Irish Plantation

Wood, Forest in Kent

England

Irish Plantation

Day nursery, Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, Kent Queen Mary's is a very large hospital, so this purpose-built day nursery is provided where doctors, nurses and other staff can leave babies and small children to be looked after during the day.
And that, I believe, concludes the TQ47 hectad, to which I have contributed, by my reckoning, 64 first geographs.  No prizes, I know - it's been hard work, but very, very enjoyable!  See you soon in TQ46!
Day nursery, Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, Kent Credit: Dr Neil Clifton

Irish Plantation, Kent, also known as Wood or Forest, is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. Situated in the southeastern part of the country, it is part of the civil parish of Challock.

The village takes its name from the historical Irish Plantation that was established in the area during the 17th century. This plantation was a result of the English colonization in Ireland, where settlers from England were granted land in Ireland as part of a planned settlement. The name "Irish Plantation" was given to the village to honor and commemorate the origins of its settlers.

Today, Irish Plantation is a quiet and picturesque village that retains some of its historical charm. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents. The village consists of a small number of houses, a local pub, and a village hall.

Despite its small size, Irish Plantation is well-connected to the nearby towns and cities. It is conveniently located near the A251 road, providing easy access to Canterbury, Ashford, and other surrounding areas. The village is also within close proximity to the Challock Forest, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for walking, cycling, and other recreational activities.

Overall, Irish Plantation, Kent, is a quaint village that combines its historical significance with its natural beauty, making it a desirable place to live for those seeking a peaceful and rural lifestyle.

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Irish Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.412015/0.10234531 or Grid Reference TQ4670. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Day nursery, Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, Kent Queen Mary's is a very large hospital, so this purpose-built day nursery is provided where doctors, nurses and other staff can leave babies and small children to be looked after during the day.
And that, I believe, concludes the TQ47 hectad, to which I have contributed, by my reckoning, 64 first geographs.  No prizes, I know - it's been hard work, but very, very enjoyable!  See you soon in TQ46!
Day nursery, Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, Kent
Queen Mary's is a very large hospital, so this purpose-built day nursery is provided where doctors, nurses and other staff can leave babies and small children to be looked after during the day. And that, I believe, concludes the TQ47 hectad, to which I have contributed, by my reckoning, 64 first geographs. No prizes, I know - it's been hard work, but very, very enjoyable! See you soon in TQ46!
Sayes Court Road, St Mary Cray Houses on Sayes Court Road in St Mary Cray, in the outer suburbs of South East London.
Sayes Court Road, St Mary Cray
Houses on Sayes Court Road in St Mary Cray, in the outer suburbs of South East London.
Houses on Leesons Hill, St Mary Cray Houses on Leesons Hill, in St Mary Cray in the outer suburbs of south east London.

This image was taken at around midday on a very sunny October day.  The shadows are nevertheless longer than during the summer months, as the sun is lower in the sky.
Houses on Leesons Hill, St Mary Cray
Houses on Leesons Hill, in St Mary Cray in the outer suburbs of south east London. This image was taken at around midday on a very sunny October day. The shadows are nevertheless longer than during the summer months, as the sun is lower in the sky.
Murray Road, St Mary Cray Murray Road accesses a small industrial estate in St Mary Cray, in the outer suburbs of south east London.
Murray Road, St Mary Cray
Murray Road accesses a small industrial estate in St Mary Cray, in the outer suburbs of south east London.
Bear hug sculpture seat, Scadbury Park
Bear hug sculpture seat, Scadbury Park
Junction of Sevenoaks Way and Midfield Way
Junction of Sevenoaks Way and Midfield Way
Autumn leaves beside Midfield Way
Autumn leaves beside Midfield Way
Houses in Midfield Way
Houses in Midfield Way
Grassy slope above Hoblingwell Wood
Grassy slope above Hoblingwell Wood
Leesons Hill
Leesons Hill
Commercial buildings seen across St Mary Cray station
Commercial buildings seen across St Mary Cray station
Small copse just outside Petts Wood
Small copse just outside Petts Wood
Field beside Petts Wood
Field beside Petts Wood
William Willett memorial, Petts Wood Sundial memorial to William Willett, who campaigned for the introduction of British Summer Time.
William Willett memorial, Petts Wood
Sundial memorial to William Willett, who campaigned for the introduction of British Summer Time.
Path from Church Row to St Nicholas Church Gates for path west from Church Row.
Path from Church Row to St Nicholas Church
Gates for path west from Church Row.
Woodland path towards Church Row The houses on Church Row can be seen in the background on the far side of a grass area.
Woodland path towards Church Row
The houses on Church Row can be seen in the background on the far side of a grass area.
Orpington Golf Course
Orpington Golf Course
Footpath across Orpington Golf Course
Footpath across Orpington Golf Course
Show me another place!

Irish Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TQ4670 (Lat: 51.412015, Lng: 0.10234531)

Unitary Authority: Bromley

Police Authority: Metropolitan

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Turning Circle
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Bench
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Direction: SW
Length: 2.4
Material: wood
Seats: 3
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Seats: 3
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Bench
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Camera Mount: gantry
Camera Type: fixed
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Direction: 120
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00, Sa 07:00
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Ref: BR5 414D
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:00, Sa 12:00
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Barrier: swing_gate
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Irish Plantation
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.4119653/0.1022029
Scadbury
Place: quarter
Lat/Long: 51.411643/0.0967277
Scadbury Moated Manor Ruins
Access: yes
Archaeological Site: ruins
Historic: archaeological_site
Historic Civilization: medieval
Ruins: house
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Historic: ruins
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Height: 2
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Material: wood
Tourism: information
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Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 2
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Bicycle Parking
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Barrier: kissing_gate
Depth: 1.1
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Width: 1.1
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Bench
Backrest: no
Direction: SW
Length: 1.3
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Bench
Backrest: no
Direction: NW
Length: 1.9
Material: wood
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Information: board
Tourism: information
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Height: 1.9
Information: guidepost
Material: wood
Tourism: information
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