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Huish Cross Plantation

Wood, Forest in Devon Torridge

England

Huish Cross Plantation

Tarka Trail near Brightley Farm
Tarka Trail near Brightley Farm Credit: Grant Sherman

Huish Cross Plantation is a charming woodland area located in Devon, England. Situated near the village of Huish Cross, this plantation covers a vast expanse of land and is renowned for its dense forest and diverse flora and fauna.

The plantation is characterized by its lush greenery, towering trees, and well-maintained trails that wind through the woodland. It offers a serene and peaceful escape for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts alike. The diverse ecosystem supports a wide range of plant species, including oak, beech, birch, and pine trees, which create a stunning and vibrant landscape throughout the year.

Huish Cross Plantation is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it an ideal spot for animal enthusiasts. The woodland provides a habitat for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, offering visitors the opportunity to observe and appreciate their natural behaviors. Additionally, the plantation is also inhabited by mammals like deer, foxes, and squirrels, adding to the allure of the area.

Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the well-marked trails, taking in the peaceful ambiance and breathtaking scenery. The plantation is equipped with picnic areas, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst nature. Furthermore, the plantation is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities available nearby.

Huish Cross Plantation is a natural gem in Devon, offering a tranquil retreat for those seeking solace in the beauty of nature. Whether it's exploring the woodland, observing wildlife, or simply enjoying a picnic, this plantation has something to offer for everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.879955/-4.0766388 or Grid Reference SS5410. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tarka Trail near Brightley Farm
Tarka Trail near Brightley Farm
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
There are lots of New Bridges in Devon. The Tarka Trail crosses this one a couple of miles west of Dolton.
Merton Church Another Devon location where my BLIGHT ancestors came from.
Merton Church
Another Devon location where my BLIGHT ancestors came from.
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
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
View across the Torridge from Halsdon View across the Torridge from Halsdon (Devon Wildlife Trust reserve) showing a hide on the far bank.
View across the Torridge from Halsdon
View across the Torridge from Halsdon (Devon Wildlife Trust reserve) showing a hide on the far bank.
Gatehouse of the Clinton Estate, Merton This is one of two gatehouses of the Clinton Estate in Merton
Gatehouse of the Clinton Estate, Merton
This is one of two gatehouses of the Clinton Estate in Merton
Breaka Lane Dolton Footpath 12 leads off to the east from the lane past Lower Langham Farm.
Breaka Lane
Dolton Footpath 12 leads off to the east from the lane past Lower Langham Farm.
Tutsan Hypericum androsaemum, one of the St John's Worts, growing on the lane near Millham Cottages.
Tutsan
Hypericum androsaemum, one of the St John's Worts, growing on the lane near Millham Cottages.
Lane to Woodridge Cross A minor lane, leading from Langham Cross, along a steep valley created by a tributary of the Torridge.
Lane to Woodridge Cross
A minor lane, leading from Langham Cross, along a steep valley created by a tributary of the Torridge.
Overgrown Rover At the point where the Tarka Trail leaves the lane shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/483754">SS5511 : Lane to Woodridge Cross</a>, this Rover 100 has become one with its surroundings.
Overgrown Rover
At the point where the Tarka Trail leaves the lane shown in SS5511 : Lane to Woodridge Cross, this Rover 100 has become one with its surroundings.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lower Lodge Close to Kingsford Bridge on the A386 over the Little Mere River.
Lower Lodge
Close to Kingsford Bridge on the A386 over the Little Mere River.
Bourna A thatched farmhouse by the A386, and sited where the Tarka Trail runs alongside the main road for a short distance.
Bourna
A thatched farmhouse by the A386, and sited where the Tarka Trail runs alongside the main road for a short distance.
Bourna Another view of the farmhouse shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/569611">SS5410 : Bourna</a>. The land behind slopes gently away towards the River Torridge. Seen from the Tarka Trail as it passes along the A386.
Bourna
Another view of the farmhouse shown in SS5410 : Bourna. The land behind slopes gently away towards the River Torridge. Seen from the Tarka Trail as it passes along the A386.
The Hellings Part of the parkland at Heanton Satchville, on slopes above the valley of the River Mere. Seen from Huish Footpath 3.
The Hellings
Part of the parkland at Heanton Satchville, on slopes above the valley of the River Mere. Seen from Huish Footpath 3.
The Hellings An assortment of parkland trees beside Huish Footpath 3. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/569628">SS5311 : The Hellings</a> looks across to the west.
The Hellings
An assortment of parkland trees beside Huish Footpath 3. SS5311 : The Hellings looks across to the west.
Lych gate, Huish Looking out from the churchyard of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/567493">SS5311 : St James the Less church, Huish</a>. The paving beyond the tiles in very similar to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/569349">SS5408 : Path to church, Meeth</a>. Beyond the roadway is a calvary.
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.
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Huish Cross Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SS5410 (Lat: 50.879955, Lng: -4.0766388)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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