Barns Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Barns Plantation

The B6318 in Kirkcambeck
The B6318 in Kirkcambeck Credit: David Purchase

Barns Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Cumberland, England. Situated near the town of Wood, the plantation covers a vast area, offering visitors a serene and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

This beautiful forest boasts a wide variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and pine, which create a dense canopy overhead. The tall, majestic trees provide shade and shelter for an abundance of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike. Visitors can catch glimpses of red squirrels darting through the undergrowth or hear the soothing melodies of birdsong echoing through the trees.

The forest is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. These paths wind through the plantation, leading visitors past ponds, clearings, and meadows, each offering a unique vista and a chance to re-energize in nature.

Barns Plantation is also home to a diverse range of flora. Wildflowers bloom in abundance during the spring and summer months, painting the forest floor with vibrant colors. The plantation is particularly renowned for its bluebells, which blanket the ground in a sea of blue each April.

Whether you are seeking a peaceful stroll, a family picnic, or a chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, Barns Plantation in Cumberland is a must-visit destination. With its idyllic woodland setting and thriving ecosystem, it provides a truly enchanting experience for all who venture within its borders.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.00385/-2.7523967 or Grid Reference NY5167. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The B6318 in Kirkcambeck
The B6318 in Kirkcambeck
Fields near Kirkcambeck
Fields near Kirkcambeck
Information board at the edge of Walton Moss There is a map of Access Land in the area, and information about the moss.
The larger area of Walton Moss (to the north west) is an actively growing raised mire, a rare survivor in Britain of this type of lowland peat bog.
The land seen behind the board, however, has been subject to drainage and the sphagum moss has given way to grass, rush and scrub.
Information board at the edge of Walton Moss
There is a map of Access Land in the area, and information about the moss. The larger area of Walton Moss (to the north west) is an actively growing raised mire, a rare survivor in Britain of this type of lowland peat bog. The land seen behind the board, however, has been subject to drainage and the sphagum moss has given way to grass, rush and scrub.
Road to the east of Walton Moss This is at the periphery of a large peat bog, where increased drainage has favoured the growth of grasses, rushes and scrub.
Road to the east of Walton Moss
This is at the periphery of a large peat bog, where increased drainage has favoured the growth of grasses, rushes and scrub.
The B6318 through Kirkcambeck As can be seen, daffodils were in flower
The B6318 through Kirkcambeck
As can be seen, daffodils were in flower
Lane Head Farm, Kirkcambeck
Lane Head Farm, Kirkcambeck
Entering Kirkcambeck
Entering Kirkcambeck
The church at Kirkcambeck It looks like this church is no longer in use.
The church at Kirkcambeck
It looks like this church is no longer in use.
The Old Post Office, Kirkcambeck
The Old Post Office, Kirkcambeck
Howdale  Farm
Howdale Farm
The farm road to Moss Grove Farm
The farm road to Moss Grove Farm
Ford at Solmain This irish bridge ford is found on the Pristol Beck at Solmain.
Ford at Solmain
This irish bridge ford is found on the Pristol Beck at Solmain.
A misty morning on the road from Kirkcambeck to Roweltown
A misty morning on the road from Kirkcambeck to Roweltown
Roadside trees in the mist On the road from Kirkcambeck to Roweltown.
Roadside trees in the mist
On the road from Kirkcambeck to Roweltown.
A misty morning on the road past Pike Plantation
A misty morning on the road past Pike Plantation
Sheep in morning mist Near Kirkcambeck.
Sheep in morning mist
Near Kirkcambeck.
Quiet back road near Walton
Quiet back road near Walton
Hillhouse Trig Point Flush Bracket S6890
Hillhouse Trig Point Flush Bracket S6890
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Barns Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NY5167 (Lat: 55.00385, Lng: -2.7523967)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Carlisle

Police Authority: Cumbria

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