Folly Covert

Wood, Forest in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Folly Covert

View towards Woodland Play area, Sandringham
View towards Woodland Play area, Sandringham Credit: Chris Morgan

Folly Covert is a picturesque woodland located in Norfolk, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the Norfolk countryside. The covert is primarily composed of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and enchanting landscape.

As visitors venture into Folly Covert, they are greeted by a well-maintained network of footpaths that wind their way through the woodland. These pathways allow for leisurely strolls, providing ample opportunities to explore the flora and fauna that call this woodland home. The trees tower above, casting dappled sunlight onto the forest floor, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere.

Wildlife thrives within Folly Covert, with a diverse range of species making their homes here. Bird enthusiasts will be delighted to spot a variety of feathered friends, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and thrushes. Squirrels scurry up and down the trees, while elusive deer can occasionally be spotted grazing in the quieter areas of the woodland.

Folly Covert also boasts a rich history, with evidence of its past visible in the form of ancient earthworks and boundary ditches. It is believed that the woodland has been in existence for several centuries, providing a valuable resource for timber and game for many generations.

Overall, Folly Covert in Norfolk offers visitors a peaceful and captivating experience. Whether it is exploring the woodland trails, observing the diverse wildlife, or simply immersing oneself in the tranquility of nature, Folly Covert is a true gem in the Norfolk countryside.

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Folly Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.821756/0.48628751 or Grid Reference TF6727. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards Woodland Play area, Sandringham
View towards Woodland Play area, Sandringham
Visitor Centre, Sandringham Estate
Visitor Centre, Sandringham Estate
Parish church of St Mary Magdalene, Sandringham Hidden in the trees
Parish church of St Mary Magdalene, Sandringham
Hidden in the trees
Wolferton railway station (site), Norfolk Opened in 1862 as "Wolverton" by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, the name was changed to "Wolferton" the following year. The station closed in 1969. It was the nearest one to Sandringham and had royal retiring rooms.
View north east towards Dersingham and Hunstanton.
Wolferton railway station (site), Norfolk
Opened in 1862 as "Wolverton" by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, the name was changed to "Wolferton" the following year. The station closed in 1969. It was the nearest one to Sandringham and had royal retiring rooms. View north east towards Dersingham and Hunstanton.
Steam Traction at Sandringham Displayed at Sandringham Game and Country Fair
Steam Traction at Sandringham
Displayed at Sandringham Game and Country Fair
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip at Sandringham, Christmas Day 1988 Walking from the traditional morning service at St Mary Magdalene Church back to Sandringham House. Prince William and Zara Phillips following.
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip at Sandringham, Christmas Day 1988
Walking from the traditional morning service at St Mary Magdalene Church back to Sandringham House. Prince William and Zara Phillips following.
Queen Elizabeth II and members of the Royal Family at Sandringham, Christmas Day 1988 Walking from the traditional morning service at St Mary Magdalene Church back to Sandringham House.
Prince William and Zara Phillips near the Queen. Also in the photo are Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Sarah Ferguson, Prince Andrew, Princess Diana, Captain Mark Phillips and Prince Edward.
Queen Elizabeth II and members of the Royal Family at Sandringham, Christmas Day 1988
Walking from the traditional morning service at St Mary Magdalene Church back to Sandringham House. Prince William and Zara Phillips near the Queen. Also in the photo are Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Sarah Ferguson, Prince Andrew, Princess Diana, Captain Mark Phillips and Prince Edward.
St Mary Magdalene's Church near Sandringham House
St Mary Magdalene's Church near Sandringham House
Park House on the Sandringham Estate Home of Diana, Princess of Wales for many years
Park House on the Sandringham Estate
Home of Diana, Princess of Wales for many years
Sandringham cricket ground and pavilion, Norfolk
Sandringham cricket ground and pavilion, Norfolk
Notice at Sandringham - Queen Elizabeth II 1926-2022
Notice at Sandringham - Queen Elizabeth II 1926-2022
Walking by St Mary Magdalene's Church near Sandringham House Thousands of people visited the Sandringham Estate following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, many leaving floral tributes at the Norwich Gates
Walking by St Mary Magdalene's Church near Sandringham House
Thousands of people visited the Sandringham Estate following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, many leaving floral tributes at the Norwich Gates
Fungus on an old tree trunk in Sandringham House gardens Many thanks to Mike Richardson <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15498" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15498">Link</a> who informed me this is a Beefsteak fungus [Fistulina hepatica]
Fungus on an old tree trunk in Sandringham House gardens
Many thanks to Mike Richardson Link who informed me this is a Beefsteak fungus [Fistulina hepatica]
Old Milestone by A149, roadside The Milestone is located on the verge on the East of the road.  Parish of Sandringham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected by the Lynn - East Gate (Dersingham & Hillington) turnpike trust in the 19th Century, metal number rusty. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044415" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044415">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  
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Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW06
Old Milestone by A149, roadside
The Milestone is located on the verge on the East of the road.  Parish of Sandringham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected by the Lynn - East Gate (Dersingham & Hillington) turnpike trust in the 19th Century, metal number rusty. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- 6 Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW06
A distant glimpse of the coast from the viewing platform on Princess's Drive in the Sandringham Estate
A distant glimpse of the coast from the viewing platform on Princess's Drive in the Sandringham Estate
St Felix Chapel, Babingley Part of the British Orthodox Church. Dates from 1880 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/babingley/babingley.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/babingley/babingley.htm">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>
St Felix Chapel, Babingley
Part of the British Orthodox Church. Dates from 1880 LinkExternal link
Road through Edinburgh Plantation
Road through Edinburgh Plantation
Footpath to Dersingham Bog Nature Reserve
Footpath to Dersingham Bog Nature Reserve
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Folly Covert is located at Grid Ref: TF6727 (Lat: 52.821756, Lng: 0.48628751)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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