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Moor Plantation

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Moor Plantation

Greenham Village Houses in Greenham.
Greenham Village Credit: Wayland Smith

Moor Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Somerset, England. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, it is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. The plantation is situated on the edge of the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of mature trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees create a serene and tranquil atmosphere, providing a habitat for a variety of woodland animals such as deer, foxes, and badgers. The plantation is also home to a rich bird population, with species including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds.

Visitors to Moor Plantation can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails that wind through the woodland, allowing them to explore its beauty at their own pace. The plantation offers a range of recreational activities, including walking, jogging, and cycling, with designated routes catering to different levels of fitness and ability.

In addition to its natural beauty, Moor Plantation also has historical significance. It is believed to have been part of an ancient forest known as Selwood Forest, which was heavily used by the Saxons. Evidence of historic charcoal production can still be found within the woodland.

Moor Plantation is a haven for nature lovers, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical connections make it a unique and cherished location in Somerset.

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Greenham Village Houses in Greenham.
Greenham Village
Houses in Greenham.
Higher Greenham Road junction on Fisher's Hill.
Higher Greenham
Road junction on Fisher's Hill.
View across fields View from Fishers Hill.
View across fields
View from Fishers Hill.
Greenham : Bishop's Hill Looking along Bishop's Hill in Greenham.
Greenham : Bishop's Hill
Looking along Bishop's Hill in Greenham.
Holcombe Rogus: east to Bishop's Barton Bishop's Barton is in the parish of Stawley, across the river Tone
Holcombe Rogus: east to Bishop's Barton
Bishop's Barton is in the parish of Stawley, across the river Tone
Stawley: Cothay Manor The manor gardens are open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from April through to September. Also on bank holidays. Admission in 2005 – £4: no dogs. The manor house dates from the late 15th century
Stawley: Cothay Manor
The manor gardens are open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from April through to September. Also on bank holidays. Admission in 2005 – £4: no dogs. The manor house dates from the late 15th century
Langford Budville: Grand Western Canal at Higher Wellisford Here the canal ran in cutting, above and to the south of the river Tone. It was active from 1838 to 1867. A footpath now runs its course. Looking east
Langford Budville: Grand Western Canal at Higher Wellisford
Here the canal ran in cutting, above and to the south of the river Tone. It was active from 1838 to 1867. A footpath now runs its course. Looking east
Stawley: barns at Kittisford Barton On the lane known as Cockland Hill
Stawley: barns at Kittisford Barton
On the lane known as Cockland Hill
Stawley: The Globe In the hamlet of Appley, this public house has a good reputation for food. Looking north
Stawley: The Globe
In the hamlet of Appley, this public house has a good reputation for food. Looking north
Stawley: St Michael’s Church Robin Bush, who wrote ‘Somerset, The Complete Guide’ [The Dovecote Press, 1994], regards Stawley church as one of his favourites. It stands somewhat remote above the valley of the river Tone. Looking north
Stawley: St Michael’s Church
Robin Bush, who wrote ‘Somerset, The Complete Guide’ [The Dovecote Press, 1994], regards Stawley church as one of his favourites. It stands somewhat remote above the valley of the river Tone. Looking north
Stawley: footpath at Greenham The old towpath of the Grand Western Canal – not restored on this section – has now become a public footpath. Here it heads north east towards Cothay Manor
Stawley: footpath at Greenham
The old towpath of the Grand Western Canal – not restored on this section – has now become a public footpath. Here it heads north east towards Cothay Manor
Thorne St Margaret: lane through Piley Copse Looking north west. Small ponds by the lane have recently been cleared of surrounding trees
Thorne St Margaret: lane through Piley Copse
Looking north west. Small ponds by the lane have recently been cleared of surrounding trees
Stawley: by Lutley Bridge On the left of this shot is a long ford: it leads to Poleshill, and brings water from Bathealton. In the centre a footbridge also leads to Poleshill and to the right is a post box built into the parapet of Lutley Bridge. The Tone, on the right, having run north from Greenham, swings sharply here to run south east towards Wellisford and Harpford Bridge. Looking east
Stawley: by Lutley Bridge
On the left of this shot is a long ford: it leads to Poleshill, and brings water from Bathealton. In the centre a footbridge also leads to Poleshill and to the right is a post box built into the parapet of Lutley Bridge. The Tone, on the right, having run north from Greenham, swings sharply here to run south east towards Wellisford and Harpford Bridge. Looking east
Thorne St Margaret: limekiln near Piley Copse On the edge of a field with access permitted under DEFRA’s farm conservation scheme – until September 2011. Looking south west
Thorne St Margaret: limekiln near Piley Copse
On the edge of a field with access permitted under DEFRA’s farm conservation scheme – until September 2011. Looking south west
Stawley: Tone valley near Kittisford Mill North of Cothay Manor: the Tone flows north towards Lutley Bridge where it turns sharply to the south east
Stawley: Tone valley near Kittisford Mill
North of Cothay Manor: the Tone flows north towards Lutley Bridge where it turns sharply to the south east
Stawley: house at Kittisford Mill This was in all probability the mill proprietor’s house at one time. Looking north west. Only a remnant of the mill remains, out of shot, to the left. It was powered by a leat from a weir on the river Tone
Stawley: house at Kittisford Mill
This was in all probability the mill proprietor’s house at one time. Looking north west. Only a remnant of the mill remains, out of shot, to the left. It was powered by a leat from a weir on the river Tone
Thorne St Margaret: lane from Wellisford Looking south east
Thorne St Margaret: lane from Wellisford
Looking south east
Stawley: the Tone valley near Kittisford Looking south east from a point above Kittisford Mill. Beyond the first field the Tone flows north - to the left - before running south east for Wellisford. The roofs and chimneys of buildings at Wellisford – the further one is Wellisford Manor – can be seen on the left. In the distance stand the Blackdowns
Stawley: the Tone valley near Kittisford
Looking south east from a point above Kittisford Mill. Beyond the first field the Tone flows north - to the left - before running south east for Wellisford. The roofs and chimneys of buildings at Wellisford – the further one is Wellisford Manor – can be seen on the left. In the distance stand the Blackdowns
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Moor Plantation is located at Grid Ref: ST0721 (Lat: 50.988158, Lng: -3.316295)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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