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Chisserday Plantation

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

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Chisserday Plantation

The A358 at Sampford Brett Looking west from the railway bridge. Compare <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5027878">ST0940 : The A358</a>.
The A358 at Sampford Brett Credit: Stephen Craven

Chisserday Plantation is a historic site located in Somerset, England. It is known for its dense wood and forest, providing a beautiful natural landscape for visitors to explore. The plantation covers a vast area, offering diverse flora and fauna that make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

The plantation is home to various species of trees, including oak, beech, and pine, creating a rich and vibrant woodland environment. The dense foliage of the forest provides a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, such as deer, foxes, and numerous bird species, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

Chisserday Plantation offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. The trails wind through the woodland, providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape and opportunities to discover hidden gems, such as serene ponds and babbling brooks.

In addition to its natural beauty, Chisserday Plantation also holds historical significance. It has been a working plantation for centuries, with evidence of human activity dating back to the medieval period. The plantation has witnessed the passage of time and the evolution of Somerset's history.

Overall, Chisserday Plantation in Somerset is a place where nature and history intertwine. It offers an enchanting escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life, allowing visitors to reconnect with the natural world and immerse themselves in its tranquility.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.156378/-3.327927 or Grid Reference ST0740. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The A358 at Sampford Brett Looking west from the railway bridge. Compare <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5027878">ST0940 : The A358</a>.
The A358 at Sampford Brett
Looking west from the railway bridge. Compare ST0940 : The A358.
Signal south of Williton station The signal is part way along a single track section between stations, which is unusual.
Signal south of Williton station
The signal is part way along a single track section between stations, which is unusual.
Station Road level crossing and Williton signal box The signal box dates from the opening of the line in 1862 and is grade II listed (list entry 1174890). Unlike most such boxes on the national network, it is still in use by the preserved WSR, who claim it as "the only working example of a Bristol and Exeter Railway still in use".
Station Road level crossing and Williton signal box
The signal box dates from the opening of the line in 1862 and is grade II listed (list entry 1174890). Unlike most such boxes on the national network, it is still in use by the preserved WSR, who claim it as "the only working example of a Bristol and Exeter Railway still in use".
Williton station, up platform The station is a passing point on the mainly single track West Somerset Railway, so it has two platforms.
Williton station, up platform
The station is a passing point on the mainly single track West Somerset Railway, so it has two platforms.
Williton diesel depot Not many preserved railways have a dedicated diesel depot, but this one has a larger collection of diesel (rather than steam) trains than most. On shed here is 'Hymek' class no. D7017.
Williton diesel depot
Not many preserved railways have a dedicated diesel depot, but this one has a larger collection of diesel (rather than steam) trains than most. On shed here is 'Hymek' class no. D7017.
Williton diesel depot - wagons with crane The West Somerset Railway (WSR) is a railway line that originally linked Taunton and Watchet. It opened in 1862 and was extended from Watchet to Minehead by the Minehead Railway in 1874. It was closed in 1971 but was then reopened in 1976 as a heritage railway. At 22.75 miles, it is the longest privately owned passenger rail line in the country, however services normally only operate on the 19.5 miles between Bishops Lydeard and Minehead. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Somerset_Railway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Somerset_Railway">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Williton diesel depot - wagons with crane
The West Somerset Railway (WSR) is a railway line that originally linked Taunton and Watchet. It opened in 1862 and was extended from Watchet to Minehead by the Minehead Railway in 1874. It was closed in 1971 but was then reopened in 1976 as a heritage railway. At 22.75 miles, it is the longest privately owned passenger rail line in the country, however services normally only operate on the 19.5 miles between Bishops Lydeard and Minehead. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link Website: LinkExternal link
Former GWR shed at Williton This corrugated metal shed with steel framing, now housing railway stock under restoration, was re-erected here in 1992 from its original home in the Great Western Railway's Swindon works where it was first erected in 1899. It's unusual for a relocated building, or one of this type, to be listed, but it is indeed given grade II status (list entry 1241069) as "a remarkably well preserved and very early example of a steel-framed all-metal building".
Former GWR shed at Williton
This corrugated metal shed with steel framing, now housing railway stock under restoration, was re-erected here in 1992 from its original home in the Great Western Railway's Swindon works where it was first erected in 1899. It's unusual for a relocated building, or one of this type, to be listed, but it is indeed given grade II status (list entry 1241069) as "a remarkably well preserved and very early example of a steel-framed all-metal building".
Steam meets diesel at Williton A steam-hauled train heading for Bishop's Lydeard approaches Williton sidings where a diesel multiple unit is stabled.
Steam meets diesel at Williton
A steam-hauled train heading for Bishop's Lydeard approaches Williton sidings where a diesel multiple unit is stabled.
Horse jumps at Williton The 'iron horse' is not the only variety to be seen from the West Somerset Railway.
Horse jumps at Williton
The 'iron horse' is not the only variety to be seen from the West Somerset Railway.
Turning for North Street
Turning for North Street
Former print works, Williton
Former print works, Williton
Williton Fire Station
Williton Fire Station
North Croft
North Croft
St Peters primary school, Williton
St Peters primary school, Williton
New estate on the edge of Williton
New estate on the edge of Williton
West Somerset Coast Path A long way from the coast!
West Somerset Coast Path
A long way from the coast!
Williton Union Workhouse Converted to flats.
Williton Union Workhouse
Converted to flats.
Williton Union Workhouse Converted to housing, in the 1990's.
Williton Union Workhouse
Converted to housing, in the 1990's.
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Chisserday Plantation is located at Grid Ref: ST0740 (Lat: 51.156378, Lng: -3.327927)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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