High Park Plantation

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

High Park Plantation

Tom Ghyll Waterfalls Credit: Anthony Parkes

High Park Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Lancashire, England. Covering an expansive area of land, the plantation is known for its dense forest, diverse plant life, and tranquil atmosphere.

The woodland in High Park Plantation is primarily composed of a variety of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a stunning display of colors during the autumn months, attracting visitors from near and far. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and moss, adding to the beauty and serenity of the area.

The plantation is home to a wide array of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors have the opportunity to spot various bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, as well as mammals like red deer, foxes, and badgers. The plantation's diverse ecosystem provides a haven for many species, contributing to the preservation of Lancashire's natural biodiversity.

High Park Plantation offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland and enjoy its peaceful ambiance. The trails wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views and opportunities to observe the flora and fauna up close. The plantation also includes picnic areas and benches, providing a perfect spot for relaxation and enjoying a picnic amidst nature's beauty.

Overall, High Park Plantation is a captivating destination for those seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of Lancashire. With its lush forest, diverse wildlife, and scenic trails, it offers a unique and immersive experience for nature lovers of all ages.

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High Park Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.375945/-3.0300267 or Grid Reference SD3398. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tom Ghyll Waterfalls

Anthony Parkes

Tom Ghyll Waterfall

Anthony Parkes

Tom Ghyll at Dawn

Anthony Parkes

Morning Reflections in Tarn Hows

Anthony Parkes

Tarn Hows Reflections

Anthony Parkes

Tarn Hows

Anthony Parkes

Yew Tree Farm

Anthony Parkes

The Cumbria Way, Tarn Hows Wood

The Cumbria Way follows the public footpath from Low Yewdale Bridge along the edge of Tarn Hows Wood near Tarn Hows Cottage (next photograph SD3199 : The Cumbria Way in Tarn Hows Wood).

Adrian Taylor

Sheep grazing near Tarn Hows Woods

Eirian Evans

Monk Coniston Hall

Monk Coniston Hall is a National Trust property privately leased to HF Holidays as one of their Country Houses.

Adrian Taylor

Counting House at Monk Coniston

Monk Coniston is a National Trust Property leased by HF Holidays and operated as a country house hotel. There are several buildings on the site; this is the Counting House.

Trevor Littlewood

Eastern side of Tarn Hows

Tarn Hows is an archetypal Lake District location close to the village of Coniston. It's partly an artificial creation, the result of damming one of three tarns to create a larger feature.

Trevor Littlewood

Birch tree on bracken-strewn slope

The tree is on a hill slope south-west of Tarn Hows. The bracken is of course dead, the residue of the previous year's growth. Wetherlam just shows above knolls at the left side horizon.

Trevor Littlewood

Heading back to Monk Coniston

A walking party on the grit-path heading for the HF country hotel at Monk Coniston. The path is unusual in that it's mapped specifically as a bridleway rather than it being assumed to be a path conventionally adjacent to a motor road.

Trevor Littlewood

Wharton Tarn

The tarn is a small area of water lying just over a kilometre south of Tarn Hows. It appears to be infilling with vegetation.

Trevor Littlewood

Hedge rising at edge of field

The B5285 descends alongside the trimmed hedge which appears to have been grown alongside a fence which it is demolishing as it grows. Highfield House is the large residence at the top of the slope.

Trevor Littlewood

Obstructions to path descending through Guards Wood

Much damage was caused in Guards Wood by Storm Arwen at the end of November 2021 and probably by subsequent winter storms. The summit area of High Guards, the hill on which the wood grows, was badly affected and difficult to access - Link . The path crossing the hill was equally affected by windthrown trees. The awkwardness caused by the two trees across the path in this image was trivial by comparison.

Trevor Littlewood

Monk Coniston

The south-west face of the large house at Monk Coniston which, with land was owned by Beatrix Potter who left it to the National Trust; the Trust still has it. Currently, it's leased by HF holidays who operate it as a country house hotel.

Trevor Littlewood

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High Park Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD3398 (Lat: 54.375945, Lng: -3.0300267)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria