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Belchamps Plantation

Wood, Forest in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

Belchamps Plantation

Elveden: One of many entrances to the King's Forest
Elveden: One of many entrances to the King's Forest Credit: Michael Garlick

Belchamps Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Suffolk, England. Covering a vast area, this plantation is known for its dense forest and flourishing variety of plant life. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the bustling city.

The woodland, which has been carefully preserved and managed, is home to a diverse range of tree species. Ancient oaks, birches, and beeches dominate the landscape, providing a rich habitat for wildlife. The plantation is renowned for its vibrant display of bluebells in the spring, creating a stunning carpet of color.

Belchamps Plantation offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These well-maintained paths wind through the forest, offering glimpses of wildlife and opportunities for birdwatching. The plantation is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, making it a haven for bird lovers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Belchamps Plantation also boasts historical significance. It is believed to have been a hunting ground for the nobility in medieval times. Today, remnants of ancient earthworks and ditches can still be seen, providing a glimpse into the area's rich history.

Belchamps Plantation is a sanctuary for both nature and history enthusiasts, offering a serene and tranquil environment away from the noise of modern life. Its diverse flora and fauna, coupled with its historical significance, make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a connection with nature and a glimpse into the past.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.337565/0.68854565 or Grid Reference TL8374. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Elveden: One of many entrances to the King's Forest
Elveden: One of many entrances to the King's Forest
Elveden: One of many entrances to the King's Forest A discarded toilet.
Elveden: One of many entrances to the King's Forest
A discarded toilet.
Wordwell: The King's Forest
Wordwell: The King's Forest
Wordwell: One of many entrances to The King's Forest
Wordwell: One of many entrances to The King's Forest
Dark Sky Dark sky in the distance near to Wordwell, Suffolk.
Dark Sky
Dark sky in the distance near to Wordwell, Suffolk.
Open area, King's Forest This appears to have been open for some good time.
Open area, King's Forest
This appears to have been open for some good time.
Ride, King's Forest To the right is mapped as Brandon Plantation, which seems to have broad-leaved trees in an area largely of conifers.
Ride, King's Forest
To the right is mapped as Brandon Plantation, which seems to have broad-leaved trees in an area largely of conifers.
Loading gauge on forestry track This is because there is an overhead power line roughly above the camera position. There is another one on the other side of the power line.
Loading gauge on forestry track
This is because there is an overhead power line roughly above the camera position. There is another one on the other side of the power line.
Ride, King's Forest The yellow plant is Lady's Bedstraw. There was a great deal of this about in the sandy soil in open areas.
Ride, King's Forest
The yellow plant is Lady's Bedstraw. There was a great deal of this about in the sandy soil in open areas.
Timber stack, King's Forest The signs give various safety warnings, in particular to keep off the timber stacks.
Timber stack, King's Forest
The signs give various safety warnings, in particular to keep off the timber stacks.
Bladder Campion, Silene vulgaris In a grassy area of King's Forest.
Bladder Campion, Silene vulgaris
In a grassy area of King's Forest.
Webs on gorse I had a look at the easier bits to get at and could not see anything - I was expecting sawfly larvae (that look like caterpillars): some communal species protect the colony with such webbing. In looking things up later, I found this is the work of gorse spider mites. I had overlooked, and probably could not get close to, the orange bits at some of the vertices. These are doubtless huddles of the tiny mites, Tetranychus lintearius.
Webs on gorse
I had a look at the easier bits to get at and could not see anything - I was expecting sawfly larvae (that look like caterpillars): some communal species protect the colony with such webbing. In looking things up later, I found this is the work of gorse spider mites. I had overlooked, and probably could not get close to, the orange bits at some of the vertices. These are doubtless huddles of the tiny mites, Tetranychus lintearius.
Scots Pines in The King's Forest The trees in this belt seem older than those around about. It looks like the belt has been there for over 100 years (it is on the 1882 OS map) when either side was heathland.
Scots Pines in The King's Forest
The trees in this belt seem older than those around about. It looks like the belt has been there for over 100 years (it is on the 1882 OS map) when either side was heathland.
Plantations by Chalk Lane There is a tumulus among the trees on the right. I could not see or reach it though, due to the thick undergrowth.
Plantations by Chalk Lane
There is a tumulus among the trees on the right. I could not see or reach it though, due to the thick undergrowth.
Plantations by Chalk Lane Chalk Lane, seen running into the distance, is a road (closed to the public) that predates most of the forest, being shown on the 1882 OS map when most of this land was heath.
Plantations by Chalk Lane
Chalk Lane, seen running into the distance, is a road (closed to the public) that predates most of the forest, being shown on the 1882 OS map when most of this land was heath.
Forest Road at Warren Covert This is the northernmost corner of Warren Covert. The Covert is shown on the 1883 OS map, when it was surrounded by open land and heath. Nowadays it is all managed forest here.
Forest Road at Warren Covert
This is the northernmost corner of Warren Covert. The Covert is shown on the 1883 OS map, when it was surrounded by open land and heath. Nowadays it is all managed forest here.
Old Clay Pit in The King's Forest This pit is shown as an 'old clay pit' on the 1883 OS map. At that time it was in an open field. There are many such pits in the forest.
Old Clay Pit in The King's Forest
This pit is shown as an 'old clay pit' on the 1883 OS map. At that time it was in an open field. There are many such pits in the forest.
View along Elveden Road This lane is a byway but seems to have little traffic. On the right hand side is The King's Forest.
View along Elveden Road
This lane is a byway but seems to have little traffic. On the right hand side is The King's Forest.
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Belchamps Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL8374 (Lat: 52.337565, Lng: 0.68854565)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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