Long Close Plantation

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Long Close Plantation

Wimbleball dam spillway and fields
Wimbleball dam spillway and fields Credit: Rob Purvis

Long Close Plantation is a sprawling woodland located in Somerset, England. Stretching over a vast area, this plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts and provides a valuable habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of mature trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which provide a rich and varied landscape.

The plantation is known for its tranquil and serene atmosphere, making it a popular destination for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and birdwatching. The well-maintained footpaths and trails allow visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Long Close Plantation is home to a wide array of wildlife, with an abundance of bird species including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Deer can also be spotted roaming freely in certain areas of the woodland, adding to the sense of wilderness and natural beauty.

In addition to its recreational value, the plantation also serves as an important ecological site. The diverse range of trees and vegetation provides a habitat for numerous insects, small mammals, and fungi. Moreover, the woodland acts as a carbon sink, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and helping to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Overall, Long Close Plantation is a cherished natural resource in Somerset, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and playing a vital role in preserving the local ecosystem.

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Long Close Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.037711/-3.4770191 or Grid Reference SS9627. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wimbleball dam spillway and fields
Wimbleball dam spillway and fields
Wimbleball dam and woodland
Wimbleball dam and woodland
Morebath : Timewell Hill, B3190 Looking along the road.
Morebath : Timewell Hill, B3190
Looking along the road.
Morebath : Timewell Hill, B3190 A car tries to barge through cattle which have escaped onto the road.
Morebath : Timewell Hill, B3190
A car tries to barge through cattle which have escaped onto the road.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake Looking across the lake where water levels are low.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake
Looking across the lake where water levels are low.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Dam Looking down towards the water. It's normally a lot higher.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Dam
Looking down towards the water. It's normally a lot higher.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake The 161 feet (49 m) high dam is of concrete buttress construction and impounds the River Haddeo to provide a water storage capacity of some 21,000 megalitres over an area of 374 acres (1.51 km2)
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake
The 161 feet (49 m) high dam is of concrete buttress construction and impounds the River Haddeo to provide a water storage capacity of some 21,000 megalitres over an area of 374 acres (1.51 km2)
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake Managed by the charity South West Lakes Trust, the lake offers a popular location for walking, camping, birdwatching, angling, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, rowing and kayaking.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake
Managed by the charity South West Lakes Trust, the lake offers a popular location for walking, camping, birdwatching, angling, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, rowing and kayaking.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake Some ducks on the banks of the water.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake
Some ducks on the banks of the water.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake The lake is almost at less than 50 per cent capacity.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake
The lake is almost at less than 50 per cent capacity.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Dam The opposite side of the lake where the River Hadeo flows.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Dam
The opposite side of the lake where the River Hadeo flows.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake The lake is almost at less than 20 per cent capacity.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake
The lake is almost at less than 20 per cent capacity.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake The reservoir is currently measuring less than a quarter of its capacity sparking fears of the effect this summer's droughts are having on the UK water supply
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake
The reservoir is currently measuring less than a quarter of its capacity sparking fears of the effect this summer's droughts are having on the UK water supply
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake The dam constructed in the 1970s and completed in 1979.
Brompton Regis : Wimbleball Lake
The dam constructed in the 1970s and completed in 1979.
Skilgate : Car Park A car park atop Haddon Hill.
Skilgate : Car Park
A car park atop Haddon Hill.
Brompton Regis : Footpath The gate from the car park to Haddon Hill and Exmoor.
Brompton Regis : Footpath
The gate from the car park to Haddon Hill and Exmoor.
Brompton Regis : Exmoor Scenery Looking across Exmoor from Haddon Hill at around 00:10.
Brompton Regis : Exmoor Scenery
Looking across Exmoor from Haddon Hill at around 00:10.
Brompton Regis : Exmoor Scenery A track heads over Haddon Hill.
Brompton Regis : Exmoor Scenery
A track heads over Haddon Hill.
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Long Close Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SS9627 (Lat: 51.037711, Lng: -3.4770191)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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