Aller Orchard Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon Teignbridge

England

Aller Orchard Wood

Path to Vale Road Hmmm - this does bear a strong similarity to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6795584">SX8670 : Path to Vale Road</a>. But there are walkers demonstrating its use and emerging through the chicane onto Vale Road by the shed.
Path to Vale Road Credit: Derek Harper

Aller Orchard Wood, located in Devon, is a stunning woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Spread across a vast expanse, this wood is a magnificent blend of ancient trees, lush vegetation, and vibrant wildlife. The wood is situated in the heart of the Aller Brook Valley, providing a serene and peaceful environment for visitors.

The woodland is predominantly made up of oak and beech trees, which tower above visitors, casting a beautiful dappled light on the forest floor. The thick canopy of foliage provides shelter for an array of flora and fauna, including ferns, bluebells, and wood anemones. During the spring, the forest floor comes alive with a riot of colors as wildflowers bloom.

Aller Orchard Wood is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. The wood is home to a variety of bird species, including the great spotted woodpecker and tawny owl. Visitors may also spot mammals such as foxes, badgers, and deer, as they navigate their way through the undergrowth.

The wood offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its natural wonders. Along the trails, there are informative signs that provide details about the history, ecology, and wildlife of the area, enhancing the overall experience.

Aller Orchard Wood is a cherished natural treasure in Devon, attracting visitors from near and far who seek solace and tranquility in its enchanting surroundings. It is a place where one can reconnect with nature and marvel at the wonders of the natural world.

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Aller Orchard Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.510804/-3.5834266 or Grid Reference SX8769. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path to Vale Road Hmmm - this does bear a strong similarity to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6795584">SX8670 : Path to Vale Road</a>. But there are walkers demonstrating its use and emerging through the chicane onto Vale Road by the shed.
Path to Vale Road
Hmmm - this does bear a strong similarity to SX8670 : Path to Vale Road. But there are walkers demonstrating its use and emerging through the chicane onto Vale Road by the shed.
Alpaca eggs? The sign on the waymark post reads:
"Alpaca Antics: Free Range Eggs, Best In The Valley!! £1.20 ½ dozen - Follow Main Track Down To Our Farm". You can see some of the alpacas in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6812855">SX8970 : Alpacas, Haccombe</a>.
Alpaca eggs?
The sign on the waymark post reads: "Alpaca Antics: Free Range Eggs, Best In The Valley!! £1.20 ½ dozen - Follow Main Track Down To Our Farm". You can see some of the alpacas in SX8970 : Alpacas, Haccombe.
Carriage drive near Haccombe Chase A little further up <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6933878">SX8970 : Carriage drive, Haccombe</a>.
Carriage drive near Haccombe Chase
A little further up SX8970 : Carriage drive, Haccombe.
Old stone stile near The Round House The weathered steps of a wall stile beside the John Musgrave Heritage Trail.
Old stone stile near The Round House
The weathered steps of a wall stile beside the John Musgrave Heritage Trail.
Fields near The Round House Sheep and protected stuff seen from the John Musgrave Heritage Trail. The former mobile home seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1300118">SX8870 : Former mobile home near The Round House</a> has probably long since gone.
Fields near The Round House
Sheep and protected stuff seen from the John Musgrave Heritage Trail. The former mobile home seen in SX8870 : Former mobile home near The Round House has probably long since gone.
John Musgrave Heritage Trail near Haccombe A pair of gates in quick succession as the Trail follows Haccombe with Combe Footpath 16 down into the valley.
John Musgrave Heritage Trail near Haccombe
A pair of gates in quick succession as the Trail follows Haccombe with Combe Footpath 16 down into the valley.
Haccombe valley Light and dark as clouds and sun alternate. This is from just down Haccombe with Combe Footpath 16 / John Musgrave Heritage Trail from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6987627">SX8870 : John Musgrave Heritage Trail near Haccombe</a>.
Haccombe valley
Light and dark as clouds and sun alternate. This is from just down Haccombe with Combe Footpath 16 / John Musgrave Heritage Trail from SX8870 : John Musgrave Heritage Trail near Haccombe.
Cow near Haccombe Part of a herd on the valley side beside the John Musgrave Heritage Trail, as shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6987639">SX8970 : Haccombe valley</a>.
Cow near Haccombe
Part of a herd on the valley side beside the John Musgrave Heritage Trail, as shown in SX8970 : Haccombe valley.
Terracettes, Haccombe The valley side seen from the road to the church.
Terracettes, Haccombe
The valley side seen from the road to the church.
Carriage drive near Haccombe Chase Also shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6933884">SX8970 : Carriage drive near Haccombe Chase</a>.
Carriage drive near Haccombe Chase
Newton Abbot : Hewett Close Looking towards the road.
Newton Abbot : Hewett Close
Looking towards the road.
Newton Abbot : Footpath A footpath alongside Shaldon Road.
Newton Abbot : Footpath
A footpath alongside Shaldon Road.
Newton Abbot : Centrax Gas Turbines Looking towards Centrax Gas Turbines on Shaldon Road.
Newton Abbot : Centrax Gas Turbines
Looking towards Centrax Gas Turbines on Shaldon Road.
Newton Abbot : Moorland View Looking along Moorland View from Haytor Drive.
Newton Abbot : Moorland View
Looking along Moorland View from Haytor Drive.
Newton Abbot : Haytor Drive Looking along Haytor Drive.
Newton Abbot : Haytor Drive
Looking along Haytor Drive.
Newton Abbot : Moorland View Looking along Moorland View.
Newton Abbot : Moorland View
Looking along Moorland View.
Newton Abbot : Flete Avenue Flete Avenue off Moorland View.
Newton Abbot : Flete Avenue
Flete Avenue off Moorland View.
Newton Abbot : Moorland View Looking along Moorland View.
Newton Abbot : Moorland View
Looking along Moorland View.
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Aller Orchard Wood is located at Grid Ref: SX8769 (Lat: 50.510804, Lng: -3.5834266)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Teignbridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Aller Vale Pottery

The Aller Vale Pottery was formed in 1865 on the northern edge of the village of Kingskerswell in South Devon, England on the likely site of a medieval pottery. It became well known for the creation of art pottery at the end of the 19th century and gained Royal patronage, but declined thereafter, closing on this site in about 1924. The name continued in use until 1962 related to the production of mass-produced motto ware for the tourist market.

Aller Sand Pit

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Buckland Athletic F.C.

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Abbotskerswell Priory

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Milber Down

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Milber

Milber is a suburban area of Newton Abbot and former civil parish, now in the parish of Newton Abbot, in the Teignbridge district of Devon, England. Much of the area comprises a housing estate at grid reference SX8770. It lies to the east of the town centre, on the opposite side of the A380 road.

Coffinswell

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