Forty Acre Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Forty Acre Plantation

Toys for big boys Land Warfare Museum, IWM Duxford.
Toys for big boys Credit: Mr Ignavy

Forty Acre Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Cambridgeshire, England. Covering an area of approximately forty acres, this plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape from city life.

The plantation is predominantly composed of a variety of tall and majestic trees, creating a dense and verdant forest. The diverse range of tree species found here includes oak, beech, ash, and birch, among others. These trees create a lush canopy, providing shade and shelter for a myriad of flora and fauna.

The woodland is crisscrossed by several well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the plantation at their own pace. The paths wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and providing an opportunity to spot wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and a multitude of bird species.

Forty Acre Plantation is not only a natural paradise but also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been a part of a larger estate dating back several centuries. The plantation's well-preserved boundaries and remnants of old stone walls serve as reminders of its rich past.

The plantation is open to the public year-round, and visitors can enjoy leisurely walks, picnicking, or simply immersing themselves in the serenity of nature. The management ensures the preservation of the woodland's ecological balance, making it an ideal destination for both nature lovers and conservationists. A visit to Forty Acre Plantation promises a rejuvenating experience amidst the beauty of Cambridgeshire's natural heritage.

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Toys for big boys Land Warfare Museum, IWM Duxford.
Toys for big boys
Land Warfare Museum, IWM Duxford.
Military vehicle - Duxford Air Museum I am sure someone could/will identify this - please feel free to add details.
Military vehicle - Duxford Air Museum
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End of the line Narrow gauge railway at Duxford museum.
End of the line
Narrow gauge railway at Duxford museum.
Empty corner of Duxford airfield
Empty corner of Duxford airfield
View across Duxford airfield
View across Duxford airfield
Imperial War Museum Duxford from the air More information from this <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://duxford.iwm.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://duxford.iwm.org.uk/">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>
Imperial War Museum Duxford from the air
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Imperial War Museum Duxford from the air
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Royal Anglian Regiment Memorial (1) Memorial to members of the Royal Anglian Regiment killed on operations.  Statue is that of the section gunner armed with a General Purpose Machine Gun.  Situated within the Grounds of the Imperial War Museum, Duxford.
Royal Anglian Regiment Memorial (1)
Memorial to members of the Royal Anglian Regiment killed on operations. Statue is that of the section gunner armed with a General Purpose Machine Gun. Situated within the Grounds of the Imperial War Museum, Duxford.
Royal Anglian Regiment Memorial (2) Second part of the memorial.  This time with names of the fallen recorded.
Royal Anglian Regiment Memorial (2)
Second part of the memorial. This time with names of the fallen recorded.
Emergency Exit for Duxford Aerodrome
Emergency Exit for Duxford Aerodrome
The A505, Duxford The emergency exit for Duxford aerodrome is on the left
The A505, Duxford
The emergency exit for Duxford aerodrome is on the left
Harvesting near Chrishall Grange
Harvesting near Chrishall Grange
Field near Chrishall Grange Sheep safely grazing in a field between Chrishall Grange and the plantation which bears its name. The trees in the distance line the track that gives access to the plantation.
Field near Chrishall Grange
Sheep safely grazing in a field between Chrishall Grange and the plantation which bears its name. The trees in the distance line the track that gives access to the plantation.
View across fields alongside A505 The smoke from the chimney comes from the Pet Crematorium. Other animals are incinerated as well.
View across fields alongside A505
The smoke from the chimney comes from the Pet Crematorium. Other animals are incinerated as well.
Cottages, Chrishall Grange
Cottages, Chrishall Grange
Clay, field stones, hedge and barn The sparse elements of the landscape south of Thriplow and Fowlmere, on the edge of the chalk hills of South Cambridgeshire and North Essex. The farm tracks are also permissive paths.
Clay, field stones, hedge and barn
The sparse elements of the landscape south of Thriplow and Fowlmere, on the edge of the chalk hills of South Cambridgeshire and North Essex. The farm tracks are also permissive paths.
Big fields, a hedge and a tyre The farm track used as a permissive path is to the left of the hedge. In this view towards Heathfield and the Imperial War Museum at the former RAF Duxford, the curved white roof of the American Aircraft Museum just shows on the skyline to the right.
Big fields, a hedge and a tyre
The farm track used as a permissive path is to the left of the hedge. In this view towards Heathfield and the Imperial War Museum at the former RAF Duxford, the curved white roof of the American Aircraft Museum just shows on the skyline to the right.
Farm track and Dutch barn A network of farm tracks south of Thriplow and Fowlmere, used as permissive paths.
Farm track and Dutch barn
A network of farm tracks south of Thriplow and Fowlmere, used as permissive paths.
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Forty Acre Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL4543 (Lat: 52.074874, Lng: 0.11566178)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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