Cove Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cornwall

England

Cove Plantation

GWR HST approaching Saltash A Great Western Railway service approaching Saltash station having crossed the Tamar on Brunel&#039;s Royal Albert Bridge. The service is formed by a short High Speed Train (HST) set. Having been displaced from the main Southwest - London services by the introduction of a new Hitachi built train fleet, GWR have re-formed and refurbished a number of HST sets to work the South Wales - Southwest services. — GWR HST approaching Saltash Credit: David Robinson

Cove Plantation, located in Cornwall, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. Situated near the coastal village of Cove, this plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Covering an expansive area, Cove Plantation boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife. The woodland is predominantly composed of dense forests, with tall, towering trees that provide ample shade and create a cool, tranquil environment. The plantation is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which contribute to the area's rich biodiversity.

Walking through Cove Plantation, visitors can enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss and ferns, interspersed with wildflowers during the warmer months. The plantation is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore the area and discover its hidden gems.

The plantation is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot various species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, while small mammals like squirrels and rabbits can be seen darting through the undergrowth. The peacefulness and seclusion of Cove Plantation make it an ideal habitat for these creatures.

Cove Plantation is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, nature walks, and photography. Its untouched natural beauty and tranquil ambiance provide a relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether seeking solitude or adventure, Cove Plantation offers a truly enchanting experience for all who visit.

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Cove Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.390441/-4.2093531 or Grid Reference SX4356. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

GWR HST approaching Saltash

A Great Western Railway service approaching Saltash station having crossed the Tamar on Brunel's Royal Albert Bridge. The service is formed by a short High Speed Train (HST) set. Having been displaced from the main Southwest - London services by the introduction of a new Hitachi built train fleet, GWR have re-formed and refurbished a number of HST sets to work the South Wales - Southwest services.

David Robinson

Coombe Road, Wearde, Saltash

Roy Hughes

Houses at Wearde, Saltash near inlet of the Tamar

Roy Hughes

Forder Lake

Roy Hughes

Royal Albert Bridge

We are just about to leave Devon and enter Cornwall by crossing over the River Tamar on a much missed high speed train from Paddington. Image taken in those times when you could lower a window in the carriage vestibule and poke your camera out to take a photo.

Marika Reinholds

HMNB Devonport

Her Majesty's Naval Base, Devonport (HMNB Devonport), is one of three operating bases in the United Kingdom for the Royal Navy (the others being HMNB Clyde and HMNB Portsmouth). HMNB Devonport is located in Devonport, in the west of the city of Plymouth. Having begun as Royal Navy Dockyard in the late-17th century, it is now the largest naval base in Western Europe and is the sole nuclear repair and refuelling facility for the Royal Navy. Shipbuilding ceased at Devonport in the early 1970s, but ship maintenance work has continued: the now privatised maintenance facilities are operated by Babcock Marine who took over in 2007. HM Naval Base Devonport is the home port of the Devonport Flotilla which includes the largest ship in the Royal Navy HMS Ocean and the Trafalgar-class submarines. Devonport will no longer be used as a base for attack submarines after these move to Faslane by 2017, and the Type 45 destroyers are based at Portsmouth. However, Devonport retains a long-term role as the dedicated home of the amphibious fleet, survey vessels and half the frigate fleet.

David Dixon

RFA Fort Victoria at Devonport

Royal Fleet Auxiliary combined fleet stores ship and tanker RFA Fort Victoria berthed at HMNB Devonport.

David Dixon

Frigate, HMS Argyll, at Devonport

Royal Navy Type 23 Duke-class frigate HMS Argyll (F231) at HMNB Devonport.

David Dixon

River Tamar, The Hamoaze

The Hamoaze is an estuarine stretch of the tidal River Tamar, between its confluence with the River Lynher and Plymouth Sound.

David Dixon

Houses beneath Royal Albert Bridge

Keith Edkins

Royal Albert Bridge

Completed in 1859 to the design of Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Known as a bowstring tubular plate girder bridge, the combination of suspension and arches structure produces no net lengthways force on the supporting piers. Grade I listed (obvs!)

Keith Edkins

Bridges over the River Tamar

Looking up from the water, the two bridges are very different. First is the Royal Albert Bridge carrying the railway into Cornwall and upstream from that is the Tamar Bridge for road traffic.

Stephen McKay