Beara Plantation

Wood, Forest in Devon Teignbridge

England

Beara Plantation

St Peter's Church, Buckland in the Moor
St Peter's Church, Buckland in the Moor Credit: Chris Allen

Beara Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Devon, England. Spread across a vast area, the plantation is nestled near the village of Beara, offering visitors a serene and tranquil environment to explore. The woodland is characterized by its dense and diverse vegetation, consisting primarily of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees.

The plantation is home to a wide range of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and pine, which provide a rich and varied habitat for numerous wildlife species. Nature enthusiasts can expect to encounter a variety of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and finches, as well as small mammals like squirrels, rabbits, and hedgehogs.

Walking trails wind their way through the plantation, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural surroundings. The paths are well-maintained, making it accessible for individuals of all ages and physical abilities. Along the way, benches and picnic spots are strategically placed, providing opportunities for visitors to rest and appreciate the stunning views.

Beara Plantation is not only a haven for nature lovers but also serves as an important conservation area. The local authorities actively manage the woodland, ensuring the preservation of its ecological balance. Regular tree planting and maintenance programs are carried out to sustain the health and growth of the plantation.

Whether it's for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the tranquility of nature, Beara Plantation offers a captivating and immersive experience for all who visit. With its natural beauty and diverse wildlife, it truly is a gem within the Devon countryside.

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Beara Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.550938/-3.8084838 or Grid Reference SX7173. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Peter's Church, Buckland in the Moor
St Peter's Church, Buckland in the Moor
Marsh near Blackslade Water Where our daughters used to play in the 1980's is now mostly boggy and overgrown.
Marsh near Blackslade Water
Where our daughters used to play in the 1980's is now mostly boggy and overgrown.
Puffballs near Blackslade Water In woodland near the bumpy car park.
Puffballs near Blackslade Water
In woodland near the bumpy car park.
Blackslade Water Looking upstream a little north of the Cold East Cross road.
Blackslade Water
Looking upstream a little north of the Cold East Cross road.
Path and wood above Blackslade Water A leat in former times, confirmed by the sign shown at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309617">SX7374 : Notice by former leat near Blackslade Water</a>.
Path and wood above Blackslade Water
A leat in former times, confirmed by the sign shown at SX7374 : Notice by former leat near Blackslade Water.
Near Blackslade Water A very similar view at a different time of the same year to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6778145">SX7374 : View up the valley of the Blackslade Water</a>, taken looking back to the left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309085">SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water</a>, and also with Rippon Tor visible.
Near Blackslade Water
A very similar view at a different time of the same year to SX7374 : View up the valley of the Blackslade Water, taken looking back to the left from SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water, and also with Rippon Tor visible.
Wood above Blackslade Water Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309093">SX7374 : Near Blackslade Water</a> and behind the camera in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309085">SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water</a>.
Wood above Blackslade Water
Pony near Blackslade Water In the woodland shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309294">SX7374 : Wood above Blackslade Water</a>.
Pony near Blackslade Water
In the woodland shown in SX7374 : Wood above Blackslade Water.
Pony near Blackslade Water The pony shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309296">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a> is not alone. Here's a rear view of a friend. On the right are twigs of a large fallen tree.
Pony near Blackslade Water
The pony shown in SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water is not alone. Here's a rear view of a friend. On the right are twigs of a large fallen tree.
Woodland above Blackslade Water Looking behind the camera from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309329">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a>.
Woodland above Blackslade Water
Looking behind the camera from SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water.
Pony near Blackslade Water Another view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309296">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a>.
Pony near Blackslade Water
Fallen tree near Blackslade Water A tiny part of this appears on the right of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309329">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a>.
Fallen tree near Blackslade Water
A tiny part of this appears on the right of SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water.
Across the Blackslade Water valley Looking right from the woodland edge shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309329">SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water</a>.
Across the Blackslade Water valley
Looking right from the woodland edge shown in SX7374 : Pony near Blackslade Water.
Weir, Blackslade Water This is the feature seen from another direction in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6778153">SX7374 : Blackslade Water</a>, and where a leat is carried off from the stream for the farm at Ruddycleave.
Weir, Blackslade Water
This is the feature seen from another direction in SX7374 : Blackslade Water, and where a leat is carried off from the stream for the farm at Ruddycleave.
Notice by former leat near Blackslade Water Fairly conclusive evidence that this is the former leat that served the farm at Ruddycleave. The notice reads: DRINKING WATER SUPPLY - DO NOT INTERFERE WITH OR POLLUTE IN ANY WAY. The former leat is also shown at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309085">SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water</a>, and its commencement at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7309594">SX7374 : Weir, Blackslade Water</a>.
Notice by former leat near Blackslade Water
Fairly conclusive evidence that this is the former leat that served the farm at Ruddycleave. The notice reads: DRINKING WATER SUPPLY - DO NOT INTERFERE WITH OR POLLUTE IN ANY WAY. The former leat is also shown at SX7374 : Path and wood above Blackslade Water, and its commencement at SX7374 : Weir, Blackslade Water.
Blackslade Water Looking upstream from the bridge seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6728176">SX7374 : Road crossing Blackslade Water</a>.
Blackslade Water
Looking upstream from the bridge seen in SX7374 : Road crossing Blackslade Water.
Brooklime near Blackslade Water Just for the record. Some more impressive photo of Veronica beccabunga are at <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=167139309" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=167139309">Link</a> . This is in the ditch to the right of the road shown at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6728176">SX7374 : Road crossing Blackslade Water</a>.
Brooklime near Blackslade Water
Just for the record. Some more impressive photo of Veronica beccabunga are at Link . This is in the ditch to the right of the road shown at SX7374 : Road crossing Blackslade Water.
Pines near Blackslade Water By the bumpy car park off the road from Cold East Cross.
Pines near Blackslade Water
By the bumpy car park off the road from Cold East Cross.
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Beara Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SX7173 (Lat: 50.550938, Lng: -3.8084838)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Teignbridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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