Long Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Long Plantation

Fields on the edge of Wandlebury Country Park Beautiful open countryside just a couple of miles to the south east of Cambridge.
Fields on the edge of Wandlebury Country Park Credit: Peter S

Long Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated near the village of Longstanton, this enchanting plantation covers an area of approximately 68 hectares. The woodland is known for its dense canopy of tall, mature trees, predominantly consisting of oak, ash, and beech, which creates a sense of tranquility and seclusion.

Long Plantation boasts a diverse range of plant species, including bluebells, wild garlic, and wood anemones, which form a vibrant carpet of colors during springtime. This rich tapestry of flora attracts a variety of wildlife, such as badgers, foxes, and a wide array of bird species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The woodland offers numerous walking trails and paths that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and explore its hidden treasures. Additionally, there are several benches and picnic spots scattered throughout the plantation, providing the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Long Plantation is managed by the Forestry Commission, ensuring the preservation and maintenance of this unique woodland. The plantation serves as an important carbon sink, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases and promoting a healthy ecosystem.

Overall, Long Plantation in Cambridgeshire is a haven for nature lovers, offering a tranquil escape from the bustle of city life. With its stunning woodland scenery, abundant wildlife, and well-maintained trails, it provides an ideal setting for outdoor recreational activities and a delightful experience for all who visit.

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Long Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.156678/0.18208231 or Grid Reference TL4953. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fields on the edge of Wandlebury Country Park Beautiful open countryside just a couple of miles to the south east of Cambridge.
Fields on the edge of Wandlebury Country Park
Beautiful open countryside just a couple of miles to the south east of Cambridge.
Autumn cultivation on The Gogs Looking north-east through a gateway on The Roman Road. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4209983">TL5053 : Field gate on The Roman Road</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6904416">TL5053 : Harvest time on The Gogs</a> are two of several pictures of the view uphill in the opposite direction.
Autumn cultivation on The Gogs
Looking north-east through a gateway on The Roman Road. TL5053 : Field gate on The Roman Road and TL5053 : Harvest time on The Gogs are two of several pictures of the view uphill in the opposite direction.
Early autumn on The Roman Road At the junction with Mile Road (left) on a bright October morning.
Early autumn on The Roman Road
At the junction with Mile Road (left) on a bright October morning.
Trees lining The Roman Road The Roman Road runs south-east from the Gog Magog Hills on the edge of Cambridge into the hills of East Cambridgeshire, petering out near Horseheath. This picture was taken from a field edge on a bright October morning.
Trees lining The Roman Road
The Roman Road runs south-east from the Gog Magog Hills on the edge of Cambridge into the hills of East Cambridgeshire, petering out near Horseheath. This picture was taken from a field edge on a bright October morning.
A spring morning on The Roman Road Bright and warm, with a lot of vivid greens.
A spring morning on The Roman Road
Bright and warm, with a lot of vivid greens.
Wheatfields on The Gogs Taken from just inside a gateway on The Roman Road on a fine morning in late April. Hill Farm is on the skyline in the centre, getting on for a mile away.
Wheatfields on The Gogs
Taken from just inside a gateway on The Roman Road on a fine morning in late April. Hill Farm is on the skyline in the centre, getting on for a mile away.
Stubble on the Gogs Looking uphill towards Fox's Burrow Plantation from the track which runs from The Roman Road to the A1307.
Stubble on the Gogs
Looking uphill towards Fox's Burrow Plantation from the track which runs from The Roman Road to the A1307.
Stubble and big sky Harvest time in South Cambridgeshire, seen from a gap in the trees lining The Roman Road. The plantations at Lodge Farm are on the skyline.
Stubble and big sky
Harvest time in South Cambridgeshire, seen from a gap in the trees lining The Roman Road. The plantations at Lodge Farm are on the skyline.
Towards Signal Hill and Meggs Hill The skyline plantations are on Signal Hill (left) and Meggs Hill, two of the gentle Gog Magog Hills south-east of Cambridge. The picture was taken from a field corner at the junction of The Roman Road (which the trees on the extreme left line) and Mile Road.
Towards Signal Hill and Meggs Hill
The skyline plantations are on Signal Hill (left) and Meggs Hill, two of the gentle Gog Magog Hills south-east of Cambridge. The picture was taken from a field corner at the junction of The Roman Road (which the trees on the extreme left line) and Mile Road.
Copley Hill in a dry summer Mid August in the drought summer of 2022 - and some of the leaves in the plantation on Copley Hill are turning while the rest have lost their high summer richness.
Copley Hill in a dry summer
Mid August in the drought summer of 2022 - and some of the leaves in the plantation on Copley Hill are turning while the rest have lost their high summer richness.
Stubble on The Gogs An August view from the bridle track from the A1307 to The Roman Road (ahead), skirting Wandlebury Country Park.
Stubble on The Gogs
An August view from the bridle track from the A1307 to The Roman Road (ahead), skirting Wandlebury Country Park.
Café sign on the edge of Wandlebury Country Park
Café sign on the edge of Wandlebury Country Park
A runner on The Roman Road Near Copley Hill on a mid-September afternoon - one of high cloud and some lengthy sunny spells.
A runner on The Roman Road
Near Copley Hill on a mid-September afternoon - one of high cloud and some lengthy sunny spells.
On The Roman Road in early autumn Looking south east on a cloudless Sunday morning in early October. Some leaves have turned in the last week.
On The Roman Road in early autumn
Looking south east on a cloudless Sunday morning in early October. Some leaves have turned in the last week.
The Roman Road: dark sky and bright leaves On the Gog Magog Hills, looking towards the Cambridge end of The Roman Road on the first Saturday morning of December.
The Roman Road: dark sky and bright leaves
On the Gog Magog Hills, looking towards the Cambridge end of The Roman Road on the first Saturday morning of December.
Roman Road walk Looking in the Cambridge direction on the cloudy first Saturday morning of December.
Roman Road walk
Looking in the Cambridge direction on the cloudy first Saturday morning of December.
A cold morning on The Roman Road Looking uphill towards the Cambridge end of The Roman Road, with the temperature below zero, as it had been all week. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7355096">TL5053 : The Roman Road: dark sky and bright leaves</a> was taken hereabouts eleven days before.
A cold morning on The Roman Road
Looking uphill towards the Cambridge end of The Roman Road, with the temperature below zero, as it had been all week. TL5053 : The Roman Road: dark sky and bright leaves was taken hereabouts eleven days before.
Snow, frost, fog and The Roman Road The line of frosted trees and bushes - lost in the mist to the right as it rises towards Copley Hill - marks the course of The Roman Road. This was a fiercely cold morning during the cold spell in mid December 2022.
Snow, frost, fog and The Roman Road
The line of frosted trees and bushes - lost in the mist to the right as it rises towards Copley Hill - marks the course of The Roman Road. This was a fiercely cold morning during the cold spell in mid December 2022.
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Long Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL4953 (Lat: 52.156678, Lng: 0.18208231)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Located within 500m of 52.156678,0.18208231
Parking
Wandlebury
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Wandlebury Ring (Iron Age Hill Fort)
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Post Box
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Toilets
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Parking
Source: survey
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Check Date: 2021-02-27
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Bench
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Vending Machine
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Payment Debit Cards: yes
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Clock
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Cafe
Pop-up Cafe
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Waste Basket
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Bbq
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Wandlebury Orchard
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Bench
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