New Plantation

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

New Plantation

Attingham Park entrance gateway, Atcham This entrance gateway, set back from the B4380 road, was built much later than the house itself. It was erected in 1850, on the instructions of the 5th Lord Berwick. In 1947 Attingham was bequeathed, by the 8th Lord Berwick, to the National Trust. — Attingham Park entrance gateway, Atcham Credit: P L Chadwick

New Plantation is a charming woodland located in Shropshire, England. Spread across a vast area, it is known for its dense forest and stunning natural beauty. The plantation is situated in the heart of the county, making it easily accessible to visitors from nearby towns and cities.

The woodland is predominantly composed of various species of trees, including oak, ash, and birch, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The thick canopy provides a haven for numerous species of birds, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The tranquil atmosphere, coupled with the melodious chirping of birds, offers a serene and peaceful experience for visitors.

New Plantation is a haven for outdoor activities and recreational pursuits. There are several walking trails that wind through the woods, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. The paths are well-maintained, making them suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. Along the trails, one can discover hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and even occasional wildlife sightings.

The woodland also offers a range of amenities to enhance the visitor experience. There are picnic areas with benches and tables, providing a perfect setting for a leisurely lunch amidst nature. Additionally, educational boards and signs are placed strategically throughout the plantation, offering information about the flora and fauna found in the area.

New Plantation, Shropshire, is a true gem that showcases the natural beauty and biodiversity of the region. Whether it's a peaceful walk, birdwatching, or simply escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this woodland offers a wonderful retreat for all nature lovers.

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Attingham Park entrance gateway, Atcham

This entrance gateway, set back from the B4380 road, was built much later than the house itself. It was erected in 1850, on the instructions of the 5th Lord Berwick. In 1947 Attingham was bequeathed, by the 8th Lord Berwick, to the National Trust.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (11) - The replica Villa Urbana

The replica Villa Urbana based on the design of a villa, whose remains were found on the Wroxeter site, is now open to the public. It has been built on a platform, in order to protect the remains of the Roman Forum, which lie underneath. The project was undertaken with Channel 4 TV, and understandably they wanted "good television". So builders were engaged who were experienced in building modern houses, but had no knowledge it seems of anything Roman. They were also required to use only materials and tools available to the Romans. Given those circumstances, they are to be congratulated on what they achieved. However, the end product, though fairly convincing at a distance, shows considerable crudeness of construction, and even more so in some of the decoration. It would be a pity if people thought this was how the Romans built. Anyone who has been to a Roman site, where the ruins are still substantial (& Wroxeter isn't one of them), will know the Romans reached amazingly high standards of both workmanship and decoration, particularly in their mosaics. Nevertheless, it is excellent that the villa has been built, as it does give a good approximation of how one would have looked, and hopefully it will encourage people to visit other Roman sites, as well as the superb Corinium Museum in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. How the site looked early in the building process:- SJ5608 : Wroxeter Roman City (07) - construction of a new Roman Villa.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (12) - Information board on the replica Villa Urbana

The board is just outside the villa. To read it clearly, please select the maximum resolution.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (13) - The replica Villa Urbana

At the back of the villa is a small garden. When you get close to the columns supporting the portico, it is very evident that they vary in width, and some seem out of true. This is a result of how the project came about, and was executed. See:- SJ5608 : Wroxeter Roman City (11) - The replica Villa Urbana.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (14) - The replica Villa Urbana

The area of unpainted stone, is one of the walls of the bath area. This area contains a cold room, warm room and hot room. SJ5608 : Wroxeter Roman City (12) - Information board on the replica Villa Urbana.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (15) - The replica Villa Urbana

The garden can be clearly seen in this view. In much larger houses it would have formed an inner courtyard surrounded by buildings on all sides. Often there would be at least one fountain.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (16) - front of the replica Villa Urbana

The door on the left leads into the house. That on the right leads into a self-contained room. It is believed this would have been used as a shop, either by the villa's owner, or let out to someone else.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (17) - Plaque of Sol on the replica Villa Urbana

Sol is the Roman sun god, and was a major deity for the Romans, before the Empire adopted Christianity as its state religion. Presumably plaques like this were fixed to the outside of a house, in the belief that the god would offer protection to its inhabitants. This one has been placed to the right of the front righthand door, It can be seen in position in this view:- SJ5608 : Wroxeter Roman City (16) - front of the replica Villa Urbana.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (18) - Portico at back of the replica Villa Urbana

The roofed passageway at the back of the house, used to get from room to room, and open to the garden (and the elements).

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (19) - interior of the replica Villa Urbana

These are the north and part of the east walls of the dining/reception room.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (20) - interior of the replica Villa Urbana

The decoration here, in the dining/reception room, does give an indication of how colourful the walls of Roman rooms were.

P L Chadwick

Wroxeter Roman City (21) - Mosaic at the replica Villa Urbana

This mosaic of a bull's head has been created in the floor of the dining/reception room. For the visitor, it is the wrong way round, but you are not allowed to enter the room, so it has to be viewed from the doorway. During meals, the house owner and the most important guests would have reclined during meals at the back of the room, so the head would have been the correct way round for them. The mosaic is made up of many small pieces of stone or other material of different colours. The Romans were very keen on them.

P L Chadwick

Basilica, Wroxeter Roman City

The huge hall was used as an exercise area. The circular grey stones indicate where the columns once supported the roof. The layout of a nave with two side aisles used in Roman basilicas was adopted by Christian churches over the next two millennia. After the abandonment of the city during the dark ages the building material was recycled in the surrounding villages. The huge wall is an impressive survivor of the once important city and was known throughout history as "the old work". The Wrekin can be seen in the distance.

Bob Embleton

Gateway, Atcham

The grand entrance to Attingham Hall is surprisingly late, built only in 1862 to the designs of Charles Fowler (jr). It consists of five arches, the central, larger arch framed by Doric columns. Carved in the spandrels are a winged horse and a stag. A lodge lies behind each of the two outer arches. Grade II* listed.

Stephen Richards

Lodge and gates near Atcham

At the entrance to Longner Hall. Designed by Humphrey Repton, best known for his landscape design, in 1813. Gothic-Tudor, with dripmoulds, battlements and polygonal chimneystacks. The left gate pier has an ogee cap, the other seems to have gone astray. Grade II listed.

Stephen Richards

Lodge near Norton

Formerly Tern Lodge of Attingham Hall, but no longer used as such. Built c1799, probably to the designs of John Nash. It's hexagonal, with an arched porch. Pevsner comments that it is "a paradigm of the Neoclassical gate lodge in its crystalline austerity." Grade II* listed.

Stephen Richards

Tern Bridge near Atcham

Described by Pevsner as "uncommonly beautiful", it is also uncommonly difficult to photograph, at least from the road it carries over the River Tern. It was built by William Hayward in 1777-80, with just a single arch, rusticated voussoirs and pairs of Tuscan columns at each end with blocked rustication. Grade II* listed. A view from the river: SJ5509 : B5061 Road Bridge from the River Tern.

Stephen Richards