Bamber Ground Plantation

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Ribble

England

Bamber Ground Plantation

Field off Coote Lane The building to the right is Coote Lane Care Home, shown on older maps as Cook Lane Farm (presumably the name morphed from Cook to Coote some time in the 20th century).
Field off Coote Lane Credit: Stephen Craven

Bamber Ground Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Lancashire, England. This expansive forest is situated near the village of Bamber Bridge, just south of the city of Preston. Covering an area of approximately 120 hectares, Bamber Ground Plantation is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and locals seeking a tranquil environment.

The woodland is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, birch, beech, and pine. These trees create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Bamber Ground Plantation offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace. These paths wind through the woodland, leading visitors to hidden glades, babbling brooks, and breathtaking viewpoints. The peaceful atmosphere of the plantation makes it an ideal location for picnics, leisurely strolls, and photography.

In addition to its recreational value, Bamber Ground Plantation also plays an important role in the conservation of local biodiversity. The woodland provides a habitat for various bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. It is also home to small mammals such as squirrels and rabbits.

Overall, Bamber Ground Plantation is a cherished natural asset in Lancashire, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its picturesque beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and extensive walking trails make it a must-visit destination for those seeking to connect with nature.

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Bamber Ground Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.726777/-2.724173 or Grid Reference SD5225. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field off Coote Lane The building to the right is Coote Lane Care Home, shown on older maps as Cook Lane Farm (presumably the name morphed from Cook to Coote some time in the 20th century).
Field off Coote Lane
The building to the right is Coote Lane Care Home, shown on older maps as Cook Lane Farm (presumably the name morphed from Cook to Coote some time in the 20th century).
In a shallow rail cutting
In a shallow rail cutting
Farington Lodge
Farington Lodge
Farington Lodge
Farington Lodge
Centurion Tank, Farington Moss One of a series of “Welcome to Leyland” gateway monuments celebrating the town’s industrial heritage and originally sited overlooking the junction at Flensburg Way and Penwortham Way, this tank was moved to its present position on a mound 20m back from the current roundabout in 2016 to facilitate road improvements to the A582 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lep.co.uk/your-lancashire/leyland/landmark-tank-takes-up-new-position-1-7928383" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lep.co.uk/your-lancashire/leyland/landmark-tank-takes-up-new-position-1-7928383">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>  Lancashire Post).

An information plaque in front of the tank (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5711359">SD5224 : Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank (plaque)</a>) proclaims that “This Centurion tank commemorates the servicemen and women who have served our country. It is a gateway to Leyland and proudly represents the town and the workers who built it" .

The Centurion was developed during World War II as a cruiser tank, with Mark 2 models entering service after the end of the war; over the years, continuous development produced numerous modifications culminating in the Mark 13 design. The Centurion is widely regarded as one of the best British tank designs of all time serving the British Army and many others for over 60 years and seeing action in diverse places such as Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf.

Centurion Tanks were made at the Spurrier Works in Leyland. The “tank factory” was opened on 23 October 1953, during the Korean crisis and is part of Leyland’s famous industrial heritage.
Centurion Tank, Farington Moss
One of a series of “Welcome to Leyland” gateway monuments celebrating the town’s industrial heritage and originally sited overlooking the junction at Flensburg Way and Penwortham Way, this tank was moved to its present position on a mound 20m back from the current roundabout in 2016 to facilitate road improvements to the A582 (LinkExternal link Lancashire Post). An information plaque in front of the tank (SD5224 : Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank (plaque)) proclaims that “This Centurion tank commemorates the servicemen and women who have served our country. It is a gateway to Leyland and proudly represents the town and the workers who built it" . The Centurion was developed during World War II as a cruiser tank, with Mark 2 models entering service after the end of the war; over the years, continuous development produced numerous modifications culminating in the Mark 13 design. The Centurion is widely regarded as one of the best British tank designs of all time serving the British Army and many others for over 60 years and seeing action in diverse places such as Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf. Centurion Tanks were made at the Spurrier Works in Leyland. The “tank factory” was opened on 23 October 1953, during the Korean crisis and is part of Leyland’s famous industrial heritage.
Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank (plaque) Information plaque mounted in front of the tank on Farington Moss (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5711357">SD5224 : Centurion Tank, Farington Moss</a>).
Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank (plaque)
Information plaque mounted in front of the tank on Farington Moss (SD5224 : Centurion Tank, Farington Moss).
Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank One of a series of “Welcome to Leyland” gateway monuments celebrating the town’s industrial heritage and originally sited overlooking the junction at Flensburg Way and Penwortham Way, this tank was moved to its present position on a mound 20m back from the current roundabout in 2016 to facilitate road improvements to the A582 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lep.co.uk/your-lancashire/leyland/landmark-tank-takes-up-new-position-1-7928383" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lep.co.uk/your-lancashire/leyland/landmark-tank-takes-up-new-position-1-7928383">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>  Lancashire Post).

An information plaque in front of the tank (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5711359">SD5224 : Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank (plaque)</a>) proclaims that “This Centurion tank commemorates the servicemen and women who have served our country. It is a gateway to Leyland and proudly represents the town and the workers who built it" .

The Centurion was developed during World War II as a cruiser tank, with Mark 2 models entering service after the end of the war; over the years, continuous development produced numerous modifications culminating in the Mark 13 design. The Centurion is widely regarded as one of the best British tank designs of all time serving the British Army and many others for over 60 years and seeing action in diverse places such as Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf.

Centurion Tanks were made at the Spurrier Works in Leyland. The “tank factory” was opened on 23 October 1953, during the Korean crisis and is part of Leyland’s famous industrial heritage.
Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank
One of a series of “Welcome to Leyland” gateway monuments celebrating the town’s industrial heritage and originally sited overlooking the junction at Flensburg Way and Penwortham Way, this tank was moved to its present position on a mound 20m back from the current roundabout in 2016 to facilitate road improvements to the A582 (LinkExternal link Lancashire Post). An information plaque in front of the tank (SD5224 : Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank (plaque)) proclaims that “This Centurion tank commemorates the servicemen and women who have served our country. It is a gateway to Leyland and proudly represents the town and the workers who built it" . The Centurion was developed during World War II as a cruiser tank, with Mark 2 models entering service after the end of the war; over the years, continuous development produced numerous modifications culminating in the Mark 13 design. The Centurion is widely regarded as one of the best British tank designs of all time serving the British Army and many others for over 60 years and seeing action in diverse places such as Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf. Centurion Tanks were made at the Spurrier Works in Leyland. The “tank factory” was opened on 23 October 1953, during the Korean crisis and is part of Leyland’s famous industrial heritage.
Centurion Tank, Made in Leyland One of a series of “Welcome to Leyland” gateway monuments celebrating the town’s industrial heritage and originally sited overlooking the junction at Flensburg Way and Penwortham Way, this tank was moved to its present position on a mound 20m back from the current roundabout in 2016 to facilitate road improvements to the A582 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lep.co.uk/your-lancashire/leyland/landmark-tank-takes-up-new-position-1-7928383" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lep.co.uk/your-lancashire/leyland/landmark-tank-takes-up-new-position-1-7928383">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>  Lancashire Post).

An information plaque in front of the tank (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5711359">SD5224 : Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank (plaque)</a>) proclaims that “This Centurion tank commemorates the servicemen and women who have served our country. It is a gateway to Leyland and proudly represents the town and the workers who built it" .

The Centurion was developed during World War II as a cruiser tank, with Mark 2 models entering service after the end of the war; over the years, continuous development produced numerous modifications culminating in the Mark 13 design. The Centurion is widely regarded as one of the best British tank designs of all time serving the British Army and many others for over 60 years and seeing action in diverse places such as Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf.

Centurion Tanks were made at the Spurrier Works in Leyland. The “tank factory” was opened on 23 October 1953, during the Korean crisis and is part of Leyland’s famous industrial heritage.
Centurion Tank, Made in Leyland
One of a series of “Welcome to Leyland” gateway monuments celebrating the town’s industrial heritage and originally sited overlooking the junction at Flensburg Way and Penwortham Way, this tank was moved to its present position on a mound 20m back from the current roundabout in 2016 to facilitate road improvements to the A582 (LinkExternal link Lancashire Post). An information plaque in front of the tank (SD5224 : Made in Leyland - the Centurion Tank (plaque)) proclaims that “This Centurion tank commemorates the servicemen and women who have served our country. It is a gateway to Leyland and proudly represents the town and the workers who built it" . The Centurion was developed during World War II as a cruiser tank, with Mark 2 models entering service after the end of the war; over the years, continuous development produced numerous modifications culminating in the Mark 13 design. The Centurion is widely regarded as one of the best British tank designs of all time serving the British Army and many others for over 60 years and seeing action in diverse places such as Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf. Centurion Tanks were made at the Spurrier Works in Leyland. The “tank factory” was opened on 23 October 1953, during the Korean crisis and is part of Leyland’s famous industrial heritage.
B5253 Flensburg Way, Farington Moss
B5253 Flensburg Way, Farington Moss
Flock of birds near Leyland This flat farmland near the coast probably attracts many birds.
Flock of birds near Leyland
This flat farmland near the coast probably attracts many birds.
West Coast Main Line south of Preston Viewed from a train on the Preston-Blackburn line that crosses the main line.
West Coast Main Line south of Preston
Viewed from a train on the Preston-Blackburn line that crosses the main line.
A582 at Farington Viewed from the railway bridge.
A582 at Farington
Viewed from the railway bridge.
Golden Way near Preston The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Golden Way near Preston
The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Roadworks on Golden Way The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Roadworks on Golden Way
The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Golden Way near Preston The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Golden Way near Preston
The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Golden Way near Kingsfold The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Golden Way near Kingsfold
The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Golden Way near Kingsfold The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Golden Way near Kingsfold
The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Penwortham Way near White Stake The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
Penwortham Way near White Stake
The A582 is part of the Preston by-pass.
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Bamber Ground Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD5225 (Lat: 53.726777, Lng: -2.724173)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: South Ribble

Police Authority: Lancashire

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///serves.grabs.effort. Near Leyland, Lancashire

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Located within 500m of 53.726777,-2.724173
Design: three-level
Line Attachment: suspension
Material: steel
Operator: National Grid
Operator Wikidata: Q1465461
Power: tower
Ref: ZQ177
Start Date: 1957
Structure: lattice
Lat/Long: 53.7304977/-2.7206312
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Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 53.7230647/-2.7278987
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Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 53.7303114/-2.7287269
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