Beech Belt

Wood, Forest in Norfolk Breckland

England

Beech Belt

St Mary's church, Weeting St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry">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 Mary's church, Weeting Credit: Philip Halling

Beech Belt in Norfolk, England, is a picturesque wood known for its dense beech forest and tranquil surroundings. Located in the heart of Norfolk, this woodland offers visitors a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Beech Belt is characterized by its tall, majestic beech trees that dominate the landscape. These trees provide a dense canopy, creating a shaded and cool atmosphere, perfect for leisurely walks or picnics on warm summer days. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of fallen leaves, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the wood.

The wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Bluebells and wood anemones bloom in spring, creating a colorful display that attracts nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. Bird watchers will be delighted to find a variety of species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Squirrels and foxes can also be spotted, adding to the charm of the woodland experience.

Beech Belt offers well-maintained walking trails that meander through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their own pace. These paths are suitable for all ages and abilities, making it an ideal destination for families, hikers, and nature lovers. Interpretive signs along the trails provide information about the natural history and wildlife found in the wood, enhancing the educational value of the visit.

Overall, Beech Belt in Norfolk is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the wonders of a beech forest ecosystem. Whether seeking solitude or a family adventure, this woodland is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts in the region.

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St Mary's church, Weeting St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry">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 Mary's church, Weeting
St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
Poppies and Weeting Church Poppies in the foreground and St Mary's church in Weeting in the background.  The church is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry">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>
Poppies and Weeting Church
Poppies in the foreground and St Mary's church in Weeting in the background. The church is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
St Mary's church, Weeting St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry">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 Mary's church, Weeting
St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
Weeting Castle Much of Weeting Castle which is in the care of English Heritage is currently under scaffolding due to structural weakness.
Weeting Castle
Much of Weeting Castle which is in the care of English Heritage is currently under scaffolding due to structural weakness.
Weeting Castle and church The ruins of Weeting Castle is in the foreground with St Mary's church in the background.
Weeting Castle and church
The ruins of Weeting Castle is in the foreground with St Mary's church in the background.
Weeting Castle and church The ruins of Weeting Castle is in the foreground with St Mary's church in the background.
Weeting Castle and church
The ruins of Weeting Castle is in the foreground with St Mary's church in the background.
Tower of Weeting Church The round tower of St Mary's church in Weeting.  The church is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry">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>
Tower of Weeting Church
The round tower of St Mary's church in Weeting. The church is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
Weeting Church St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry">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>
Weeting Church
St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
St. Mary's Church, Weeting
St. Mary's Church, Weeting
Weeting Castle (Remains) It was built around 1180 by Hugh de Plais, and comprised a three-storey tower, a substantial hall, and a service block, with a separate kitchen positioned near the house. A moat was later dug around the site in the 13th century. The house was not fortified, although it drew on architectural features typically found in castles of the period.

Weeting Castle ceased to be used in the late 14th century and fell into decay.

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Weeting Castle (Remains)
It was built around 1180 by Hugh de Plais, and comprised a three-storey tower, a substantial hall, and a service block, with a separate kitchen positioned near the house. A moat was later dug around the site in the 13th century. The house was not fortified, although it drew on architectural features typically found in castles of the period. Weeting Castle ceased to be used in the late 14th century and fell into decay. LinkExternal link
Ice House, Weeting Castle Ice house in the grounds of the castle remains . Would have been used to store ice from the moat.
Ice House, Weeting Castle
Ice house in the grounds of the castle remains . Would have been used to store ice from the moat.
The Row, Weeting One of the longest continuous lines of thatched roofed houses in the UK. 

Grade II Listed.

Terrace of 10 dwellings. C18 and C19. Colourwashed brick with continuous thatched roof. One and a half storeys. 2-light casements and doorways beneath segmental arches. 10 eyebrow dormers to facade and approximately 20 gabled dormers to rear. Gable-end stacks and 6 axial stacks. Continuous outshut to rear.
The Row, Weeting
One of the longest continuous lines of thatched roofed houses in the UK. Grade II Listed. Terrace of 10 dwellings. C18 and C19. Colourwashed brick with continuous thatched roof. One and a half storeys. 2-light casements and doorways beneath segmental arches. 10 eyebrow dormers to facade and approximately 20 gabled dormers to rear. Gable-end stacks and 6 axial stacks. Continuous outshut to rear.
Lane past Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
Lane past Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
Track into Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
Track into Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
View towards Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
View towards Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
Stump Cross, Mount Ephraim An information board <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2766934">TL7791 : Medieval wayside cross, information board</a> on the bridleway highlights the presence of the remains of the medieval wayside cross in the woods. It is believed to date from the 1300s and to have originally been 4m high. At that time the area was not wooded and it would have been prominent on the skyline. The area was one of pilgrimage until the commissioners of Henry VIII destroyed the shrine at Walsingham. The cross was believed to have been broken either at this point or in 1643 when parliament ordered all crosses were pulled down.
Stump Cross, Mount Ephraim
An information board TL7791 : Medieval wayside cross, information board on the bridleway highlights the presence of the remains of the medieval wayside cross in the woods. It is believed to date from the 1300s and to have originally been 4m high. At that time the area was not wooded and it would have been prominent on the skyline. The area was one of pilgrimage until the commissioners of Henry VIII destroyed the shrine at Walsingham. The cross was believed to have been broken either at this point or in 1643 when parliament ordered all crosses were pulled down.
Medieval wayside cross, information board Giving details of the remains of the medieval wayside cross in the woods. The remains are now known as Stump Cross.
Medieval wayside cross, information board
Giving details of the remains of the medieval wayside cross in the woods. The remains are now known as Stump Cross.
Pilgrim's Walk Restricted byway heading north from Weeting.
Pilgrim's Walk
Restricted byway heading north from Weeting.
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Beech Belt is located at Grid Ref: TL7789 (Lat: 52.4777, Lng: 0.61053137)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

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