Young Albemarle Plantation

Wood, Forest in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

Young Albemarle Plantation

London Road, Elveden The former A11, from before the dualling and bypass.
London Road, Elveden Credit: Hugh Venables

Young Albemarle Plantation is a charming community located in Suffolk, Virginia, known for its picturesque woodlands and serene forests. Nestled amidst the natural beauty of the region, this plantation offers a tranquil retreat for residents seeking a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle.

The plantation is situated on a vast expanse of land, encompassing lush greenery and towering trees that create a sense of privacy and seclusion. The woodlands surrounding the community provide a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering numerous opportunities for hiking, bird-watching, and exploring the local flora and fauna.

The Forest neighborhood within Young Albemarle Plantation is a highly sought-after area, renowned for its pristine natural surroundings and tranquil ambiance. Residents of this neighborhood can enjoy the serenity of the forested landscape from their homes, as well as access to walking trails and parks within the community.

In addition to its natural beauty, Young Albemarle Plantation offers a range of amenities and recreational facilities. The plantation features a championship golf course, tennis courts, and a clubhouse, providing residents with opportunities for leisure and socializing. The community also boasts a marina, allowing residents to indulge in water-based activities such as boating and fishing.

Overall, Young Albemarle Plantation in Suffolk is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. With its stunning woodlands, forested neighborhoods, and range of amenities, this plantation offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern conveniences, making it an ideal place to call home.

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Young Albemarle Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.376071/0.69332398 or Grid Reference TL8378. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

London Road, Elveden The former A11, from before the dualling and bypass.
London Road, Elveden
The former A11, from before the dualling and bypass.
Field by Elveden
Field by Elveden
House in Elveden Now considerably more peaceful after the A11 bypass around the village as part of the dualling of the road.
House in Elveden
Now considerably more peaceful after the A11 bypass around the village as part of the dualling of the road.
London Road, Elveden The former A11.
London Road, Elveden
The former A11.
Elveden Road on Thetford Heath
Elveden Road on Thetford Heath
B1106, Elveden
B1106, Elveden
Cottage Homes, Elveden Grade II listed almshouses built in 1900. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-275761-cottage-homes-1-7-elveden" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-275761-cottage-homes-1-7-elveden">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>
Cottage Homes, Elveden
Grade II listed almshouses built in 1900. LinkExternal link
Elveden Post Office
Elveden Post Office
Cottage by the A11, Elveden
Cottage by the A11, Elveden
Gates, Elveden Hall
Gates, Elveden Hall
Gate Lodge, Elveden Hall
Gate Lodge, Elveden Hall
Church of St Andrew and St Patrick, Elveden Grade II* listed. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-275762-church-of-st-andrew-and-st-patrick-elved" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-275762-church-of-st-andrew-and-st-patrick-elved">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>
Church of St Andrew and St Patrick, Elveden
Grade II* listed. LinkExternal link
Small cottage by the A11
Small cottage by the A11
B1106, south, Elveden
B1106, south, Elveden
Arable land by the A11
Arable land by the A11
Watchtower at former RAF Barnham This watchtower is freshly painted, and the site around it is having a new concrete fence built. 

The site at RAF Barnham was built to assemble and maintain half the UK nuclear weapons in the 1950s, though the greater Barnham site had been in use in the second world war. The nuclear part of its history is given here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.derelictplaces.co.uk/main/showthread.php?t=15992" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.derelictplaces.co.uk/main/showthread.php?t=15992">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>

Across the road you can see some railway lines. These originally carried an electrically operated gate, with control supervised from the building to the left. 

The area is now known as the Gorse Industrial Estate.
Watchtower at former RAF Barnham
This watchtower is freshly painted, and the site around it is having a new concrete fence built. The site at RAF Barnham was built to assemble and maintain half the UK nuclear weapons in the 1950s, though the greater Barnham site had been in use in the second world war. The nuclear part of its history is given here LinkExternal link Across the road you can see some railway lines. These originally carried an electrically operated gate, with control supervised from the building to the left. The area is now known as the Gorse Industrial Estate.
Watchtower at former RAF Barnham site For details see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2813332">TL8579 : Watchtower at former RAF Barnham</a>. 

My MG ZS180 makes another Geograph appearance.
Watchtower at former RAF Barnham site
For details see TL8579 : Watchtower at former RAF Barnham. My MG ZS180 makes another Geograph appearance.
Equestro Bed occupy former military site The Little Heath military site has had an interesting history - tank testing in WW1, chemical storage in WW2 and later, illegal tyre storage, a tank museum, and now Equestro, who appear to make horse bedding from wood.

For more of the history, slightly out of date, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.subbrit.org.uk/sb-sites/sites/l/little_heath_forward_filling_depot/index.shtml" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.subbrit.org.uk/sb-sites/sites/l/little_heath_forward_filling_depot/index.shtml">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>
Equestro Bed occupy former military site
The Little Heath military site has had an interesting history - tank testing in WW1, chemical storage in WW2 and later, illegal tyre storage, a tank museum, and now Equestro, who appear to make horse bedding from wood. For more of the history, slightly out of date, see LinkExternal link
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Young Albemarle Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TL8378 (Lat: 52.376071, Lng: 0.69332398)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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///demoted.directive.finely. Near Thetford, Norfolk

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