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Allisdon Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cornwall

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Allisdon Plantation

Elger Wood A track (not a right of way - there aren't many around here) leads from the road from North Tamerton to Holsworthy into the wood, which lies along the slopes of the Deer valley.
Elger Wood Credit: Derek Harper

Allisdon Plantation, located in Cornwall, England, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Spanning approximately 200 acres, this plantation is situated in a rural setting and offers visitors a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The woodland in Allisdon Plantation is predominantly composed of native tree species, including oak, beech, and ash trees. These towering trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a wide range of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the plantation.

Several walking trails wind their way through the plantation, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. These paths are well-maintained and provide access to different areas of the woodland, including a small stream and a picturesque pond. Nature enthusiasts can observe various bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

Allisdon Plantation is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking outdoor recreation. It offers opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography, and also serves as an educational resource for schools and nature organizations. The plantation's management actively promotes environmental conservation and sustainable practices, ensuring the long-term preservation of this beautiful woodland.

Overall, Allisdon Plantation in Cornwall is a haven for nature lovers, providing a serene and captivating environment for visitors to connect with the natural world and experience the beauty of the British countryside.

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Allisdon Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.752209/-4.4124023 or Grid Reference SX2997. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Elger Wood A track (not a right of way - there aren't many around here) leads from the road from North Tamerton to Holsworthy into the wood, which lies along the slopes of the Deer valley.
Elger Wood
A track (not a right of way - there aren't many around here) leads from the road from North Tamerton to Holsworthy into the wood, which lies along the slopes of the Deer valley.
Tamerton Bridge Across the River Tamar; also shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1195673">SX3197 : Bridge over River Tamar.</a>, and probably date from soon after 1847, when a flood destroyed the medieval bridge here<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142438" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142438">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> .
Tamerton Bridge
Across the River Tamar; also shown in SX3197 : Bridge over River Tamar., and probably date from soon after 1847, when a flood destroyed the medieval bridge hereLinkExternal link .
Tamerton Bridge Another view of the listed C19 bridge over the Tamar shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4873724">SX3197 : Tamerton Bridge</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1195673">SX3197 : Bridge over River Tamar.</a>, and very similar to the latter.
Tamerton Bridge
Another view of the listed C19 bridge over the Tamar shown in SX3197 : Tamerton Bridge and SX3197 : Bridge over River Tamar., and very similar to the latter.
Road near Tamerton Bridge In the foreground is the junction with the lane to Corfcott Green. The cottage on the left is just beyond the entrance lane to Bridge Farm.
Road near Tamerton Bridge
In the foreground is the junction with the lane to Corfcott Green. The cottage on the left is just beyond the entrance lane to Bridge Farm.
Tamerton Bridge The parapets leading up to the bridge <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142438" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142438">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> on the north side of the Tamar. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=63908981" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=63908981">Link</a> .
Tamerton Bridge
The parapets leading up to the bridge LinkExternal link on the north side of the Tamar. See also Link .
Tamar at Tamerton Bridge Looking downstream: the river is approaching the confluence with the Deer. Near the bend ahead the calm river breaks into rapids; could this be a nick point?
Tamar at Tamerton Bridge
Looking downstream: the river is approaching the confluence with the Deer. Near the bend ahead the calm river breaks into rapids; could this be a nick point?
Rushy meadow by the Tamar From the road south of Tamerton Bridge.
Rushy meadow by the Tamar
From the road south of Tamerton Bridge.
Meadow by the Tamar Looking left from the same spot as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5001612">SX3197 : Rushy meadow by the Tamar</a>, with the river flowing past the nearer bushes, and behind it the lane crossing Deer Bridge; the rivers (Deer and Tamar) meet somewhere right of centre among the trees.
Meadow by the Tamar
Looking left from the same spot as SX3197 : Rushy meadow by the Tamar, with the river flowing past the nearer bushes, and behind it the lane crossing Deer Bridge; the rivers (Deer and Tamar) meet somewhere right of centre among the trees.
Road past Davies Farm From the point where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4865808">SX3198 : Elger Wood</a> was taken, looking up the road to Venton. The building is a telephone exchange, with Brick Kiln Copse in the distance.
Road past Davies Farm
From the point where SX3198 : Elger Wood was taken, looking up the road to Venton. The building is a telephone exchange, with Brick Kiln Copse in the distance.
Old Direction Sign - Signpost north of Tamerton Bridge No finial - Only the stump of the pillar remains; Oatey & Martyn casting by the UC road, in parish of North Tamerton (North Cornwall District), T-junction just North of Tamerton Bridge, on verge, West side of road. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CW_SX3197
Old Direction Sign - Signpost north of Tamerton Bridge
No finial - Only the stump of the pillar remains; Oatey & Martyn casting by the UC road, in parish of North Tamerton (North Cornwall District), T-junction just North of Tamerton Bridge, on verge, West side of road. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CW_SX3197
Old Boundary Marker County Bridge Marker on the south side of the minor road 90 metres southwest of Tamerton Bridge, River Ottery. North Tamerton parish. Inscribed C. The stone marks the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. Milestone Society National ID: CW_NTAMER01pb
Old Boundary Marker
County Bridge Marker on the south side of the minor road 90 metres southwest of Tamerton Bridge, River Ottery. North Tamerton parish. Inscribed C. The stone marks the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. Milestone Society National ID: CW_NTAMER01pb
Entrance to North Tamerton
Entrance to North Tamerton
Looking west along the road through North Tamerton
Looking west along the road through North Tamerton
Looking north to the church of St Denis With Victoria Hall on the left.
Looking north to the church of St Denis
With Victoria Hall on the left.
The tower of St Denis' church Seen across the flood-plain of the River Tamar from a lane to the east.
The tower of St Denis' church
Seen across the flood-plain of the River Tamar from a lane to the east.
West of Deer Bridge The Cornwall-Devon border follows the River Deer, which joins the Tamar immediately below Deer Bridge.
West of Deer Bridge
The Cornwall-Devon border follows the River Deer, which joins the Tamar immediately below Deer Bridge.
Driveway to Vacye View west.
Driveway to Vacye
View west.
Ogbeare Hall A distant glimpse of the mansion, part C15 but substantially rebuilt in the C19, from the lane between Hornacott Farm and North Tamerton. The house is on the north side of a steep little valley, part of which forms some of its grounds, and which drains into the Tamar.
Ogbeare Hall
A distant glimpse of the mansion, part C15 but substantially rebuilt in the C19, from the lane between Hornacott Farm and North Tamerton. The house is on the north side of a steep little valley, part of which forms some of its grounds, and which drains into the Tamar.
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Allisdon Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SX2997 (Lat: 50.752209, Lng: -4.4124023)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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