An ancient drove track used by the people of Sturminster Newton to access the ‘Poor Land’ they were allowed to graze and crop by the Hinton St. Mary Estate. The large coppice stools of Ash Hazel, Field Maple and Oak lining the track are now trees and illustrate what happens when management of our countryside stops. In the spring when surrounded by Bluebells, it provides an enchanting and shady place to walk to the town centre and rights of way beyond.
| Nearest town | Sturminster Newton |
|---|---|
| Look out for | Ancient Oak trees, Bluebells, laid Hazel hedgerows |
| Habitats | Woodland glades and hedgerows |
| Site designations | Ancient drove route to Hinton St. Mary |
| Nearest bus stop | On B3091 or B3092 |
| Nearest train station | Gillingham (9 miles) |
| Grid reference | ST 791 149 |
| Postcode | DT10 1QH |
| what3words | fishery.former.shrub |
| Size | 0.5 hectares |
| Parking | Adjacent to the site |
| Accessibility | Disabled access |
| Owner | Sturminster Newton Town Council |
| Managed by | Dorset Council (Area Greenspace Management Team - North) |
| How to get there | Off the B3091or B3092 follow Honeymead Lane to junction of Northfields |
Senior Countryside Ranger - North Dorset
Name: Graham StanleyEmail: graham.stanley@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Tel: 01258 456970
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