Howards Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Howards Plantation

Gentle Cambridgeshire hills Not long after nine o'clock on a fine August morning. This is the road from Castle Camps to Bartlow (ahead). The fingerpost on the left points along a bridle path to Camps Hall.
Gentle Cambridgeshire hills Credit: John Sutton

Howards Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. With a vast expanse of around 100 acres, this plantation is a perfect retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The plantation is predominantly made up of dense forests, consisting of a variety of tree species including oak, beech, and pine. The woodland is well-maintained, with designated walking trails that allow visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These trails offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside and provide a peaceful and tranquil setting for relaxation and contemplation.

Wildlife thrives within Howards Plantation, with an abundance of bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. Small mammals like squirrels and rabbits can also be spotted darting through the undergrowth, adding to the charm of the woodland.

The plantation is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and photography. It also serves as an educational resource, with guided nature walks and workshops organized periodically to raise awareness about the local flora and fauna.

Howards Plantation is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities available for visitors. The plantation is open throughout the year, offering different experiences with each changing season. Autumn brings a spectacular display of vibrant foliage, while spring sees the woodland come alive with blossoming flowers and the songs of migratory birds.

Overall, Howards Plantation is a captivating woodland retreat that showcases the natural beauty of Cambridgeshire and provides a sanctuary for both humans and wildlife to enjoy.

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Gentle Cambridgeshire hills Not long after nine o'clock on a fine August morning. This is the road from Castle Camps to Bartlow (ahead). The fingerpost on the left points along a bridle path to Camps Hall.
Gentle Cambridgeshire hills
Not long after nine o'clock on a fine August morning. This is the road from Castle Camps to Bartlow (ahead). The fingerpost on the left points along a bridle path to Camps Hall.
Nearing two turns This is the road from Castle Camps to Bartlow (ahead). The first signpost points to Camps End, the second to Steventon End and Ashdon.
Nearing two turns
This is the road from Castle Camps to Bartlow (ahead). The first signpost points to Camps End, the second to Steventon End and Ashdon.
Uphill to Ashdon The white posts mark where the road crosses a strand of the infant River Granta, the eastern arm of the complex River Cam network, which drains a lot of south and south-east Cambridgeshire. The picture was taken shortly after nine o'clock on a fine August morning.
Uphill to Ashdon
The white posts mark where the road crosses a strand of the infant River Granta, the eastern arm of the complex River Cam network, which drains a lot of south and south-east Cambridgeshire. The picture was taken shortly after nine o'clock on a fine August morning.
Turn left to Shudy Camps Straight on for Castle Camps and the Bumpsteads. The picture was taken against the light at about nine o'clock on the sunny morning of August Bank Holiday Sunday.
Turn left to Shudy Camps
Straight on for Castle Camps and the Bumpsteads. The picture was taken against the light at about nine o'clock on the sunny morning of August Bank Holiday Sunday.
Once a railway embankment Bushes and undergrowth cover what was, until the 1960s, an embankment on the Stour Valley line, which connected Cambridge (ahead) and Colchester. The bridge over the Castle Camps to Bartlow road was removed long ago.
Once a railway embankment
Bushes and undergrowth cover what was, until the 1960s, an embankment on the Stour Valley line, which connected Cambridge (ahead) and Colchester. The bridge over the Castle Camps to Bartlow road was removed long ago.
Where a railway once crossed The bushes  and undergrowth either side of the Castle Camps to Bartlow road cover what were, until the 1960s, embankments on the Stour Valley line, which connected Cambridge and Colchester. The bridge over the road was removed long ago.
Where a railway once crossed
The bushes and undergrowth either side of the Castle Camps to Bartlow road cover what were, until the 1960s, embankments on the Stour Valley line, which connected Cambridge and Colchester. The bridge over the road was removed long ago.
On the road to Bartlow The road from Shudy Camps and Castle Camps to Bartlow, photographed on a sunny morning in late August.
On the road to Bartlow
The road from Shudy Camps and Castle Camps to Bartlow, photographed on a sunny morning in late August.
Farmhouse at Street Farm The road is called Main Street.
Farmhouse at Street Farm
The road is called Main Street.
Harcamlow Way near Horseheath
Harcamlow Way near Horseheath
Cottage opposite the footpath
Cottage opposite the footpath
Dump on an abandoned railroad Looks for a good place for an anthropological dig.
Dump on an abandoned railroad
Looks for a good place for an anthropological dig.
Harcamlow Way The Harcamlow Way south-west of Horseheath, Cambridgeshire. The Harcamlow Way path is a long-distance path of 140 miles and follows a figure of eight line between Harlow and Cambridgeshire.
Harcamlow Way
The Harcamlow Way south-west of Horseheath, Cambridgeshire. The Harcamlow Way path is a long-distance path of 140 miles and follows a figure of eight line between Harlow and Cambridgeshire.
Harcamlow Way footpath near Cardinal's Green
Harcamlow Way footpath near Cardinal's Green
Bartlow, St Mary <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/bartlow.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/bartlow.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>
Bartlow, St Mary
Romano-British cleavage This group of Romano-British Tumuli are hidden in a wood on the Cambridge - Essex border and are only revealed to sight at the last minute, a truly remarkable monument.
Romano-British cleavage
This group of Romano-British Tumuli are hidden in a wood on the Cambridge - Essex border and are only revealed to sight at the last minute, a truly remarkable monument.
Bartlow Elms A rare sight,healthy elms in the 21st century.
Bartlow Elms
A rare sight,healthy elms in the 21st century.
A corner of Bartlow The cream coloured timber-framed house was once the village post office and beyond that stands 'The Three Hills' inn.
A corner of Bartlow
The cream coloured timber-framed house was once the village post office and beyond that stands 'The Three Hills' inn.
'The Three Hills' inn, Bartlow, Cambs. This inn is named after the nearby Bartlow Hills that are Roman burial mounds. The inn is an unusually long building.
'The Three Hills' inn, Bartlow, Cambs.
This inn is named after the nearby Bartlow Hills that are Roman burial mounds. The inn is an unusually long building.
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Howards Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL5945 (Lat: 52.08274, Lng: 0.32980245)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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