Tanner's Plantation

Wood, Forest in Devon North Devon

England

Tanner's Plantation

Swimbridge: the Old Traveller’s Rest Former inn on a road linking Chittlehampton and Barnstaple. Looking north-north-west
Swimbridge: the Old Traveller’s Rest Credit: Martin Bodman

Tanner's Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Devon, England. Covering an extensive area, this forest is known for its enchanting beauty and tranquil atmosphere. With its lush greenery and diverse flora, Tanner's Plantation offers a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The woodland comprises a mixture of deciduous and evergreen trees, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors throughout the year. Towering oak, beech, and ash trees dominate the landscape, providing shade and shelter for a wide variety of wildlife. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich assortment of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the area's natural charm.

Tranquil streams meander through Tanner's Plantation, providing a peaceful backdrop and a source of water for local fauna. The gentle sound of babbling water adds to the serene ambiance of the forest, making it an ideal location for relaxation and contemplation.

The plantation also offers various walking trails and hiking routes, allowing visitors to explore the forest's hidden gems. These paths wind their way through the woodland, offering glimpses of hidden glades, ancient ruins, and breathtaking viewpoints. Along the way, visitors may encounter woodland creatures such as deer, squirrels, and a diverse array of bird species.

Tanner's Plantation is not only a haven for nature lovers but also serves as an important conservation area. Efforts have been made to protect the forest's biodiversity and maintain its natural integrity. The area is open to the public, with designated picnic areas and facilities available for visitors to enjoy a day of leisure amidst the beauty of nature.

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Tanner's Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.028341/-4.0065256 or Grid Reference SS5927. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Swimbridge: the Old Traveller’s Rest Former inn on a road linking Chittlehampton and Barnstaple. Looking north-north-west
Swimbridge: the Old Traveller’s Rest
Former inn on a road linking Chittlehampton and Barnstaple. Looking north-north-west
Swimbridge: pond Looking west across the road from the Old Traveller’s Rest
Swimbridge: pond
Looking west across the road from the Old Traveller’s Rest
Swimbridge: entrance to Chuggaton Farm Looking west
Swimbridge: entrance to Chuggaton Farm
Looking west
Bishop’s Tawton: entrance to Shilstone Farm Looking south
Bishop’s Tawton: entrance to Shilstone Farm
Looking south
Bishop’s Tawton: lane to Bickell Cross Looking north
Bishop’s Tawton: lane to Bickell Cross
Looking north
Swimbridge: grass harvest Gathering mown grass for silage at Bickle Farm
Swimbridge: grass harvest
Gathering mown grass for silage at Bickle Farm
Higher Hearson Farm Farms and  farm buildings in the geographical area North Devon. (The administrative area governed by North Devon District Council covers a slightly different area.)
Higher Hearson Farm
Farms and farm buildings in the geographical area North Devon. (The administrative area governed by North Devon District Council covers a slightly different area.)
Shilstone Farm Farms and  farm buildings in the geographical area North Devon. (The administrative area governed by North Devon District Council covers a slightly different area.)
Shilstone Farm
Farms and farm buildings in the geographical area North Devon. (The administrative area governed by North Devon District Council covers a slightly different area.)
Bishop’s Tawton: the Taw Looking downstream from a footbridge near Chapelton Station on the Tarka Line. The river here is said to be favoured by kingfishers.
Bishop’s Tawton: the Taw
Looking downstream from a footbridge near Chapelton Station on the Tarka Line. The river here is said to be favoured by kingfishers.
Tawstock: Chapelton Station The station house is now a private residence; its platform no longer in use. Passengers use a second platform this side of the track. The crossing leads to a footbridge over the Taw and on to Herner and Yeotown
Tawstock: Chapelton Station
The station house is now a private residence; its platform no longer in use. Passengers use a second platform this side of the track. The crossing leads to a footbridge over the Taw and on to Herner and Yeotown
Tawstock: train on the Tarka Line Approaching, but not stopping, at Chapelton Station: a train from Barnstaple to Exeter crossing a bridge over the Langham Lake, a tributary of the river Taw.
Tawstock: train on the Tarka Line
Approaching, but not stopping, at Chapelton Station: a train from Barnstaple to Exeter crossing a bridge over the Langham Lake, a tributary of the river Taw.
Tawstock: Chapelton Lane to farm
Tawstock: Chapelton
Lane to farm
Bishop’s Tawton: Great Fisherton Once a farmhouse, its farm buildings now appear to belong to the neighbouring Little Fisherton. Some cob evident on the first floor
Bishop’s Tawton: Great Fisherton
Once a farmhouse, its farm buildings now appear to belong to the neighbouring Little Fisherton. Some cob evident on the first floor
Bishop’s Tawton: lane to Heaton Cleave is reachable but not on tarmac: it means driving through a gated farmyard at Heaton and then on by an unsurfaced track
Bishop’s Tawton: lane to Heaton
Cleave is reachable but not on tarmac: it means driving through a gated farmyard at Heaton and then on by an unsurfaced track
Bishop’s Tawton: Great Westacott Seen from the lane to Heanton with woods in Tawstock parish, the far side of the Taw valley, beyond
Bishop’s Tawton: Great Westacott
Seen from the lane to Heanton with woods in Tawstock parish, the far side of the Taw valley, beyond
Bishop’s Tawton: lane near Heaton Leading to Higher and Lower Woolstone
Bishop’s Tawton: lane near Heaton
Leading to Higher and Lower Woolstone
Bishop’s Tawton: towards Codden Hill Looking north-north-west
Bishop’s Tawton: towards Codden Hill
Looking north-north-west
Bishop’s Tawton: Little Halmpstone Converted cottages by a back lane
Bishop’s Tawton: Little Halmpstone
Converted cottages by a back lane
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Tanner's Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SS5927 (Lat: 51.028341, Lng: -4.0065256)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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