Pond Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Pond Plantation

Great Abington, St Mary <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/gtabington.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/gtabington.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>
Great Abington, St Mary Credit: mym

Pond Plantation, located in Cambridgeshire, England, is a picturesque woodland area known for its lush greenery and serene atmosphere. The plantation spans across a vast area, surrounded by natural beauty and offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city life.

This enchanting woodland is home to a diverse range of plant species, including various types of trees, shrubs, and wildflowers. The dominant tree species found in Pond Plantation include oak, beech, and birch, creating a dense and vibrant forest canopy. The undergrowth is rich with ferns, mosses, and other low-lying vegetation, adding to the plantation's overall charm.

The plantation is aptly named due to the presence of several beautiful ponds scattered throughout the area. These ponds not only enhance the visual appeal of the landscape but also serve as habitats for various aquatic plants and animals, adding to the ecological diversity of the area.

Pond Plantation offers an ideal setting for leisurely walks and nature exploration. Visitors can meander through the well-maintained trails, enjoying the tranquil ambiance and discovering the hidden treasures of this woodland. The plantation also provides opportunities for birdwatching, as numerous bird species can be spotted in the area, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and tawny owls.

Pond Plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and tranquility. Whether for a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or simply to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Pond Plantation in Cambridgeshire provides a serene retreat that is sure to rejuvenate the mind and soul.

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Pond Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.113247/0.24714653 or Grid Reference TL5348. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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Great Abington, St Mary
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Little Abington, St Mary
Great Abington High Street A view of the three tuns pub from outside Abington school.
Great Abington High Street
A view of the three tuns pub from outside Abington school.
Hildersham Ford
Hildersham Ford
Abington Social Club, Great Abington, Cambs.
Abington Social Club, Great Abington, Cambs.
Furze Hill Look but no touch!
The site holds fragments of grassland characteristic of the Breckland of East Anglia holding both acidic
and calcareous components. This is a rare example of sandy habitat in the county and represents a south-
western outlier of the Suffolk Breckland.
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Furze Hill
Look but no touch! The site holds fragments of grassland characteristic of the Breckland of East Anglia holding both acidic and calcareous components. This is a rare example of sandy habitat in the county and represents a south- western outlier of the Suffolk Breckland. LinkExternal link
Pretty plain . The Roman Road to Wandlebury is on the horizon. The tree to the right is on a path  shown on the historic map but unfortunately not on the 2001 map.  The path is perpendicular to the Roman Road.
Pretty plain .
The Roman Road to Wandlebury is on the horizon. The tree to the right is on a path shown on the historic map but unfortunately not on the 2001 map. The path is perpendicular to the Roman Road.
Little Chilford From the other direction there is no sign indicating this is a private road.
Little Chilford
From the other direction there is no sign indicating this is a private road.
Dismantled railway
Dismantled railway
Little Abington The building bordering the image to the left is the Little Abington Pottery.
Little Abington
The building bordering the image to the left is the Little Abington Pottery.
Disused Mill Disused mill near Hildersham, viewed from A1307
Disused Mill
Disused mill near Hildersham, viewed from A1307
Bridleway between Roman Road and Hildersham Bridleway leading from Roman Road to Hildersham. On the small hill in the right half of the image you can see farm equipment supposedly belonging to the rectory farm.
Bridleway between Roman Road and Hildersham
Bridleway leading from Roman Road to Hildersham. On the small hill in the right half of the image you can see farm equipment supposedly belonging to the rectory farm.
Bluebelled to the max
Bluebelled to the max
Sheep dip path Go to ford and dip again
Sheep dip path
Go to ford and dip again
Hildersham Ford and Bridge, River Granta The village ford is now by-passed by a road bridge.
Hildersham Ford and Bridge, River Granta
The village ford is now by-passed by a road bridge.
Village Sign
Village Sign
Farmland near Hildersham Looking south-eastwards from the minor road between Hildersham and Balsham.
Farmland near Hildersham
Looking south-eastwards from the minor road between Hildersham and Balsham.
Farmland near Hildersham Looking north west from the minor road between Hildersham and Balsham.
Farmland near Hildersham
Looking north west from the minor road between Hildersham and Balsham.
Show me another place!

Pond Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL5348 (Lat: 52.113247, Lng: 0.24714653)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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