Bases Wood

Wood, Forest in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

Bases Wood

A Suffolk crossroads This is where a narrow lane from Hobbles Green to Kirtling (ahead) crosses the road from Great Bradley to Cowlinge (right). Late summer or early autumn? The trees hint at both.
A Suffolk crossroads Credit: John Sutton

Bases Wood is a charming forest located in Suffolk, England. Spread over an area of approximately 250 acres, this wood is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a beautiful and diverse landscape throughout the seasons.

As visitors venture into Bases Wood, they are greeted by a network of well-maintained walking trails that meander through the forest. These trails offer a chance to explore the wood's natural beauty while providing a pleasant and peaceful environment for a leisurely stroll or a more vigorous hike.

The wood is home to a rich variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike. Visitors may spot a range of bird species, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and various songbirds. Additionally, deer and foxes can occasionally be spotted roaming the wood, adding to the sense of natural tranquility.

Bases Wood is managed by the Forestry Commission, ensuring the preservation and conservation of this precious woodland. The commission periodically organizes educational programs and guided walks, allowing visitors to learn more about the wood's ecology and the importance of sustainable forest management.

With its peaceful ambiance, diverse flora and fauna, and well-maintained trails, Bases Wood offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether one seeks solitude, a family outing, or a chance to immerse themselves in nature, Bases Wood provides a serene and picturesque setting to fulfill these desires.

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Bases Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.162805/0.47002934 or Grid Reference TL6954. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A Suffolk crossroads This is where a narrow lane from Hobbles Green to Kirtling (ahead) crosses the road from Great Bradley to Cowlinge (right). Late summer or early autumn? The trees hint at both.
A Suffolk crossroads
This is where a narrow lane from Hobbles Green to Kirtling (ahead) crosses the road from Great Bradley to Cowlinge (right). Late summer or early autumn? The trees hint at both.
Junction on Bradley Road, Cowlinge
Junction on Bradley Road, Cowlinge
Bradley Road, Cowlinge
Bradley Road, Cowlinge
Field by Bradley Road, Cowlinge
Field by Bradley Road, Cowlinge
Field by Trotting Horse Lane, Lambfair Green
Field by Trotting Horse Lane, Lambfair Green
Footpath Footpath and field boundary near to Cowlinge, Suffolk.
Footpath
Footpath and field boundary near to Cowlinge, Suffolk.
A lane, a ditch and a dead tree This gravelly lane serves Longacre Green Farm (some way behind the camera) and joins the Stour Valley Path, which leads on to Great Bradley.
A lane, a ditch and a dead tree
This gravelly lane serves Longacre Green Farm (some way behind the camera) and joins the Stour Valley Path, which leads on to Great Bradley.
Kirtling Green: new and old on The Green The road to Woodditton on a fine September morning. The thatched house, originally two cottages, is Grade II listed.
Kirtling Green: new and old on The Green
The road to Woodditton on a fine September morning. The thatched house, originally two cottages, is Grade II listed.
Kirtling Green: scaffolding on The Street The road leads to Kirtling and Upend.
Kirtling Green: scaffolding on The Street
The road leads to Kirtling and Upend.
Kirtling Green: Bachelor's Hall Farm The farmhouse's Grade II listing begins "C16 and late C17. Timber-framed and plastered with pargetted panels. Plain tile roofs, red-brick central ridge stack and rear stack."
Kirtling Green: Bachelor's Hall Farm
The farmhouse's Grade II listing begins "C16 and late C17. Timber-framed and plastered with pargetted panels. Plain tile roofs, red-brick central ridge stack and rear stack."
Entering Kirtling Kirtling is a scattered village in the eastern corner of Cambridgeshire south of Newmarket. The converted barn on the left and the farmhouse are  Grade II listed and date from the 16th century.
Entering Kirtling
Kirtling is a scattered village in the eastern corner of Cambridgeshire south of Newmarket. The converted barn on the left and the farmhouse are Grade II listed and date from the 16th century.
Mill End: plaster and thatch A Grade II 17th-century  timber-framed house.
Mill End: plaster and thatch
A Grade II 17th-century timber-framed house.
Mill End: on Mill Road Caption to follow.
Mill End: on Mill Road
Caption to follow.
Mill End: long view with pillbox <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2511134">TL6956 : Hidden In The Wheat</a> was taken in 2011.
Mill End: long view with pillbox
TL6956 : Hidden In The Wheat was taken in 2011.
Uphill at Mill End Thatched, plastered and timber-framed, but not a listed building.
Uphill at Mill End
Thatched, plastered and timber-framed, but not a listed building.
Postbox and signpost The junction with Bradley Road (behind the camera), near Mill End.
Postbox and signpost
The junction with Bradley Road (behind the camera), near Mill End.
A passing place on a narrow lane Bradley Road links Great Bradley and Cowlinge to Kirtling Green (ahead).
A passing place on a narrow lane
Bradley Road links Great Bradley and Cowlinge to Kirtling Green (ahead).
Concrete road to Banstead Farm Banstead Farm on the sign at the entrance, but Banstead's Farm on OS maps.
Concrete road to Banstead Farm
Banstead Farm on the sign at the entrance, but Banstead's Farm on OS maps.
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Bases Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL6954 (Lat: 52.162805, Lng: 0.47002934)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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