Abbacy Wood

Wood, Forest in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

Abbacy Wood

Withersfield: junction, signpost and stinkpipe This is where the lane from Great Wratting meets the road from Withersfield to Great Thurlow (right). The rusty stinkpipe has the usual sort of decorative cast-iron base and a wire cap (like a small steam locomotive&#039;s spark arrester), to stop birds nesting I imagine. — Withersfield: junction, signpost and stinkpipe Credit: John Sutton

Abbacy Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Suffolk, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is situated near the village of Woodbridge, offering visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, ash, beech, and birch. These trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter to a variety of wildlife. Visitors can explore the winding trails that meander through the wood, immersing themselves in the natural beauty that surrounds them.

Abbacy Wood is known for its rich biodiversity. It is home to a plethora of animal species, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide array of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, jays, and various songbirds, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts.

The wood also features a small pond and a stream, adding to its scenic charm. The tranquil sound of running water provides a soothing ambiance for visitors as they take a leisurely stroll through the woodland.

Abbacy Wood is open to the public throughout the year, and there is no admission fee. It offers an excellent opportunity for nature walks, picnics, and photography. Whether it is for a peaceful retreat or an educational outing, Abbacy Wood provides a delightful experience for visitors of all ages.

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Abbacy Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.111996/0.44028602 or Grid Reference TL6748. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Withersfield: junction, signpost and stinkpipe

This is where the lane from Great Wratting meets the road from Withersfield to Great Thurlow (right). The rusty stinkpipe has the usual sort of decorative cast-iron base and a wire cap (like a small steam locomotive's spark arrester), to stop birds nesting I imagine.

John Sutton

Great Wratting: a bend in the B1061

The Grade II listing text for the house on the right reads "A C17-C18 timber-framed and plastered house. One storey and attics. Casement windows. Roofs thatched, with two gabled dormers (tiled)". The picture was taken on a cloudy summer morning.

John Sutton

Great Wratting: St Mary - south side

Nikolaus Pevsner commended a "good EE chancel with lancet windows", but in the Shell Guide Norman Scarfe denounced the "disastrous restoration" of 1887, funded by the founder of W H Smith. The setting is pleasing, on the side of the valley of a tributary of the Stour. Colours were muted on a cloudy summer morning.

John Sutton

Great Wratting: St Mary

Nikolaus Pevsner commended a "good EE chancel with lancet windows", but in the Shell Guide Norman Scarfe denounced the "disastrous restoration" of 1887, funded by the founder of W H Smith. This side of the churchyard slopes steeply down to the road. Colours were muted on a cloudy summer morning.

John Sutton

Great Wratting: The Shelter

The Grade II listing text for The Shelter reads "A C17-C18 timber-framed and plastered house. One storey and attics. Casement windows. Roofs thatched, with two gabled dormers (tiled)". The picture was taken on a cloudy summer morning.

John Sutton

Great Thurlow smock mill

The mill was renovated in 2011, losing its sails and fantail and acquiring a bright metal casing to its cap. It was Grade II* listed as "a fine example" of a smock mill with sails after restoration in 1962. By way of comparison: TL6749 : Windmill, Great Thurlow, Suffolk (with sails in 2005) TL6749 : Restoration (2011)

John Sutton

Great Thurlow: drive to The Old Vicarage

Autumn sunlight on a pleasing avenue leading to a four-square country house, currently a luxury B&B. In former times the Rector must have lived in some splendour here, quite a way from the village.

John Sutton