Okenbury Plantation

Wood, Forest in Devon South Hams

England

Okenbury Plantation

Approaching Hoist Point The coast path follows Kingston footpath 8, with the cliff of Hoist Point ahead. — Approaching Hoist Point Credit: Derek Harper

Okenbury Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Devon, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, the plantation is known for its dense forest of native trees such as oak, beech, and birch. The woodland is a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers, offering scenic walking trails that wind through the forest and provide opportunities to observe local wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and various bird species.

Okenbury Plantation is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its diverse ecosystem and the presence of rare plant species. The woodland is managed by local conservation organizations to maintain its ecological integrity and protect its biodiversity.

Visitors to Okenbury Plantation can enjoy peaceful walks in the tranquil surroundings, listening to the sounds of nature and breathing in the fresh air. The woodland is also a great spot for picnics and photography, with its lush greenery and vibrant flora providing a beautiful backdrop for outdoor activities. Overall, Okenbury Plantation is a hidden gem in Devon, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking to connect with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.304531/-3.9002861 or Grid Reference SX6446. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Approaching Hoist Point The coast path follows Kingston footpath 8, with the cliff of Hoist Point ahead.

Approaching Hoist Point

The coast path follows Kingston footpath 8, with the cliff of Hoist Point ahead.

Grassland above Hoist Beach A view from the coast path across the sloping grassland, with Burgh Island prominent in the distance.

Grassland above Hoist Beach

A view from the coast path across the sloping grassland, with Burgh Island prominent in the distance.

Westcombe from the coast path Taken on the precipitous descent down Kingston footpath 8 from Hoist Point, looking up the valley, which is also Wiscombe, as it&#039;s Wiscombe Lane that climbs up it towards Kingston. But below me is Westcombe Beach.

Westcombe from the coast path

Taken on the precipitous descent down Kingston footpath 8 from Hoist Point, looking up the valley, which is also Wiscombe, as it's Wiscombe Lane that climbs up it towards Kingston. But below me is Westcombe Beach.

Coast path above Westcombe Beach Kingston footpath 8 climbs away from the bend where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6830735">SX6345 : Rocks below Hoist Point</a> was taken.

Coast path above Westcombe Beach

Kingston footpath 8 climbs away from the bend where SX6345 : Rocks below Hoist Point was taken.

Rocks off Westcombe Beach A stack and reefs run out to sea between the beach and Aylmer Cove. In the background are Burgh Island and Bolt Tail.

Rocks off Westcombe Beach

A stack and reefs run out to sea between the beach and Aylmer Cove. In the background are Burgh Island and Bolt Tail.

Approaching Westcombe Beach The coast path, following Kingston footpath 8, twists down to the rear of the beach.

Approaching Westcombe Beach

The coast path, following Kingston footpath 8, twists down to the rear of the beach.

Coast path at Westcombe Beach Following Kingston Footpath 8 down to cross the stream, and then Ringmore Footpath 15 up steeply beyond it, as the parish boundary follows the stream.

Coast path at Westcombe Beach

Following Kingston Footpath 8 down to cross the stream, and then Ringmore Footpath 15 up steeply beyond it, as the parish boundary follows the stream.

Wiscombe Hedges and bushes on the lower valley side in the area shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6997564">SX6345 : Westcombe from the coast path</a>.

Wiscombe

Hedges and bushes on the lower valley side in the area shown in SX6345 : Westcombe from the coast path.

Hemlock water dropwort, Wiscombe I could be mistaken, but this looks like Conium maculatum, possibly Britain&#039;s most poisonous plant, and very common in late spring in and around South Devon watercourses.

Hemlock water dropwort, Wiscombe

I could be mistaken, but this looks like Conium maculatum, possibly Britain's most poisonous plant, and very common in late spring in and around South Devon watercourses.

Footpath, Wiscombe Shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1511844">SX6346 : Path up Westcombe</a>, where I have described it as a permissive path. It is now a fully-fledged public footpath, Kingston Footpath 10.

Footpath, Wiscombe

Shown in SX6346 : Path up Westcombe, where I have described it as a permissive path. It is now a fully-fledged public footpath, Kingston Footpath 10.

Track, Wiscombe A private track seen from Kingston Footpath 10. The track follows a western branch if the valley towards Scobbiscombe Farm; the public footpath keeps to the main Wiscombe valley.

Track, Wiscombe

A private track seen from Kingston Footpath 10. The track follows a western branch if the valley towards Scobbiscombe Farm; the public footpath keeps to the main Wiscombe valley.

Footbridge, Wiscombe Kingston Footpath 10 crosses the stream down Wiscombe. This looks right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6998149">SX6346 : Track, Wiscombe</a>. In the background is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6825304">SX6346 : Willow plantation near Butts Brake</a>.

Footbridge, Wiscombe

Kingston Footpath 10 crosses the stream down Wiscombe. This looks right from SX6346 : Track, Wiscombe. In the background is SX6346 : Willow plantation near Butts Brake.

Footbridge, Wiscombe Seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6998167">SX6346 : Footbridge, Wiscombe</a>, it carries Kingston Footpath 10 down towards Westcombe Beach. The boulder shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6998149">SX6346 : Track, Wiscombe</a> can also be seen.

Footbridge, Wiscombe

Seen in SX6346 : Footbridge, Wiscombe, it carries Kingston Footpath 10 down towards Westcombe Beach. The boulder shown in SX6346 : Track, Wiscombe can also be seen.

Willow plantation, Wiscombe Also shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6825304">SX6346 : Willow plantation near Butts Brake</a>.

Willow plantation, Wiscombe

Also shown in SX6346 : Willow plantation near Butts Brake.

Footpath, Wiscombe Kingston Footpath 10.

Footpath, Wiscombe

Kingston Footpath 10.

Gate and path junction, Wiscombe At the point where Kingston Footpath 10 comes to an end and you have a choice between going ahead up the valley to Kingston, or forking left up the valley side to meet a lane to the village; both routes are Kingston Bridleway 2.

Gate and path junction, Wiscombe

At the point where Kingston Footpath 10 comes to an end and you have a choice between going ahead up the valley to Kingston, or forking left up the valley side to meet a lane to the village; both routes are Kingston Bridleway 2.

Trees, Wiscombe Trees along the stream down Wiscombe. Those in the background are along Wiscombe Lane.

Trees, Wiscombe

Trees along the stream down Wiscombe. Those in the background are along Wiscombe Lane.

Streamside trees, Wiscombe Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6998272">SX6446 : Trees, Wiscombe</a>, with some overlap.

Streamside trees, Wiscombe

Looking right from SX6446 : Trees, Wiscombe, with some overlap.

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Okenbury Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SX6446 (Lat: 50.304531, Lng: -3.9002861)

Administrative County: Devon

District: South Hams

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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