road (just to the right of these humps but rather imposing nowadays)? It is said that these were thrown here from Weston Woods (TL2432 and TL2532). Dick Turpin would have ridden past these on Black Bess on his ride from York to London.

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Church of St Peter, Broadwater.

One of a series of three photos taken from within a couple of hundred yards of each other. Church shops and flats. A whole community?

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Flats on Broadwater Avenue

Most housing in this area consists of two storey houses but there are a number of blocks of flats like this.

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Broadwater Avenue shops

Very busy local shops in the same style as several other Stevenage neighbourhood centres.

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Longmeadow Evangelical Church

Many of Stevenage's churche seem to thrive and this is one of them.

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Old Knebworth Lane / A1(M)

A1(M) over the top, Old Knebworth Lane underneath. Puddle, car, car, puddle. Just like that.

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Muddy track leading to railway bridge

The track disappears under the main line into Kings Cross. Kings Cross to the left, Grantham and the North to the right.

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Neglected milestone

Well. That will be er um miles to aaah hmm, and um er miles to aaaaah. Yes well it's probably a long way anyway.

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Knebworth Golf Club

Not many out on the course today. No trolleys allowed today. This is the er... well I don't know which hole it is but today the place to be is the 19th.

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