Wellington Plantation

Wood, Forest in Norfolk Breckland

England

Wellington Plantation

Paddock at Lynford Arboretum The best place to see Hawfinch in the Brecks, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1036176">TL8293 : Hawfinch (Coccothraustes coccothraustes)</a>
Paddock at Lynford Arboretum Credit: Hugh Venables

Wellington Plantation, located in Norfolk, is a picturesque woodland area that offers a serene and natural escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Spanning over a vast area, the plantation is known for its dense and diverse forest, providing a haven for wildlife and a tranquil setting for visitors to immerse themselves in nature.

The woodland of Wellington Plantation is characterized by its tall and majestic trees, creating a canopy that filters the sunlight and casts dappled shadows on the forest floor. The plantation is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and pine, contributing to the rich biodiversity of the area.

Exploring the plantation, visitors can meander along well-maintained trails that wind through the forest, allowing them to experience the beauty of nature up close. Along the way, they may encounter a plethora of flora and fauna, from vibrant wildflowers and ferns to deer, squirrels, and a myriad of bird species.

Wellington Plantation also offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. Picnic areas are scattered throughout the woodland, providing an idyllic spot for families and friends to gather and enjoy a meal surrounded by nature. The plantation also has designated areas for camping, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area by spending a night under the stars.

Overall, Wellington Plantation is a treasured natural gem in Norfolk, offering a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families alike. Its pristine woodland, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it an ideal destination for those seeking a serene and rejuvenating experience in nature.

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Wellington Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.513603/0.67229524 or Grid Reference TL8193. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Paddock at Lynford Arboretum The best place to see Hawfinch in the Brecks, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1036176">TL8293 : Hawfinch (Coccothraustes coccothraustes)</a>
Paddock at Lynford Arboretum
The best place to see Hawfinch in the Brecks, see TL8293 : Hawfinch (Coccothraustes coccothraustes)
Paddock at Lynford Arboretum
Paddock at Lynford Arboretum
Forest track at Lynford
Forest track at Lynford
Overgrown track to the church of Our Lady of Consolation and St. Stephen, Lynford
Overgrown track to the church of Our Lady of Consolation and St. Stephen, Lynford
Ride in Big Wood, Lynford
Ride in Big Wood, Lynford
Forest track at Lynford
Forest track at Lynford
Restoration at the Church of Our Lady of Consolation and St Stephen, Lynford The church was built in 1879 and designed by Henry Clutton <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077247?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077247?section=official-list-entry">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>
Restoration at the Church of Our Lady of Consolation and St Stephen, Lynford
The church was built in 1879 and designed by Henry Clutton LinkExternal link
Study of a Gasoline Station Gulf, Ickburgh.

 This photograph is part of a series taken in homage to the American artist Ed Ruscha's 1963 publication of 'Twentysix Gasoline Stations'.
 More properly known as filling stations in the UK, I am attempting to photograph as many as possible to mark the sixty year anniversary.
Study of a Gasoline Station
Gulf, Ickburgh. This photograph is part of a series taken in homage to the American artist Ed Ruscha's 1963 publication of 'Twentysix Gasoline Stations'. More properly known as filling stations in the UK, I am attempting to photograph as many as possible to mark the sixty year anniversary.
Crown Hotel, Mundford <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077250?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077250?section=official-list-entry">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>
Crown Hotel, Mundford
Old building by River Wissey
Old building by River Wissey
High flow in the River Wissey
High flow in the River Wissey
Path near Lynford Water
Path near Lynford Water
St Peter Ickburgh The church of St Peter Ickburgh, Norfolk for more info see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/ickburgh/ickburgh.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/ickburgh/ickburgh.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>
St Peter Ickburgh
The church of St Peter Ickburgh, Norfolk for more info see LinkExternal link
Foulden Road Foulden road near to Ickburgh, Norfolk.
Foulden Road
Foulden road near to Ickburgh, Norfolk.
Lynford Hall, Mundford Full of standard Victorian motifs such as shaped gables, mullioned and transomed windows, and an exotically-roofed and asymmetrically-placed tower. By William Burn, 1856-61, for Mr and Mrs Lyne-Stephens (he was a banker, "reputedly the richest commoner in England ...[who] made his first fortune by inventing opening eyes for dolls"). Grade II listed.
The house is now a hotel.
Burn (1789-1870), a pupil of Robert Smirke, established himself in his Scottish homeland before doing the same in England. He was a phenomenally prolific designer of country houses, sought after by the wealthy largely because he was very adroit at planning homes to accommodate the increasing complexity of Victorian country house living - vast numbers of very specialised servants requiring specialist rooms and more segregation of the sexes (e.g. billiard rooms). In his Biographical Dictionary of British Architects, Howard Colvin states that by 1840 Burn "had already designed or altered ninety country houses, besides thirty churches and twenty-five public buildings", and he was to be in practice for almost another thirty years. He was competent across the gamut of architectural styles, but the results were rarely very exciting.
Lynford Hall, Mundford
Full of standard Victorian motifs such as shaped gables, mullioned and transomed windows, and an exotically-roofed and asymmetrically-placed tower. By William Burn, 1856-61, for Mr and Mrs Lyne-Stephens (he was a banker, "reputedly the richest commoner in England ...[who] made his first fortune by inventing opening eyes for dolls"). Grade II listed. The house is now a hotel. Burn (1789-1870), a pupil of Robert Smirke, established himself in his Scottish homeland before doing the same in England. He was a phenomenally prolific designer of country houses, sought after by the wealthy largely because he was very adroit at planning homes to accommodate the increasing complexity of Victorian country house living - vast numbers of very specialised servants requiring specialist rooms and more segregation of the sexes (e.g. billiard rooms). In his Biographical Dictionary of British Architects, Howard Colvin states that by 1840 Burn "had already designed or altered ninety country houses, besides thirty churches and twenty-five public buildings", and he was to be in practice for almost another thirty years. He was competent across the gamut of architectural styles, but the results were rarely very exciting.
Tyre tracks in Great Covert Signs of forest operations in the area.
Tyre tracks in Great Covert
Signs of forest operations in the area.
Former car park, Lynford Arboretum The car park has been blocked off. This was a convenient place to park, but it is also very isolated, leading to unwanted activities (the litter left behind left little to the imagination). See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1456879">TL8193 : Lynford lakes</a>.
Former car park, Lynford Arboretum
The car park has been blocked off. This was a convenient place to park, but it is also very isolated, leading to unwanted activities (the litter left behind left little to the imagination). See TL8193 : Lynford lakes.
Plantation thinning The stack along the track is young thinned trees, at a guess going for biomass burning.
Plantation thinning
The stack along the track is young thinned trees, at a guess going for biomass burning.
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Wellington Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL8193 (Lat: 52.513603, Lng: 0.67229524)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

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