Westernhill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Devon East Devon

England

Westernhill Plantation

Oakdown Touring Park Oakdown Touring Park. Taken outside the Shepherd&#039;s Huts. — Oakdown Touring Park Credit: Sofia

Westernhill Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Devon, England. Covering an expansive area of land, it is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The plantation is predominantly made up of dense forests, offering a serene and tranquil environment for nature enthusiasts and visitors alike.

The woodland is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and pine, which create a diverse and vibrant landscape throughout the year. The vibrant colors of the changing leaves in autumn attract many photographers and nature lovers to the area. Additionally, the forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, adding to the visual appeal of the plantation.

Westernhill Plantation is also known for its abundant wildlife. It provides a habitat for a wide range of animals, including deer, foxes, rabbits, and various bird species. The plantation is a popular spot for birdwatchers, as it offers opportunities to observe species such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds in their natural habitat.

Visitors to Westernhill Plantation can explore the numerous walking trails that wind through the woodland, providing an opportunity to immerse oneself in the peaceful surroundings. These trails cater to all fitness levels, from leisurely strolls to more challenging hikes. Along the way, visitors may come across small streams and ponds, further enhancing the natural charm of the area.

Overall, Westernhill Plantation is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty, offering a unique opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the serenity of the Devon countryside.

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Westernhill Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.694216/-3.1862843 or Grid Reference SY1688. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Oakdown Touring Park

Oakdown Touring Park. Taken outside the Shepherd's Huts.

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A3052

The A3052 Road runs 27 miles from Charnmouth to Clyst St Mary. It runs parallel to the East Devon coastline, but inland. Link

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Buckton Lane near Harecombe Farm

A narrow, concessionary path across the lower parts of Buckton Hill.

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Path junction near Harecombe Farm

The sign saying 'To Public footpath' is the clue here. None of the tracks in the shot are recorded as true rights of way, but they are permitted as concessionary paths to join a network of bridleways and footpaths in the area. And occasionally used by agricultural vehicles, by the look of things.

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Harecombe or Harcombe Farm cottage

The spellings vary according to the scale of the map, but regardless, this is a late 17th or early 18th Century, Grade II listed building Link

sporting a good example of the local chimney type.

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Barns at Harecombe Farm

A row of converted barns and outbuildings at the side of Chelson Lane.

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Pillar Box cottage

The reason for the current name is pretty obvious, although the postbox is Victorian, so it may well have been known as something else prior to the installation of that. The cottage itself dates from the 17th Century, and was Grade II listed Link

in 1973.

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Victorian postbox at Harcombe

Wallbox EX10 88, installed in a cottage wall just east of the bridge over the brook. The box looks very similar to a type made by W T Allen of London in the 1890s, but they normally cast their name at the base, which makes me think this may not actually be one of theirs.

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Chapel Cottage, Harcombe

Set slightly back from the lane up towards Harcombe, Chapel Cottage was Grade II listed Link

in 1973, and dates back to the 17th Century.

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Quickways Cottages - Westcott

The western lefthand half of a pair of Grade II listed Link

18th Century listed cottages. The other half is SY1590 : Quickways Cottages - Quietways

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Quickways Cottages - Quietways

The righthand and eastern half of a pair of Grade II listed Link

18th Century cottages in Harcombe. The other one of the pair is SY1590 : Quickways Cottages - Westcott

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Harcombe Hill cottage

Another of the several well maintained Grade II listed Link

17th or 18th Century cob-and-thatch cottages that lie in this area of Harcombe and Sidbury. Harcombe Hill Cottage was once known as Pike's Cottage, presumably the name of a former resident.

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Chelson Lane on Harcombe Hill

A narrow country lane between Harcombe village and the main A3052

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Cattle grazing on Harcombe Hill

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Permissive path to the Donkey Sanctuary

Described on a sign at the gate as "Oakdown's Field Trail", the path runs along this field edge towards the Donkey Sanctuary charity organisation in SY1689

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