Beech Plantation

Wood, Forest in Essex Tendring

England

Beech Plantation

View across the Stour estuary from The Walls at dusk Looking north-northwest.
View across the Stour estuary from The Walls at dusk Credit: Robert Lamb

Beech Plantation, located in the county of Essex, is a picturesque woodland area known for its abundant beech trees, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The plantation spans over a vast area, encompassing dense forests and sprawling meadows, providing a diverse range of habitats for various plant and animal species.

The dominant feature of Beech Plantation is undoubtedly the beech trees, which give the area its name. These majestic trees, with their smooth silver-gray bark and vibrant green leaves, create a serene and tranquil atmosphere throughout the woodland. The plantation is particularly enchanting during autumn, when the beech trees transform into a stunning array of golden and amber hues.

Aside from the beech trees, the woodland is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. Wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, dot the forest floor, creating a beautiful carpet of colors. The diverse ecosystem supports a wide range of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and various bird species. Nature enthusiasts visiting Beech Plantation have the opportunity to observe and appreciate these creatures in their natural habitat.

The woodland also offers numerous walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore the plantation at their own pace. These trails wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and providing an immersive experience in nature. Additionally, the plantation features picnic areas and benches, providing visitors with the perfect spot to rest and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Overall, Beech Plantation in Essex is a captivating destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. With its towering beech trees, diverse wildlife, and scenic walking trails, it offers a peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Beech Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.933898/1.0776338 or Grid Reference TM1130. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View across the Stour estuary from The Walls at dusk Looking north-northwest.
View across the Stour estuary from The Walls at dusk
Looking north-northwest.
View across the River Stour estuary from The Walls Looking north-northwest.
View across the River Stour estuary from The Walls
Looking north-northwest.
View of St. Mary & St. Michael's Church in Mistley from The Walls Looking south-southeast.
View of St. Mary & St. Michael's Church in Mistley from The Walls
Looking south-southeast.
View of Mistley Towers from the village square Looking north-northeast.
View of Mistley Towers from the village square
Looking north-northeast.
View of the EDME Malt Extract chimney towering above a house in Mistley from the village square Looking south-southeast.
View of the EDME Malt Extract chimney towering above a house in Mistley from the village square
Looking south-southeast.
View of the fingerpost sign on a bench in the village square Looks like a vehicle has crashed into the traditional fingerpost sign (as well as a nearby lamp post) on Mistley's village square and, rather ingeniously, the sign has been maintained by someone placing it on the nearby bench. Looking south-southwest.
View of the fingerpost sign on a bench in the village square
Looks like a vehicle has crashed into the traditional fingerpost sign (as well as a nearby lamp post) on Mistley's village square and, rather ingeniously, the sign has been maintained by someone placing it on the nearby bench. Looking south-southwest.
Mistley, St Mary & St Michael
Mistley, St Mary & St Michael
Old Milestone, B1352, High Street, Mistley The milestone was originally located on the High Street, Mistley at TM 1181 3178. It was later moved against the wall of a building on Mistley Quay, see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6045295" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6045295">Link</a> , then temporarily put in to store during property development, and has now been re-installed in the Swan Basin, High Street. Parish of Mistley (Tendring District), Carved stone post, originally erected in the 19th century. A replacement for the cast iron post that would later have been fitted to the milestone is located close by, see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7148738" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7148738">Link</a>

Inscription reads:-
LXI / Colchester / 10 / Mistley  : : (Harwich / 11)

Milestone Society National ID: EX_COHH61
Old Milestone, B1352, High Street, Mistley
The milestone was originally located on the High Street, Mistley at TM 1181 3178. It was later moved against the wall of a building on Mistley Quay, see Link , then temporarily put in to store during property development, and has now been re-installed in the Swan Basin, High Street. Parish of Mistley (Tendring District), Carved stone post, originally erected in the 19th century. A replacement for the cast iron post that would later have been fitted to the milestone is located close by, see Link Inscription reads:- LXI / Colchester / 10 / Mistley : : (Harwich / 11) Milestone Society National ID: EX_COHH61
Replacement Milestone, B1352, High St, Mistley, Swan Basin This milestone is located in the Swan Basin, against the far wall to the right of the original stone milestone EX_COHH61, <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7148662" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7148662">Link</a>. Parish of Mistley (Tendring District). It is a replacement for the original cast iron post, Bendall iron casting design, erected by the Essex Second District turnpike trust in the 19th century. Cast iron posts on this Colchester to Harwich route were made to be bolted on to the original stone milestones.

Inscription reads:-
HARWICH / 11  : : COLCHESTER / 10  : :  MISTLEY / TO / LONDON / 61  :  : BENDALL / IRON AND BRASS / FOUNDERS / PLOUGH AND MACHINE / MAKER / LAWFORD / ESSEX /1834

Milestone Society National ID: EX_COHH61AR
Replacement Milestone, B1352, High St, Mistley, Swan Basin
This milestone is located in the Swan Basin, against the far wall to the right of the original stone milestone EX_COHH61, Link. Parish of Mistley (Tendring District). It is a replacement for the original cast iron post, Bendall iron casting design, erected by the Essex Second District turnpike trust in the 19th century. Cast iron posts on this Colchester to Harwich route were made to be bolted on to the original stone milestones. Inscription reads:- HARWICH / 11 : : COLCHESTER / 10 : : MISTLEY / TO / LONDON / 61 : : BENDALL / IRON AND BRASS / FOUNDERS / PLOUGH AND MACHINE / MAKER / LAWFORD / ESSEX /1834 Milestone Society National ID: EX_COHH61AR
The Walls, Manningtree
The Walls, Manningtree
The Walls, Manningtree
The Walls, Manningtree
Mistley war memorial and Mistley Tower
Mistley war memorial and Mistley Tower
High Street, Manningtree
High Street, Manningtree
Church of St Mary; Mistley; as seen from Stour Estuary
Church of St Mary; Mistley; as seen from Stour Estuary
Stream in New Mistley The stream ends up in the Landooze Rill in the Stour. I suspect the land behind the fence will soon be re-developed.
Stream in New Mistley
The stream ends up in the Landooze Rill in the Stour. I suspect the land behind the fence will soon be re-developed.
A Glimpse of the Stour The CCTV cameras of  the Wharf in New Mistley can just be seen at the bottom of the frame. The weather coming from Suffolk looked ominous (and it was).
A Glimpse of the Stour
The CCTV cameras of the Wharf in New Mistley can just be seen at the bottom of the frame. The weather coming from Suffolk looked ominous (and it was).
Allotments in New Mistley A scrap of land between the B1352 and the railway.
Allotments in New Mistley
A scrap of land between the B1352 and the railway.
The Wharf at New Mistley Taken through the locked gates to the wharf
The Wharf at New Mistley
Taken through the locked gates to the wharf
Show me another place!

Beech Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TM1130 (Lat: 51.933898, Lng: 1.0776338)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Tendring

Police Authority: Essex

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