Lackford Green

Wood, Forest in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

Lackford Green

Double Decker Hide, Lackford Lakes See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7286761">TL8070 : View from the Double Decker Hide</a>
Double Decker Hide, Lackford Lakes Credit: Hugh Venables

Lackford Green, located in Suffolk, England, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an expansive area, this green oasis is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is primarily composed of oak and birch trees, with patches of heather and gorse creating a vibrant tapestry of colors throughout the year. The forest floor is blanketed with a diverse array of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and orchids, providing a stunning display during the spring and summer months.

Lackford Green is home to numerous animal species, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors may spot various species of birds, such as woodpeckers, kingfishers, and tawny owls, as well as mammals like deer, foxes, and badgers. The area's wetland habitats also attract a wide range of water-loving creatures, including ducks, swans, and herons.

The green offers several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These paths wind through the woodland, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and access to hidden gems such as Lackford Lakes, a series of interconnected lakes and wetlands teeming with wildlife.

Lackford Green truly is a nature lover's paradise, providing a peaceful retreat in the heart of Suffolk. Whether you're seeking a leisurely stroll, birdwatching opportunities, or simply a place to reconnect with nature, this woodland sanctuary offers something for everyone.

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Lackford Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.305148/0.62210583 or Grid Reference TL7870. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Double Decker Hide, Lackford Lakes See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7286761">TL8070 : View from the Double Decker Hide</a>
Double Decker Hide, Lackford Lakes
View from the Double Decker Hide Looking towards the Slough.
View from the Double Decker Hide
Looking towards the Slough.
Bury Road at the entrance to Lackford Lakes
Bury Road at the entrance to Lackford Lakes
West Stow Reconstructed Anglo Saxon Village
West Stow Reconstructed Anglo Saxon Village
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Three western buildings The three reconstructed Anglo-Saxon buildings seen here are the westernmost in the little village. From left to right they are The Hall, The Living House and The Workshop.
The Workshop can be seen in more detail here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7107608">TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Workshop</a>
and The Hall, here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7107705">TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Hall</a>

See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Three western buildings
The three reconstructed Anglo-Saxon buildings seen here are the westernmost in the little village. From left to right they are The Hall, The Living House and The Workshop. The Workshop can be seen in more detail here TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Workshop and The Hall, here TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Hall See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Workshop The Workshop at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village was "built to meet present day needs. It has an oak framework with wattle and clay walls. Although there is no direct evidence for it at West Stow, it is based on actual buildings from the end of the period" (Notice Board wording)
This reconstruction dates from 1991
See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Workshop
The Workshop at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village was "built to meet present day needs. It has an oak framework with wattle and clay walls. Although there is no direct evidence for it at West Stow, it is based on actual buildings from the end of the period" (Notice Board wording) This reconstruction dates from 1991 See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear) This structure at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village is the Farmer's House, this view being of the rear of it. It is a six-post house with a deep wood-lined pit.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear)
This structure at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village is the Farmer's House, this view being of the rear of it. It is a six-post house with a deep wood-lined pit.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Farmer's & Sunken Houses Two of the reconstructed dwellings at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village. Nearest the camera is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7107614">TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear)</a>, further away is the 'Sunken House' which was built to show the old idea of Anglo-Saxons living in a pit. It does not match the archaeological evidence found at West Stow - so it is now believed that this is not correct.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Farmer's & Sunken Houses
Two of the reconstructed dwellings at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village. Nearest the camera is TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear), further away is the 'Sunken House' which was built to show the old idea of Anglo-Saxons living in a pit. It does not match the archaeological evidence found at West Stow - so it is now believed that this is not correct.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Farmer's House 3/4 view A three-quarters view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7107614">TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear)</a> showing its side elevation.
See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Farmer's House 3/4 view
A three-quarters view of TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear) showing its side elevation. See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Oldest House This was the first reconstruction at West Stow, dating from 1974. It was built using simple technology to test the basic idea that a wood floor was built over the pit and that the roof was supported by posts not walls.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Oldest House
This was the first reconstruction at West Stow, dating from 1974. It was built using simple technology to test the basic idea that a wood floor was built over the pit and that the roof was supported by posts not walls.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Hall Unlike most of the structures at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village, The Hall has no pit under the floor. The Hall was a communal building and the focal point of the village. This reconstruction dates from 2005.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Hall
Unlike most of the structures at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village, The Hall has no pit under the floor. The Hall was a communal building and the focal point of the village. This reconstruction dates from 2005.
Parking area on Bury Road, Lackford
Parking area on Bury Road, Lackford
Bury Road, Lackford
Bury Road, Lackford
Welcome To West Stow Entrance to West Stow Country Park near to Lackford, Suffolk see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.oldcity.org.uk/stowfriends/index.php" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.oldcity.org.uk/stowfriends/index.php">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> for info about the park.
Welcome To West Stow
Entrance to West Stow Country Park near to Lackford, Suffolk see LinkExternal link for info about the park.
Country Road Minor road near to West Stow, Suffolk.
Country Road
Minor road near to West Stow, Suffolk.
Suffolk Wildlife Trust Visitor centre of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Lackford Lakes near to Lackford, Suffolk. For info about this nature reserve see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/reserves-and-visitor-centres/lackford-lakes/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/reserves-and-visitor-centres/lackford-lakes/">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>
Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Visitor centre of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Lackford Lakes near to Lackford, Suffolk. For info about this nature reserve see LinkExternal link
Open Gates Gates at the end of the road from Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Lackford lakes near to Lackford, Suffolk.
Open Gates
Gates at the end of the road from Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Lackford lakes near to Lackford, Suffolk.
Sunset Sunset near to Lackford, suffolk.
Sunset
Sunset near to Lackford, suffolk.
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Lackford Green is located at Grid Ref: TL7870 (Lat: 52.305148, Lng: 0.62210583)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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