Lodge Hill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Lodge Hill Plantation

Snettisham railway station (site), Norfolk Opened in 1862 by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, this station closed in 1969.
View south west towards the forecourt, centre left. The former goods shed is to  the right. Both have been incorporated into a housing development. The double track railway was behind the station building and there were two parallel platforms, one towards Hunstanton (right) and one towards King's Lynn (left).
Snettisham railway station (site), Norfolk Credit: Nigel Thompson

Lodge Hill Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Norfolk, England. Covering an area of approximately 150 hectares, it is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The plantation is primarily composed of mixed woodland, with a variety of tree species including oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a dense canopy that provides shelter for a wide array of wildlife, including birds, mammals, and insects. The woodland floor is covered in a lush carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the plantation.

Visitors to Lodge Hill Plantation can explore its numerous walking trails, which wind through the woodland and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. These trails are well-maintained and suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. The plantation also features a picnic area, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the forest.

In addition to its natural beauty, Lodge Hill Plantation has historical significance. The area was once part of a larger estate and is home to the remains of an old lodge, which gives the plantation its name. These historic remnants add a touch of charm and intrigue to the woodland, making it a popular destination for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Lodge Hill Plantation is a remarkable woodland that offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. Whether it's for a leisurely walk, a picnic, or a historical adventure, this Norfolk gem has something to offer everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.87737/0.48454915 or Grid Reference TF6733. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Snettisham railway station (site), Norfolk Opened in 1862 by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, this station closed in 1969.
View south west towards the forecourt, centre left. The former goods shed is to  the right. Both have been incorporated into a housing development. The double track railway was behind the station building and there were two parallel platforms, one towards Hunstanton (right) and one towards King's Lynn (left).
Snettisham railway station (site), Norfolk
Opened in 1862 by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, this station closed in 1969. View south west towards the forecourt, centre left. The former goods shed is to the right. Both have been incorporated into a housing development. The double track railway was behind the station building and there were two parallel platforms, one towards Hunstanton (right) and one towards King's Lynn (left).
St Mary's church in Snettisham, Norfolk
St Mary's church in Snettisham, Norfolk
The Rose & Crown
The Rose & Crown
St Mary's Church
St Mary's Church
Station Road
Station Road
Station Road
Station Road
Wild Ken Hill wetland Not as wet as I expected it to be in middle of winter.
Wild Ken Hill wetland
Not as wet as I expected it to be in middle of winter.
Wild Ken Hill wetland Not as wet as I expected it to be in middle of winter. It shows the scale of the summer fire that it appears to have jumped the seawall to these bushes.
Wild Ken Hill wetland
Not as wet as I expected it to be in middle of winter. It shows the scale of the summer fire that it appears to have jumped the seawall to these bushes.
Wild Ken Hill wetland Part of the wider Wild Ken Hill area, where there is a mix of rewilding, regenerative agriculture and traditional wetland conservation.
Wild Ken Hill wetland
Part of the wider Wild Ken Hill area, where there is a mix of rewilding, regenerative agriculture and traditional wetland conservation.
Footpath to Heacham Along the sea wall.
Footpath to Heacham
Along the sea wall.
Path to Heacham Along the sea wall.
Path to Heacham
Along the sea wall.
Wild Ken Hill wetland Part of the wider Wild Ken Hill area, where there is a mix of rewilding, regenerative agriculture and traditional wetland conservation.
Wild Ken Hill wetland
Part of the wider Wild Ken Hill area, where there is a mix of rewilding, regenerative agriculture and traditional wetland conservation.
Old Milestone by B1440, by No.122 The Milestone is located on the verge on the East of the road.  Parish of Ingoldisthorpe (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected in the 19th Century. Large piece of stone missing LHS exposing '1' and lead fixing. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044153" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044153">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  10  

Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW10
Old Milestone by B1440, by No.122
The Milestone is located on the verge on the East of the road.  Parish of Ingoldisthorpe (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected in the 19th Century. Large piece of stone missing LHS exposing '1' and lead fixing. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- 10 Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW10
Old Milestone by B1440, 25yds North of Suffolk House The Milestone is located against carrstone & brick wall, in pavement on the West of the road.  Parish of Snettisham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected in the 19th Century. Stone v. eroded, metal numbers proud by 3.5cm. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6050437" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6050437">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  11  

Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW11
Old Milestone by B1440, 25yds North of Suffolk House
The Milestone is located against carrstone & brick wall, in pavement on the West of the road.  Parish of Snettisham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected in the 19th Century. Stone v. eroded, metal numbers proud by 3.5cm. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- 11 Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW11
Rush hour in Snettisham
Rush hour in Snettisham
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (1)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (1)
Delightful post box topper in Alma Road
Delightful post box topper in Alma Road
Looking west-southwest in Alma Road
Looking west-southwest in Alma Road
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Lodge Hill Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TF6733 (Lat: 52.87737, Lng: 0.48454915)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.87737,0.48454915
Fixme: Does a Public Bridleway head WNW from here?
Note: Definitive Statement suggests Snettisham BR 5 starts here
Lat/Long: 52.8731336/0.483927
Parking
Parking: surface
Lat/Long: 52.8733764/0.4832201
Fixme: incomplete
Lat/Long: 52.8750971/0.4901094
Snettisham Common
Place: locality
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 52.8745445/0.4836737
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.8740717/0.4892939
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