Park Wood

Wood, Forest in Suffolk Babergh

England

Park Wood

Loading area by Somerton Road, Mile End Mainly used for hay.
Loading area by Somerton Road, Mile End Credit: David Howard

Park Wood is a picturesque forest located in Suffolk, England. Spread across an area of approximately 50 hectares, the wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. The woodland is primarily composed of a mixture of broadleaf trees, including oak, birch, and beech, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem.

As visitors venture into Park Wood, they are greeted by a well-maintained network of footpaths and trails, allowing them to explore the wood at their own pace. The paths wind through the dense foliage, providing opportunities to spot various species of birds, butterflies, and other wildlife that call the wood their home. It is not uncommon to encounter rabbits, squirrels, and even deer during a walk through the wood.

The wood is known for its rich biodiversity, and efforts have been made to preserve and protect the native flora and fauna. The Suffolk Wildlife Trust actively manages the wood, ensuring its continued wellbeing. Throughout the year, the wood undergoes various stages of growth and transformation, with vibrant bluebells carpeting the forest floor in spring and golden hues adorning the leaves in autumn.

In addition to its natural beauty, Park Wood also offers picnic areas and benches for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The wood attracts visitors of all ages, from families seeking a day out in nature to individuals looking for a peaceful retreat.

Overall, Park Wood in Suffolk is a stunning forest that showcases the beauty of nature and provides a serene setting for visitors to reconnect with the outdoors.

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Park Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.126334/0.65158194 or Grid Reference TL8150. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loading area by Somerton Road, Mile End Mainly used for hay.
Loading area by Somerton Road, Mile End
Mainly used for hay.
Somerton Road, Mile End
Somerton Road, Mile End
Field and tree by Somerton Road, Mile End
Field and tree by Somerton Road, Mile End
Electricity poles by Somerton Hall
Electricity poles by Somerton Hall
Haystack in Somerton
Haystack in Somerton
Somerton Hall near Somerton A big white-brick early C19th front to the road, but there is a timber-framed house somewhere behind. Grade II listed.
Somerton Hall near Somerton
A big white-brick early C19th front to the road, but there is a timber-framed house somewhere behind. Grade II listed.
Fishpond at Swan's Hall Farm A rare square, even in Suffolk, in that it has no building within it, nor a footpath.  This pond is on private land, just south of Swan's Hall Farm, Thurston End.
Fishpond at Swan's Hall Farm
A rare square, even in Suffolk, in that it has no building within it, nor a footpath. This pond is on private land, just south of Swan's Hall Farm, Thurston End.
Swan's Hall Farm, Thurston End A medieval farmhouse, with slightly more modern outbuildings.
Swan's Hall Farm, Thurston End
A medieval farmhouse, with slightly more modern outbuildings.
Small Bridge Small bridge on country road over unnamed stream at Boxted, Suffolk.
Small Bridge
Small bridge on country road over unnamed stream at Boxted, Suffolk.
Village Postbox Village postbox mounted in a small buildings wall at Boxted, Suffolk.
Village Postbox
Village postbox mounted in a small buildings wall at Boxted, Suffolk.
Footpath Junction Footpath junction near to Boxted, Suffolk.
Footpath Junction
Footpath junction near to Boxted, Suffolk.
Boxted Hall Boxted Hall Boxted, Suffolk.
Boxted Hall
Boxted Hall Boxted, Suffolk.
Footpath Signs Footpath signs at the side of the B1066 near to Boxted, Suffolk.
Footpath Signs
Footpath signs at the side of the B1066 near to Boxted, Suffolk.
Broken Gate Broken gate near to Boxford, Suffolk.
Broken Gate
Broken gate near to Boxford, Suffolk.
Distant Farm Farm track and field of Rape near to Fenstead End, Suffolk.
Distant Farm
Farm track and field of Rape near to Fenstead End, Suffolk.
Footpath Sign And Moat Farm Footpath and Moat Farm near to Fenstead End, Suffolk.
Footpath Sign And Moat Farm
Footpath and Moat Farm near to Fenstead End, Suffolk.
Country Road Country road looking north towards a small wood marked on the map as Thurston Park near to Thurston End, Suffolk.
Country Road
Country road looking north towards a small wood marked on the map as Thurston Park near to Thurston End, Suffolk.
Ford at Lodge Farm, near Somerton Hall This ford is found in the entrance to Lodge Farm
Ford at Lodge Farm, near Somerton Hall
This ford is found in the entrance to Lodge Farm
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Park Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL8150 (Lat: 52.126334, Lng: 0.65158194)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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