Calfgarth Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Eden

England

Calfgarth Plantation

Lowstreet House Farm. The M6 on the right must have made a huge change in this rural area.
Lowstreet House Farm. Credit: John Holmes

Calfgarth Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Cumberland, England. Situated on the outskirts of the quaint village of Calfgarth, this woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking solace in the great outdoors.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Calfgarth Plantation boasts a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and pine. These lush trees create a dense canopy overhead, providing shelter and habitat for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, making it a delightful sight during spring and summer.

Tranquility and peace pervade the air in Calfgarth Plantation, making it an ideal spot for recreational activities such as walking, jogging, and birdwatching. There are several clearly marked trails that wind through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The songs of numerous bird species, including woodpeckers and thrushes, can be heard throughout the year.

Additionally, Calfgarth Plantation is home to a small pond, which further enhances the natural beauty of the area. This pond serves as a watering hole for a variety of animals, including deer and foxes, which can often be spotted drinking or bathing in its tranquil waters.

Calfgarth Plantation is open to the public year-round, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Cumberland.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.739088/-2.7997921 or Grid Reference NY4838. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lowstreet House Farm. The M6 on the right must have made a huge change in this rural area.
Lowstreet House Farm.
The M6 on the right must have made a huge change in this rural area.
Brockleymoor. Catching the sunshine today.
Brockleymoor.
Catching the sunshine today.
Plumpton Church. The graveyard looks really nice with the spring flowers but the tree gets in the way of this fine tower.
Plumpton Church.
The graveyard looks really nice with the spring flowers but the tree gets in the way of this fine tower.
Roman remains next to Castlesteads farm on the A6. Not a lot showing on the surface but the mounds must have formed part of the settlement or whatever it was here.
Roman remains next to Castlesteads farm on the A6.
Not a lot showing on the surface but the mounds must have formed part of the settlement or whatever it was here.
Castlesteads Farm. Complete with Roman site right up to the buildings.
Castlesteads Farm.
Complete with Roman site right up to the buildings.
Ordnance mark Information supplied by geographer is:-
By the way what you have photographed is what is known as a PA bolt which stands for Published Abstract Bolt. The round thing in the centre of the bar is a piece of phosphor bronze set in the wall and has a horizontal mark cut in the end of the bar which is the mark the level is taken to.
Ordnance mark
Information supplied by geographer is:- By the way what you have photographed is what is known as a PA bolt which stands for Published Abstract Bolt. The round thing in the centre of the bar is a piece of phosphor bronze set in the wall and has a horizontal mark cut in the end of the bar which is the mark the level is taken to.
Road bridge at Plumpton Foot. With the Mill hiding in the trees in the background.
Road bridge at Plumpton Foot.
With the Mill hiding in the trees in the background.
Wet eden valley farmland. With the M6 on the right and the railway on the left and a patch of floodwater across the railway.
Wet eden valley farmland.
With the M6 on the right and the railway on the left and a patch of floodwater across the railway.
Pyeing Farm. The fences look as though they would keep a few dogs in.
Pyeing Farm.
The fences look as though they would keep a few dogs in.
Memorial to Plumpton Police Constable Constable Joseph Byrnes was shot dead on 29th October 1885 at this spot by the notorious Rudge, Martin & Baker who were later hanged at Carlisle
Memorial to Plumpton Police Constable
Constable Joseph Byrnes was shot dead on 29th October 1885 at this spot by the notorious Rudge, Martin & Baker who were later hanged at Carlisle
Straw bales and motorway traffic
Straw bales and motorway traffic
Calthwaite House Start of footpath to Plumpton Foot
Calthwaite House
Start of footpath to Plumpton Foot
Calthwaite House Bridge
Calthwaite House Bridge
Phone mast in field of stubble
Phone mast in field of stubble
Robinson House Bridge
Robinson House Bridge
M6 from Robinson House Bridge
M6 from Robinson House Bridge
Robinson House Farm
Robinson House Farm
Ravensgill Beck
Ravensgill Beck
Show me another place!

Calfgarth Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NY4838 (Lat: 54.739088, Lng: -2.7997921)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Eden

Police Authority: Cumbria

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