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The Oaks

Wood, Forest in Norfolk Breckland

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The Oaks

The West Acre Theatre "River Studios" held their art exhibition here in May 2011.
The West Acre Theatre Credit: Elliott Simpson

The Oaks, Norfolk is a picturesque woodland area located in the county of Norfolk, England. Spanning over a vast area, it is known for its dense forests and diverse range of tree species. The woodland is primarily composed of oak trees, hence the name "The Oaks."

Visitors to The Oaks can immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the forest, with its towering trees and lush undergrowth. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful atmosphere.

The Oaks is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a variety of animal species. Deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species can be spotted throughout the woodland. The tranquil environment provides the perfect opportunity for birdwatching, with sightings of woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds being common.

The woodland offers a network of walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These trails wind through the forest, offering glimpses of scenic views and hidden clearings. Nature lovers can enjoy long walks, picnics, or simply find a quiet spot to relax and soak in the peaceful ambiance.

The Oaks is not only a natural retreat but also a site of historical significance. The woodland has played a crucial role in the timber industry, with its oak trees being a valuable resource for shipbuilding and construction. The area has been carefully managed to preserve its natural heritage and ensure the long-term sustainability of the forest.

Overall, The Oaks, Norfolk is a haven of natural beauty, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and reconnect with nature. It is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Norfolk's woodlands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.698483/0.62451997 or Grid Reference TF7714. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The West Acre Theatre "River Studios" held their art exhibition here in May 2011.
The West Acre Theatre
"River Studios" held their art exhibition here in May 2011.
Rural lane past Narford Lake
Rural lane past Narford Lake
Approaching Bradmoor Hill, Narford
Approaching Bradmoor Hill, Narford
Bridge over the River Nar, Narford
Bridge over the River Nar, Narford
Bridge over the River Nar, Narford
Bridge over the River Nar, Narford
The River Nar north of Narford Hall
The River Nar north of Narford Hall
A group of hairpin tank traps beside the River Nar, Narford This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
A group of hairpin tank traps beside the River Nar, Narford
This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Trank traps, Narford This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Trank traps, Narford
This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Tank traps, Narford This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Tank traps, Narford
This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Tank traps, Narford This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Tank traps, Narford
This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Tank traps, Narford This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Tank traps, Narford
This unusual and, so I believe, quite unique group comprising 36 hairpin tank traps formed part of the Eastern Command: II Corps Line B. This defence line ran from Southwold via Harleston on the Suffolk-Norfolk border through Attleborough, Watton and Swaffham in Norfolk and then continued on to King's Lynn. Not a conventional stop line but one centred around main roads offering no definite obstacle. All towns forming way points on the line and villages within a mile either side were to be prepared for defence. DOB site reference: S0002193.
Ford on the Nar Valley Way, West Acre This ford is found on the edge of West Acre on the River Nar and the footpath forms part of the Nar Valley Way.
Ford on the Nar Valley Way, West Acre
This ford is found on the edge of West Acre on the River Nar and the footpath forms part of the Nar Valley Way.
Ford on the Nar Valley Way This ford is found on the Nar Valley Way between West Acre and Castle Acre. There is a second ford a few yards north over a drainage ditch. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgi2pzmdFBE&feature=youtu.be" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgi2pzmdFBE&feature=youtu.be">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>
Ford on the Nar Valley Way
This ford is found on the Nar Valley Way between West Acre and Castle Acre. There is a second ford a few yards north over a drainage ditch. LinkExternal link
Ford on road north from South Acre This ford is over a drainage ditch and lies just north of the ford on the River Nar on the road north from South Acre.
Ford on road north from South Acre
This ford is over a drainage ditch and lies just north of the ford on the River Nar on the road north from South Acre.
Tree next to Church Green at West Acre A fine example of Aesculus hippocastanum or horse chestnut. The children's playground is in the background and the church is to the east of the tree.
Tree next to Church Green at West Acre
A fine example of Aesculus hippocastanum or horse chestnut. The children's playground is in the background and the church is to the east of the tree.
All Saints church,West Acre The 14th century priory gatehouse is to the left of the photograph.
All Saints church,West Acre
The 14th century priory gatehouse is to the left of the photograph.
Narford Hall, Narborough An interesting mix of styles, dates and materials. The main seven-bay block is clearly Georgian, at least in style if not strictly according to date as it was built c1704, possibly to the designs of Henry Bell of King's Lynn, for Sir Andrew Fountaine. Then, in 1855-60, Robert Ketton rampaged like a Victorian bull in a symmetrical china shop by remodelling and enlarging, including adding the remarkable tower. The dark stone is carstone. Grade I listed. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1817430">TF7613 : Narford Hall viewed from the south-west</a>.
Narford Hall, Narborough
An interesting mix of styles, dates and materials. The main seven-bay block is clearly Georgian, at least in style if not strictly according to date as it was built c1704, possibly to the designs of Henry Bell of King's Lynn, for Sir Andrew Fountaine. Then, in 1855-60, Robert Ketton rampaged like a Victorian bull in a symmetrical china shop by remodelling and enlarging, including adding the remarkable tower. The dark stone is carstone. Grade I listed. See also TF7613 : Narford Hall viewed from the south-west.
Disused summer house in Bradmoor Plantation, Narford Originally located within Narford Park, this 19th century garden temple now stands well outside the park, the area of which has since been reduced. The temple is built from gault brick. It has a slate roof and a pediment supported by two Tuscan columns. For a view of Narford Hall taken from this spot see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3555022" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3555022">Link</a>.
Disused summer house in Bradmoor Plantation, Narford
Originally located within Narford Park, this 19th century garden temple now stands well outside the park, the area of which has since been reduced. The temple is built from gault brick. It has a slate roof and a pediment supported by two Tuscan columns. For a view of Narford Hall taken from this spot see > Link.
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The Oaks is located at Grid Ref: TF7714 (Lat: 52.698483, Lng: 0.62451997)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

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