Brickmoor Plantation

Wood, Forest in Devon Torridge

England

Brickmoor Plantation

River Torridge at New Bridge There are lots of New Bridges in Devon. The Tarka Trail crosses this one a couple of miles west of Dolton. — River Torridge at New Bridge Credit: Grant Sherman

Brickmoor Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Devon, England. Situated near the charming village of Wood, this sprawling forest spans approximately 100 acres and offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts.

The plantation is characterized by its dense canopy of tall oak, beech, and chestnut trees, providing a haven for numerous bird species and wildlife. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors during the spring and summer months.

Visitors to Brickmoor Plantation can explore a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the woodland, allowing for a peaceful and immersive experience in nature. The trails cater to different levels of difficulty, accommodating both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes. Along the way, hikers may come across babbling streams, small ponds, and hidden clearings, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the plantation.

The plantation is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species such as woodpeckers and owls. Birdwatchers will find ample opportunities to spot and observe these feathered inhabitants throughout the year.

Brickmoor Plantation is a popular destination for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its natural beauty and tranquility make it an ideal spot for picnics, meditation, and simply immersing oneself in the serenity of the surrounding woodland.

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Brickmoor Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.889796/-4.0850819 or Grid Reference SS5312. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River Torridge at New Bridge

There are lots of New Bridges in Devon. The Tarka Trail crosses this one a couple of miles west of Dolton.

Grant Sherman

Merton Church

Another Devon location where my BLIGHT ancestors came from.

Stephen Bashford

Merton: cottage by Merton Mill Cross

As the signpost states, the road on the left leads to Beaford – via Balls Corner and Beaford Mill, on the river Torridge

Martin Bodman

View across the Torridge from Halsdon

View across the Torridge from Halsdon (Devon Wildlife Trust reserve) showing a hide on the far bank.

Thor Beverley

Gatehouse of the Clinton Estate, Merton

This is one of two gatehouses of the Clinton Estate in Merton

Thor Beverley

View of the Torridge from Halsdon

View of the Torridge valley from Halsdon (Devon Wildlife Trust reserve).

Thor Beverley

Leytown

A farm in a shallow valley west of the Torridge, seen from the Tarka Trail as it follows the lane from Broadmead to New Bridge.

Derek Harper

St James the Less church, Huish

The church was heavily restored by G E Street in 1873; only the medieval tower remains as it was.

Derek Harper

Lower Lodge

Close to Kingsford Bridge on the A386 over the Little Mere River.

Derek Harper

Hillies Wood

The view from a gateway near Whiteland Head. A rather small stream occupying quite a broad valley emerges from the wood. The lane to Balls Corner Cross continues, on the left, into SS5413 - photos SS5413 : Countryside near Balls, SS5413 : Balls and SS5413 : Lane to Whiteland Head were all taken from where the lane goes out of sight.

Derek Harper

The Hellings

Part of the parkland at Heanton Satchville, on slopes above the valley of the River Mere. Seen from Huish Footpath 3.

Derek Harper

The Hellings

An assortment of parkland trees beside Huish Footpath 3. SS5311 : The Hellings looks across to the west.

Derek Harper

Lych gate, Huish

Looking out from the churchyard of SS5311 : St James the Less church, Huish. The paving beyond the tiles in very similar to SS5408 : Path to church, Meeth. Beyond the roadway is a calvary.

Derek Harper

Lower Lodge

Another view of SS5211 : Lower Lodge from the A386 at Kingsford Bridge over the Little Mere River. The junction on the right is with a lane to Petrockstowe.

Derek Harper

Field at Whiteland Head

From the same gateway as SS5313 : Hillies Wood, a view of a steep field above Hillies Wood.

Derek Harper

Balls

Balls is the white farm across the fields. The lane is leading from Whiteland Head to Balls Corner Cross.

Derek Harper

Lane to Whiteland Head

Looking in the opposite direction from close to the spot where SS5413 : Balls was taken. The lane is about to cross a gridline; the tree on the left is just inside SS5313.

Derek Harper

Countryside near Balls

A view from close to where SS5413 : Balls and SS5413 : Lane to Whiteland Head were taken, across the valley mentioned in SS5313 : Hillies Wood. The woods on the far slope are Highridge Copse (left) and New Plantation (centre right); the small wood between them is at Highridge. On the right, Hillies Wood is casting a long evening shadow.

Derek Harper

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Brickmoor Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SS5312 (Lat: 50.889796, Lng: -4.0850819)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall