Limekiln Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Limekiln Plantation

Croydon
Croydon Credit: mym

Limekiln Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Cambridgeshire, England. Covering an expansive area of approximately 200 acres, this enchanting plantation is known for its dense forests and diverse wildlife.

The woodland consists primarily of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The tall, majestic trees provide a canopy that allows sunlight to filter through, illuminating the forest floor and creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere.

Limekiln Plantation is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike. Visitors may have the opportunity to spot deer, foxes, squirrels, and a wide range of bird species including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The plantation also boasts a diverse range of plant life, with carpets of wildflowers and ferns adding to the natural beauty of the area.

The plantation offers several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These trails wind through the forest, passing by babbling brooks and small ponds, providing ample opportunities for quiet contemplation and observation of nature.

Limekiln Plantation is a popular destination year-round, with each season offering its own unique charm. In the spring, the woodland comes alive with vibrant blossoms and the sounds of chirping birds. In the summer, the shade provided by the trees offers a cool retreat from the heat. Autumn brings a spectacular display of colorful foliage, while winter paints the plantation in a serene and peaceful white blanket of snow.

Overall, Limekiln Plantation is a natural haven that offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, providing visitors with a tranquil and beautiful environment to connect with nature.

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Limekiln Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.140451/-0.063718029 or Grid Reference TL3250. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Croydon
Croydon
The Cam valley after harvest, Arrington, Cambs – view SE from the edge of the boulder clay plateau on Croydon Road, with the Chalk escarpment above Royston in the far distance.
The Cam valley after harvest, Arrington, Cambs
– view SE from the edge of the boulder clay plateau on Croydon Road, with the Chalk escarpment above Royston in the far distance.
A1198 Ermine Way The view north along Ermine Way from the garage towards the village
A1198 Ermine Way
The view north along Ermine Way from the garage towards the village
Old Milepost Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for close up view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536973" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536973">Link</a> and for more info on the stone see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm">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> do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost
Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for close up view see Link and for more info on the stone see LinkExternal link do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for overall view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536966" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1536966">Link</a> and for more info on the stone see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://milestones.megalithia.com/sites/tl330497.htm">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> do have a look at their home page.
Old Milepost
Old milepost on the A1198 near to Arrington, Cambridgeshire for overall view see Link and for more info on the stone see LinkExternal link do have a look at their home page.
Font and Paschal Candle, All Saints, Croydon, Cambs. The candle is in its traditional place beside the font. It is usually replaced each year and lit for the first time at Easter. It symbolises the Resurrection, an important aspect of baptism.
Font and Paschal Candle, All Saints, Croydon, Cambs.
The candle is in its traditional place beside the font. It is usually replaced each year and lit for the first time at Easter. It symbolises the Resurrection, an important aspect of baptism.
Service station on the A1198
Service station on the A1198
A1198 heading north
A1198 heading north
Farmland off the A1198
Farmland off the A1198
Ermine Way (A1198) heading north
Ermine Way (A1198) heading north
All Saints, Croydon
All Saints, Croydon
All Saints, Croydon - East end
All Saints, Croydon - East end
All Saints, Croydon - Font
All Saints, Croydon - Font
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window The Last Supper
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
The Last Supper
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
All Saints, Croydon - Stained glass window
All Saints, Croydon - Stall
All Saints, Croydon - Stall
All Saints, Croydon - Wall monument
All Saints, Croydon - Wall monument
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Limekiln Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL3250 (Lat: 52.140451, Lng: -0.063718029)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Located within 500m of 52.140451,-0.063718029
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 52.1379191/-0.0630256
Milestone
Historic: milestone
Note: London 45. Royston 7. Caxton 5.
Wikidata: Q26595744
Lat/Long: 52.1439826/-0.0650784
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.142369/-0.0642091
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.1443009/-0.0621576
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Lat/Long: 52.1429917/-0.0615713
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