Chestnut Plantation

Wood, Forest in Essex Braintree

England

Chestnut Plantation

Passing The Lion, Earls Colne â 1971 The Lion dates back to as early as the 14th century.

Hedingham and District bus L42 on a works service. This was a family business set up in 1960 in Sible Hedingham which survived the upheavals of the 1985 Transport Act to continue to provide local bus services in the area, finally selling to the Go-Ahead group in 2012. The Hedingham fleetname continues to be used.

Bus L42 is a Bristol LS with ECW body, originally new to Eastern National in 1955.

This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=137652761" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=137652761">Link</a> — Passing The Lion, Earls Colne â 1971 Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

Chestnut Plantation is a beautiful woodland area located in Essex, England. Spanning across a vast expanse, it is known for its dense chestnut tree population, which gives the plantation its name. The woodland is situated in the heart of Essex, making it easily accessible to locals and visitors alike.

The plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a tranquil and serene environment. The towering chestnut trees provide a shaded canopy, creating a cool and refreshing atmosphere, especially during the summer months. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of moss and ferns, adding to the enchanting ambiance.

Chestnut Plantation is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Besides the dominant chestnut trees, there are various other tree species like oak, beech, and birch. This variety of trees attracts an array of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. In addition to the avian residents, the woodland is also inhabited by small mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and foxes.

For those interested in outdoor activities, Chestnut Plantation offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These paths wind through the plantation, providing opportunities to admire the natural beauty and experience the tranquility of the surroundings. The plantation is also equipped with picnic areas, making it an ideal spot for families and friends to enjoy a day out in nature.

Overall, Chestnut Plantation is a picturesque woodland in Essex, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its diverse flora and fauna, it offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.942868/0.70887375 or Grid Reference TL8630. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Passing The Lion, Earls Colne â 1971

The Lion dates back to as early as the 14th century. Hedingham and District bus L42 on a works service. This was a family business set up in 1960 in Sible Hedingham which survived the upheavals of the 1985 Transport Act to continue to provide local bus services in the area, finally selling to the Go-Ahead group in 2012. The Hedingham fleetname continues to be used. Bus L42 is a Bristol LS with ECW body, originally new to Eastern National in 1955. This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Boley Road, White Colne, Essex

St. Andrew's church can be seen in the distance.

Robert Edwards

Earls Colne, Essex

This part of the town shows St. Andrews church at the eastern end of the High Street. Earls Colne gets its name from the de Vere family, the Earls of Oxford, who owned land in the Colne valley and some areas of Suffolk.

Robert Edwards

The Lion, public house, Earls Colne, Essex

This 14th century Tudor Style inn stands at the top of the High Street on the right hand side as you head towards Halstead. It hasn't always been an inn. At one time the public bar, which is at the front, was a stilted building and used to house the indoor market.

Robert Edwards

Colne Engaine village, Essex

This village stands on high ground in the Colne Valley and there are nice views from the church.

Robert Edwards

Country lane, east of Colne Engaine, Essex

The road from Colne Engaine to Countess Cross.

Robert Edwards

Colne Engaine village, Essex

Village scene showing St.Andrew's church hidden behind the trees.

Robert Edwards

Thin Reserve, White Colne

This is a view along the old Colne Valley railway line looking westbound towards Earls Colne. The railway embankment ran from White Colne to where the line used to cross the river. At the time the photo was taken this was a nature reserve managed by Essex Wildlife Trust Link

however management has now passed back to the local authority. Continue on a virtual tour of Wildlife Trust Reserves in Essex by visiting a former reserve no longer in their care TQ8598 : Hall Wood

Glyn Baker

Bridge Out!

This picture shows what is left of a bridge on the Colne Valley railway. The railway embankment to the right as far as White Colne was a nature reserve managed by Essex wildlife Trust Link

however management has now passed back to the local authority. The photo was taken looking upstream.

Glyn Baker

Field near Countess Cross, Essex

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Bures Field, Bramble Farm

Straw bales after harvest.

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Overshot mill - Colne Engaine

A beautifully restored watermill in a rural location

Simon Leatherdale

Pylons Near White Colne

View across fields towards Colne Park near White Colne

David Sanderson

Colne park monument

Simon Leatherdale

Lych -gate st. Andrew's church, White Colne

Simon Leatherdale

Ford Mill in the Colne Valley, near Colne Engaine

Robert Edwards

St. Andrew's church, Earls Colne, Essex

This church stands at the east end of the village High Street. Parts of the church date back to the 14th century, such as the beautiful tower, but the church is also a result of much Victorian rebuilding. The battlements, with flushwork decoration dated 1534, bear the de Vere arms. The de Veres were the Earls of Oxford, hence the village name, who lived at nearby Castle Hedingham and owned much of the surrounding land.

Robert Edwards