Park Rough

Wood, Forest in Kent Canterbury

England

Park Rough

Park Rough, located in Kent, is a charming woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Covering a vast expanse of land, this forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of a mixture of deciduous and evergreen trees, creating a picturesque landscape that changes with the seasons. Towering oak and beech trees provide a dense canopy, offering shade and shelter to the variety of flora and fauna that call Park Rough their home.

The forest boasts an extensive network of well-maintained trails, making it an ideal destination for hikers and walkers. These paths meander through the woods, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. Along the way, one can encounter a wide range of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and a plethora of bird species.

Park Rough is also well-known for its rich biodiversity. The forest supports a diverse range of plant life, with various wildflowers, ferns, and mosses thriving in the damp and shaded areas. The forest floor is carpeted with a vibrant tapestry of bluebells in the spring, creating a stunning spectacle for visitors.

The forest is accessible to the public year-round, attracting visitors from near and far. Whether one seeks a peaceful escape from the bustling city or an opportunity to reconnect with nature, Park Rough in Kent provides an idyllic setting for outdoor exploration and appreciation of the natural world.

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Park Rough Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.322292/1.1618821 or Grid Reference TR2062. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pastureland

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Drainage channel

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Black Horse Lane

Part of a housing estate called The Hoplands for which planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA//16/00404. An “outline planning application for a neighbourhood extension for the creation of up to 250 houses including affordable housing, neighbourhood centre (comprising Class A1 food store (400sq.m), Class D1 medical centre (380sq.m), Class D1 dentist (150sq.m), Class A1 pharmacy (150sq.m), Class D1 nursery (120sq.m) and Class A1 convenience retail (360sq.m)), commercial estate (comprising Class B1 business floorspace (up to 5572sq.m), Class D1 apprenticeship centre (616sq.m) and Class D1/D2 community building (up to 672sq.m)), parish parkland and associated access, parking, amenity space and landscaping”.

Black Horse Lane

Black Horse Lane

Longwall Lane

Hoath, Holy Cross

Lakehill Road

Part of a housing estate called The Hoplands for which planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA//16/00404.

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Lakehill Road

Part of a housing estate called The Hoplands for which planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA//16/00404.

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Unnamed Road

Part of a housing estate called The Hoplands for which planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA//16/00404.

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A28 Island Road, Hersden

Towards Margate.

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A28 Island Road, Hersden

Towards Margate.

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Roundabout on A28

Serving industrial parks off to the right.

Robin Webster

Land adjacent to 11, The Elms

Planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA//15/01035 for the erection of “two residential dwellings with associated parking and amenity space”. Number 11 is to the left of the wall. A terrace of three houses, numbered TR2062 : 13-17, The Elms, were built on the site.

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Elliefred, Ash Crescent

Planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA//10/01343 for the “erection of detached dwelling (revised scheme)”. The site is described as land adjoining 2 Ash Crescent. This is how TR2062 : Elliefred, Ash Crescent looked after completion

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Hoarding, Island Road (A28)

Planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA//14/01386 for a “proposed residential development consisting of 10 one bed flats, together with access and parking”. The location was described as land between The Sycamores and Chequer Tree Close, Island Road. The road sign, for Chequer Tree Close, can be seen to the left of the hoarding.

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Hoplands Farm

Planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA//16/00404 for “outline planning application for a neighbourhood extension for the creation of up to 250 houses including affordable housing, neighbourhood centre (comprising Class A1 foodstore (400sq.m), Class D1 medical centre (380sq.m), Class D1 dentist (150sq.m), Class A1 pharmacy (150sq.m), Class D1 nursery (120sq.m) and Class A1 convenience retail (360sq.m)), commercial estate (comprising Class B1 business floorspace (up to 5572sq.m), Class D1 apprenticeship centre (616sq.m) and Class D1/D2 community building (up to 672sq.m)), parish parkland and associated access, parking, amenity space and landscaping”. This view was taken from beside a bus stop shelter.

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