Alder Grove

Wood, Forest in Devon East Devon

England

Alder Grove

About to enter Colliton on the A373, heading south
About to enter Colliton on the A373, heading south Credit: Rob Purvis

Alder Grove is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Devon, England. Situated in the heart of the region, this forested area is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquility. Spanning over several acres, Alder Grove is home to a diverse range of tree species, with a prominent presence of alder trees, from which it derives its name.

The forest boasts a lush undergrowth, filled with ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere. The thick canopy of trees provides a sheltered habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, squirrels, and deer. Bird enthusiasts will be delighted to spot rare species such as the woodpecker and nightingale, which are known to frequent the area.

Alder Grove offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in nature and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers, thanks to its well-marked trails and scenic viewpoints. The forest paths wind through the trees, leading to open clearings and babbling brooks, adding to the charm of the location.

In addition to its natural beauty, Alder Grove also holds historical significance. The ancient ruins of a stone circle can be found within its boundaries, hinting at the area's long-standing human presence. Archaeological enthusiasts can explore these remnants and learn more about the past civilizations that once thrived in this woodland.

Overall, Alder Grove in Devon is a haven of tranquility, offering a perfect retreat for those seeking solace in nature. Its stunning landscape, diverse wildlife, and historical appeal make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Alder Grove Images

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About to enter Colliton on the A373, heading south
About to enter Colliton on the A373, heading south
At Colliton Cross junction on the A373, heading towards Honiton
At Colliton Cross junction on the A373, heading towards Honiton
Lovely tree at the junction on the A373 for Upton
Lovely tree at the junction on the A373 for Upton
Payhembury: Lower Tale A herd of cattle heading back to pasture after milking
Payhembury: Lower Tale
A herd of cattle heading back to pasture after milking
Payhembury: Hembury from near Haskins Cross View to Broadhembury. The ramparts and ditches of Hembury, an Iron Age hillfort, remain at the end of the wooded ridge
Payhembury: Hembury from near Haskins Cross
View to Broadhembury. The ramparts and ditches of Hembury, an Iron Age hillfort, remain at the end of the wooded ridge
Plymtree: view south south east towards Payhembury Looking from a point east of Plymtree village by the lane to Clyst William
Plymtree: view south south east towards Payhembury
Looking from a point east of Plymtree village by the lane to Clyst William
Broadhembury: the Upton turning By the A373 Cullompton – Honiton road
Broadhembury: the Upton turning
By the A373 Cullompton – Honiton road
Payhembury: Upton Farm On a side road between Colliton and Payhembury. Looking north west
Payhembury: Upton Farm
On a side road between Colliton and Payhembury. Looking north west
Payhembury: north east to Hembury fort With houses at Rull in mid distance. Hembury was an Iron Age fort which was later utilised by the Roman army under Vespasian
Payhembury: north east to Hembury fort
With houses at Rull in mid distance. Hembury was an Iron Age fort which was later utilised by the Roman army under Vespasian
Payhembury: post van near Milton Beyond the van is Yellingham Farm, offering B&B and winner of South West Tourism’s recent Taste of the West Award. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.yellinghamfarm.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.yellinghamfarm.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>. The Royal Mail van appears to be based at Honiton
Payhembury: post van near Milton
Beyond the van is Yellingham Farm, offering B&B and winner of South West Tourism’s recent Taste of the West Award. See LinkExternal link. The Royal Mail van appears to be based at Honiton
Payhembury: Alan’s Motors Near the western end of the village. Looking north east
Payhembury: Alan’s Motors
Near the western end of the village. Looking north east
Payhembury: Tuck Mill Farm Seen from the bridge over the Tale; looking north west
Payhembury: Tuck Mill Farm
Seen from the bridge over the Tale; looking north west
Plymtree: towards Wrights Farm Looking east with the Hembury ridge in the background
Plymtree: towards Wrights Farm
Looking east with the Hembury ridge in the background
Plymtree: Clyst William Cross Farmhouse At Clyst William Cross. The road ahead, and to the left, runs north east to Danes Mill
Plymtree: Clyst William Cross Farmhouse
At Clyst William Cross. The road ahead, and to the left, runs north east to Danes Mill
Plymtree: Danes Mill A converted watermill and cottage by the river Tale which runs, hidden, between the orchard in the foreground and the buildings. In 1857 the mill contained machinery including two waterwheels and three pairs of stones and was occupied by Mr Marks [The Western Times 26 November 1875 p 1 col 1] John Baker was miller in the decade 1882 to 1892 and the last miller was tjought to be William Glanville, here in 1919
Plymtree: Danes Mill
A converted watermill and cottage by the river Tale which runs, hidden, between the orchard in the foreground and the buildings. In 1857 the mill contained machinery including two waterwheels and three pairs of stones and was occupied by Mr Marks [The Western Times 26 November 1875 p 1 col 1] John Baker was miller in the decade 1882 to 1892 and the last miller was tjought to be William Glanville, here in 1919
Broadhembury: weir on the river Tale Looking east from a public footpath to Colliton Bridge. The weir and footbridge are in the private grounds of The Grange
Broadhembury: weir on the river Tale
Looking east from a public footpath to Colliton Bridge. The weir and footbridge are in the private grounds of The Grange
Broadhembury: field by Egremont Cross Looking south west
Broadhembury: field by Egremont Cross
Looking south west
St Mary's church
St Mary's church
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Alder Grove is located at Grid Ref: ST0802 (Lat: 50.814698, Lng: -3.3055774)

Administrative County: Devon

District: East Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Payhembury

Payhembury is a village and civil parish in the East Devon district of Devon, England. The village is about six miles west of Honiton. At the time of the 2021 consensus the parish had a population of ~790, and it is surrounded clockwise from the north by the parishes of Broadhembury, Awliscombe, Buckerell, Feniton, Talaton, Clyst Hydon and Plymtree.

The Grange, Broadhembury

The Grange is a historic estate in the parish of Broadhembury in Devon, England. The surviving 16th-century mansion house (known as The Grange) is listed Grade I on the National Heritage List for England. == History == The Grange estate served originally as the grange of nearby Dunkeswell Abbey, the lands of which were sold off by the Crown following the Dissolution of the Monasteries.

Broadhembury

Broadhembury is a village and civil parish in the East Devon district of Devon, England, 5 miles (8 km) north-west of Honiton.The civil parish includes the hamlets of Kerswell, Dulford, Crammer Barton, Colliton and Luton, all to the west of the village. According to the 2001 census the civil parish had a population of 654. Broadhembury is part of the electoral ward of Tale Vale.

Plymtree

Plymtree is a small village and civil parish about 3.5 miles south of the town of Cullompton in the county of Devon, England. The parish is surrounded, clockwise from the north, by the parishes of Broadhembury, Payhembury, Clyst Hydon and Cullompton. In 2001 it had a population of 605, compared to 359 in 1901.

Hembury

Hembury is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure and Iron Age hillfort near Honiton in Devon. Its history stretches from the late fifth and early fourth millennia BC to the Roman invasion. The fort is situated on a south facing promontory at the end of a 240m high ridge in the Blackdown Hills.

Tiverton and Honiton (UK Parliament constituency)

Tiverton and Honiton is a constituency in Devon, England. The current MP is Richard Foord of the Liberal Democrats, elected at a by-election on 23 June 2022. Prior to the by-election, the constituency had always returned a Conservative MP since its creation in 1997.

Feniton railway station

Feniton railway station serves the village of Feniton in Devon, England. It was opened by the London and South Western Railway (LSWR) in 1860 but is now operated by South Western Railway which provides services on the West of England Main Line. It is 159 miles 24 chains (256.4 km) down the line from London Waterloo.

Feniton

Feniton is a village and civil parish in East Devon in the English county of Devon. The village lies about 4 miles (6.4 km) west of Honiton, 3 miles (4.8 km) north of Ottery St Mary, and 2 miles (3.2 km) east of Talaton. The parish of Feniton incorporates the hamlets of Colesworthy, Higher Cheriton and Curscombe.

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