Eight Acre Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire East Cambridgeshire

England

Eight Acre Plantation

Uphill to the crossroads The road from Dullingham and Stetchworth to Cheveley (ahead), photographed on a bright March morning. Early blossom shows in some trees and the hedgerow on the left.
Uphill to the crossroads Credit: John Sutton

Eight Acre Plantation is a woodland area located in Cambridgeshire, England. Covering approximately eight acres of land, it is a serene and picturesque forest that attracts nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers alike.

The plantation is characterized by its dense tree cover, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and birch trees. The tall and majestic trees provide a canopy that allows only minimal sunlight to filter through, creating a cool and shaded environment. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of wildlife. Visitors can often spot various species of birds, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, flitting amongst the branches. Squirrels scurrying up and down the tree trunks are a common sight, and if lucky, one might even catch a glimpse of a deer or fox.

A network of well-maintained walking trails winds its way through the plantation, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These paths take visitors on a journey through the different sections of the forest, offering glimpses of tranquil ponds and babbling brooks along the way. The plantation is also home to a picnic area, providing a perfect spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Eight Acre Plantation offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, providing an opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty of nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply finding solace in the peaceful ambiance, this woodland is a true gem of Cambridgeshire.

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Eight Acre Plantation Images

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Uphill to the crossroads The road from Dullingham and Stetchworth to Cheveley (ahead), photographed on a bright March morning. Early blossom shows in some trees and the hedgerow on the left.
Uphill to the crossroads
The road from Dullingham and Stetchworth to Cheveley (ahead), photographed on a bright March morning. Early blossom shows in some trees and the hedgerow on the left.
Give way at the crossroads This is where the road from Cheveley to Stetchworth and Dullingham (ahead) crosses the road from Kirtling and Saxon Street (left) to Newmarket.
Give way at the crossroads
This is where the road from Cheveley to Stetchworth and Dullingham (ahead) crosses the road from Kirtling and Saxon Street (left) to Newmarket.
Park Road and the entrance to Cheveley Park Stud-farm country south of Newmarket. The lodge on the right is at the gate to Cheveley Park Stud. The road forks here: straight on for Newmarket, left for Stetchworth and Dullingham.
Park Road and the entrance to Cheveley Park
Stud-farm country south of Newmarket. The lodge on the right is at the gate to Cheveley Park Stud. The road forks here: straight on for Newmarket, left for Stetchworth and Dullingham.
On Park Road in early spring The leaning and buttressed wall encloses Cheveley Park Stud.
On Park Road in early spring
The leaning and buttressed wall encloses Cheveley Park Stud.
Cheveley: on Park Road The flint cottage on the right has arch-headed windows and a chimney-stack with a Jacobean flavour - suggesting the Gothick taste of the early years of the nineteenth century.
Cheveley: on Park Road
The flint cottage on the right has arch-headed windows and a chimney-stack with a Jacobean flavour - suggesting the Gothick taste of the early years of the nineteenth century.
Crossroads at Cheveley This is at the north end of a long village. High Street, on the left, leads to the centre of Cheveley, the road ahead to Newmarket and the one on the right to Moulton and Kentford.
Crossroads at Cheveley
This is at the north end of a long village. High Street, on the left, leads to the centre of Cheveley, the road ahead to Newmarket and the one on the right to Moulton and Kentford.
Moulton Road in Cheveley
Moulton Road in Cheveley
Saxon Hall Cottages, Saxon Street, near Newmarket Charming pair of estate cottages in Saxon Street, a hamlet of Woodditton.
Saxon Hall Cottages, Saxon Street, near Newmarket
Charming pair of estate cottages in Saxon Street, a hamlet of Woodditton.
Duchess Drive, Newmarket Houses one side and horses on the other
Duchess Drive, Newmarket
Houses one side and horses on the other
Grand entrance to Hadrian Stud, Newmarket On Woodditton Road south of the town
Grand entrance to Hadrian Stud, Newmarket
On Woodditton Road south of the town
Duchess Drive at Gateways Looking north-westward.
Duchess Drive at Gateways
Looking north-westward.
Warren Hill Gallops Looking northward from the Triangulation Pillar.
Warren Hill Gallops
Looking northward from the Triangulation Pillar.
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket 1374 This can be found on the wall of Cheveley South-West Lodge - a private dwelling.
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Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket 1374
This can be found on the wall of Cheveley South-West Lodge - a private dwelling. For more detail see: LinkExternal link
Park House, Newmarket, Suffolk Park House is part of the Warren Park Stud. Photo taken through the gates on Moulton Road near spot height 88m
Park House, Newmarket, Suffolk
Park House is part of the Warren Park Stud. Photo taken through the gates on Moulton Road near spot height 88m
Riding Out, Newmarket, Suffolk Riders out exercising the race horses. Looking NW over Long Hill from beside Warren Towers on the Newmarket-Moulton Road.
Riding Out, Newmarket, Suffolk
Riders out exercising the race horses. Looking NW over Long Hill from beside Warren Towers on the Newmarket-Moulton Road.
Give Way 120 Yds Looking towards Newmarket, Suffolk along Duchess's Drive. The junction is that of B1063 and B1103
Give Way 120 Yds
Looking towards Newmarket, Suffolk along Duchess's Drive. The junction is that of B1063 and B1103
Tree Lined Avenue Taken from  outside the Chevely Park Stud, looking towards Newmarket, Suffolk along Duchess's Drive
Tree Lined Avenue
Taken from outside the Chevely Park Stud, looking towards Newmarket, Suffolk along Duchess's Drive
Cross Cutter Cross Roads at Cheveley Park. With Newmarket to the right and Saxon St to Right. Stetchworth ahead and Chevely behind. The tractor has a hedge cutter attached.
Cross Cutter
Cross Roads at Cheveley Park. With Newmarket to the right and Saxon St to Right. Stetchworth ahead and Chevely behind. The tractor has a hedge cutter attached.
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Eight Acre Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL6662 (Lat: 52.231138, Lng: 0.44065109)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: East Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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///grills.acre.mills. Near Newmarket, Suffolk

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