Alford Road Plantation

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire East Lindsey

England

Alford Road Plantation

Viking Link cable run south of Haugh: aerial 2021 See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6819325">TF5480 : Support platform for Viking Link cable, off Sandilands: aerial 2021 (1)</a>.
Viking Link cable run south of Haugh: aerial 2021 Credit: Simon Tomson

Alford Road Plantation is a charming woodland located in Lincolnshire, England. Situated near the town of Alford, this forested area spans across a vast expanse of around 200 acres. The plantation is easily accessible, as it is conveniently located alongside Alford Road, which connects to the A1111.

The woodland is a mix of both deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and picturesque landscape. The plantation is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and pine, all of which contribute to the rich biodiversity of the area. This makes it an ideal habitat for numerous wildlife species, such as birds, squirrels, and rabbits.

Visitors to Alford Road Plantation can enjoy a peaceful and tranquil environment, perfect for walking, hiking, or simply immersing oneself in nature. There are several well-maintained walking trails that wind through the woodland, offering picturesque views and opportunities to observe the local flora and fauna.

The plantation is also a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers, who often visit to catch a glimpse of the various bird species that inhabit the area. Additionally, the woodland provides a beautiful backdrop for photography, with its vibrant foliage during the autumn months and the serene atmosphere it offers year-round.

Overall, Alford Road Plantation is a serene and picturesque woodland, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its diverse range of trees, abundant wildlife, and well-maintained trails, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers in Lincolnshire.

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Alford Road Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.24666/0.13356166 or Grid Reference TF4274. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wheat field near Alford
Wheat field near Alford
Barley field near Sleights Holt
Barley field near Sleights Holt
Track in Forest Wood
Track in Forest Wood
Field entrance near Ulceby Lodge
Field entrance near Ulceby Lodge
Barley field near Ulceby
Barley field near Ulceby
Farm buildings. Ulceby Grange
Farm buildings. Ulceby Grange
Wheat field off Well High Lane
Wheat field off Well High Lane
Viking Link cable installation SE of Haugh: aerial 2022  Viking Link is a 1,400 MW HVDC submarine power cable under construction between the United Kingdom and Denmark. See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viking_Link" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viking_Link">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>

It comes onshore south of Sandilands (alongside Boy Grift Drain) and is to finish at Bicker Fen substation.

See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7292237">TF4276 : Dog-leg in Viking Link cable near Rigsby Wood: aerial 2022</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6818182">TF3674 : Red Hill, Brinkhill and Viking Link cable run from Sandilands: aerial 2021</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6818114">TF3973 : Viking Link cable run passing Ulceby cross: aerial 2021</a>.
Viking Link cable installation SE of Haugh: aerial 2022
Viking Link is a 1,400 MW HVDC submarine power cable under construction between the United Kingdom and Denmark. See: LinkExternal link It comes onshore south of Sandilands (alongside Boy Grift Drain) and is to finish at Bicker Fen substation. See also TF4276 : Dog-leg in Viking Link cable near Rigsby Wood: aerial 2022, TF3674 : Red Hill, Brinkhill and Viking Link cable run from Sandilands: aerial 2021 and TF3973 : Viking Link cable run passing Ulceby cross: aerial 2021.
Ulceby Lodge and Well Vale: aerial 2023
Ulceby Lodge and Well Vale: aerial 2023
Stubble field and Bogle Holt
Stubble field and Bogle Holt
Cropmarks on field at Haugh: aerial 2023
Cropmarks on field at Haugh: aerial 2023
All Saints' church, Ulceby, Lincs. A lovely location for an unattractive red brick church of 1826. Inside, an octagonal Perpendicular font from the medieval church.
All Saints' church, Ulceby, Lincs.
A lovely location for an unattractive red brick church of 1826. Inside, an octagonal Perpendicular font from the medieval church.
Sun and Sunflowers This farm track climbs steeply up hill and passes by a crop of sunflowers.
Sun and Sunflowers
This farm track climbs steeply up hill and passes by a crop of sunflowers.
Fields at Rigsby Alford can be seen in the distance and the next square east.
Fields at Rigsby
Alford can be seen in the distance and the next square east.
Path Through the Hedge After a tight squeeze through the hedge this well marked footpath leads to Alford.
Path Through the Hedge
After a tight squeeze through the hedge this well marked footpath leads to Alford.
Rigsby Wood The trees beyond the field are part of Rigsby Wood which is totally contained within this square.
Rigsby Wood
The trees beyond the field are part of Rigsby Wood which is totally contained within this square.
Paddock and Church This church at Haugh appears to be now disused, as a church at least.
Paddock and Church
This church at Haugh appears to be now disused, as a church at least.
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Alford Road Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TF4274 (Lat: 53.24666, Lng: 0.13356166)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: East Lindsey

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 53.24666,0.13356166
Ulceby Lodge
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Lat/Long: 53.2459467/0.1292009
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.250374/0.1305818
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