Patchill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Devon Torridge

England

Patchill Plantation

Berry Farm Seen from the lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell, close to a bridge over a stream. — Berry Farm Credit: Derek Harper

Patchill Plantation is a woodland area located in Devon, England. It is situated in the southeastern part of the county, near the town of Woodbury. The plantation covers an extensive area and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna.

The woodland in Patchill Plantation consists primarily of deciduous trees, such as oak, beech, and ash. These trees provide a dense canopy that creates a shaded and cool environment within the plantation. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of fallen leaves and moss, adding to the overall natural beauty of the area.

The plantation is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and a wide range of bird species. The dense vegetation and abundant food sources make it an ideal habitat for these animals. Birdwatchers often visit the plantation to spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Patchill Plantation offers recreational opportunities for visitors. There are several walking trails and footpaths that crisscross the woodland, allowing people to explore and enjoy the serene surroundings. The plantation is also a popular spot for picnics and family outings.

Over the years, Patchill Plantation has been carefully managed to preserve its natural ecosystem. It is protected as a conservation area and efforts have been made to maintain the biodiversity of the woodland. Conservationists regularly monitor the health of the trees and work to prevent the spread of invasive species.

Overall, Patchill Plantation in Devon is a picturesque woodland area that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its diverse flora and fauna make it a haven for nature lovers and a valuable natural resource for the local community.

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Patchill Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.855736/-4.115091 or Grid Reference SS5108. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Berry Farm Seen from the lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell, close to a bridge over a stream.

Berry Farm

Seen from the lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell, close to a bridge over a stream.

Lane past Berry Farm The lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell passes the spot where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/567857">SS5010 : Berry Farm</a> was taken.

Lane past Berry Farm

The lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell passes the spot where SS5010 : Berry Farm was taken.

Track through Way Plantation, near Petrockstowe, Devon This is the entrance to Way Plantation, the track and woodland appearing on OS maps.

Track through Way Plantation, near Petrockstowe, Devon

This is the entrance to Way Plantation, the track and woodland appearing on OS maps.

Cott Lane, Petrockstow Looking east towards the main road. Mist filled the valley that morning, hence no background!

Cott Lane, Petrockstow

Looking east towards the main road. Mist filled the valley that morning, hence no background!

Petrockstowe Church The church is dedicated to Saint Petroc.

Petrockstowe Church

The church is dedicated to Saint Petroc.

Fields near Petrockstowe A view from the lane (part of NCN route 3) from Petrockstowe to Hembury Gate. The valleys drain to the right towards the Little Mere River. The farm, Deer Park, is in SS5010.

Fields near Petrockstowe

A view from the lane (part of NCN route 3) from Petrockstowe to Hembury Gate. The valleys drain to the right towards the Little Mere River. The farm, Deer Park, is in SS5010.

Field beside the Torridge The river is just at the foot of the slope. Beyond is the flood plain, about 250 metres wide at this point.

Field beside the Torridge

The river is just at the foot of the slope. Beyond is the flood plain, about 250 metres wide at this point.

Magpie Contrasting conditions of thatch, and contrasting ages of buildings. This little group is on the lane from Sheepwash to Patchel Cross.

Magpie

Contrasting conditions of thatch, and contrasting ages of buildings. This little group is on the lane from Sheepwash to Patchel Cross.

Across Patchill Plantation Looking across the top of the wood, and the valley on whose slopes it lies, from Petrockstow Footpath 3 near the farm at Patchill. The valley drains east (right) towards Petrockstowe Moor (the parish seems to have no final E, unlike the village and the moor). On the left is Hartleigh Wood, largely in SS5008.

Across Patchill Plantation

Looking across the top of the wood, and the valley on whose slopes it lies, from Petrockstow Footpath 3 near the farm at Patchill. The valley drains east (right) towards Petrockstowe Moor (the parish seems to have no final E, unlike the village and the moor). On the left is Hartleigh Wood, largely in SS5008.

Aish Lodge Other local placenames are spelt &quot;Ash&quot;, but this little lodge, at a junction between the lane from Friar&#039;s Hele Cross to Petrockstowe and a farm track on the fringe of Ash Moor, is an exception.

Aish Lodge

Other local placenames are spelt "Ash", but this little lodge, at a junction between the lane from Friar's Hele Cross to Petrockstowe and a farm track on the fringe of Ash Moor, is an exception.

Ash Moor Looking into a field with an extraordinarily irregular boundary, a rarity in this flat land where most boundaries are straight. The field is adjacent to the locally notorious unused Ash Moor burial site, where almost a million carcasses from the 2001 FMD outbreak were intended to be buried. The area is now the latest addition to Devon Wildlife Trust&#039;s nature reserves.

Ash Moor

Looking into a field with an extraordinarily irregular boundary, a rarity in this flat land where most boundaries are straight. The field is adjacent to the locally notorious unused Ash Moor burial site, where almost a million carcasses from the 2001 FMD outbreak were intended to be buried. The area is now the latest addition to Devon Wildlife Trust's nature reserves.

Westacott The farm, seen from along the lane from Filleighmoor Gate to Patchel Cross.

Westacott

The farm, seen from along the lane from Filleighmoor Gate to Patchel Cross.

Lane at Bradley The quiet and attractive lane from Patchel Cross to Filleighmoor Gate passes trees just west of Bradley, at the eastern edge of this square.

Lane at Bradley

The quiet and attractive lane from Patchel Cross to Filleighmoor Gate passes trees just west of Bradley, at the eastern edge of this square.

Lane past Newcourt Wood Fleeting sunlight dapples the lane from Sheepwash to Magpie, but hasn&#039;t yet reached the bridge over Newcourt Water at the foot of the short hill.

Lane past Newcourt Wood

Fleeting sunlight dapples the lane from Sheepwash to Magpie, but hasn't yet reached the bridge over Newcourt Water at the foot of the short hill.

Newcourt Wood The predominantly conifer wood has a skirt of deciduous around it, especially on the east side of Newcourt Water; this view looks up one of the main tracks from the lane between Sheepwash and Magpie.

Newcourt Wood

The predominantly conifer wood has a skirt of deciduous around it, especially on the east side of Newcourt Water; this view looks up one of the main tracks from the lane between Sheepwash and Magpie.

This little piggy Spotted through the undergrowth near Rockhay Bridge, and seemed quite anxious to make friends; the rest kept their distance.

This little piggy

Spotted through the undergrowth near Rockhay Bridge, and seemed quite anxious to make friends; the rest kept their distance.

Ash Moor Unlike the field described in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/575201">SS5208 : Ash Moor</a>, this field is rectangular, apart from a boundary the two share, and has been restored since work was done here in connection with plans to bury FMD carcasses in 2001.

Ash Moor

Unlike the field described in SS5208 : Ash Moor, this field is rectangular, apart from a boundary the two share, and has been restored since work was done here in connection with plans to bury FMD carcasses in 2001.

Ash Moor Another view into the field shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/575201">SS5208 : Ash Moor</a> across the irregular field boundary on its northern edge.

Ash Moor

Another view into the field shown in SS5208 : Ash Moor across the irregular field boundary on its northern edge.

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Patchill Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SS5108 (Lat: 50.855736, Lng: -4.115091)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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