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Great Queach

Wood, Forest in Suffolk West Suffolk

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Great Queach

War Memorial and church of St. Mary, Ixworth St. Mary's church is largely of the fourteenth and fisteenth centuries <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1180826?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1180826?section=official-listing">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> The War Memorial is listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1467918?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1467918?section=official-listing">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>
War Memorial and church of St. Mary, Ixworth Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Great Queach is a picturesque village located in Suffolk, England. Situated amidst lush woodlands and sprawling forests, it offers residents and visitors an idyllic countryside setting. The village is surrounded by a variety of trees, including oak, beech, and pine, creating a vibrant and diverse natural landscape.

Great Queach is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to numerous wildlife species. The woodlands provide a habitat for a wide range of animals, such as deer, foxes, and a variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The village itself is quaint and charming, with traditional cottages dotting the landscape. The local community takes great pride in preserving the village's historical character, and many of the buildings date back several centuries. The village also boasts a well-preserved medieval church, which adds to its charm and historical significance.

Great Queach offers a range of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. The woodlands and forests provide ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and picnicking amidst the natural beauty. The village also hosts an annual summer fair, where locals and tourists come together to enjoy traditional games, local crafts, and delicious food.

In addition to its natural beauty, Great Queach is conveniently located near other attractions in Suffolk. The nearby town of Bury St Edmunds offers a variety of shopping and dining experiences, and the stunning coastline is just a short drive away.

Overall, Great Queach is a hidden gem in Suffolk, offering a tranquil escape into nature and a glimpse into the traditional English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.290883/0.80528503 or Grid Reference TL9169. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

War Memorial and church of St. Mary, Ixworth St. Mary's church is largely of the fourteenth and fisteenth centuries <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1180826?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1180826?section=official-listing">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> The War Memorial is listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1467918?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1467918?section=official-listing">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>
War Memorial and church of St. Mary, Ixworth
St. Mary's church is largely of the fourteenth and fisteenth centuries LinkExternal link The War Memorial is listed LinkExternal link
Churchyard path and War Memorial, Ixworth Looking towards the High Street.
Churchyard path and War Memorial, Ixworth
Looking towards the High Street.
High Street, Ixworth From left to right : 18 High Street has a nineteenth century facade to a fifteenth century building <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1031480?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1031480?section=official-listing">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> 16 High Street is a seventeenth century cottage <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1376843?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1376843?section=official-listing">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> 12-14 High Street is a seventeenth century house which at one time was subdivided <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1031479?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1031479?section=official-listing">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> 10 High Street has a nineteenth century facade which hides a fourteenth century building <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1376842?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1376842?section=official-listing">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>
High Street, Ixworth
From left to right : 18 High Street has a nineteenth century facade to a fifteenth century building LinkExternal link 16 High Street is a seventeenth century cottage LinkExternal link 12-14 High Street is a seventeenth century house which at one time was subdivided LinkExternal link 10 High Street has a nineteenth century facade which hides a fourteenth century building LinkExternal link
High Street, Ixworth
High Street, Ixworth
Into the woods Prominent vehicle tracks leading into Gameclose Covert.
Into the woods
Prominent vehicle tracks leading into Gameclose Covert.
Unexciting landscape Very typical of the area.
Unexciting landscape
Very typical of the area.
Landscape near Ixworth A drainage ditch cuts through the fields.
Landscape near Ixworth
A drainage ditch cuts through the fields.
Bridleway near Ixworth Forming part of a good circular walk to the south of the town.
Bridleway near Ixworth
Forming part of a good circular walk to the south of the town.
Track over the brow Bridleway between Ixworth and Great Livermere.
Track over the brow
Bridleway between Ixworth and Great Livermere.
Bridleway towards Ixworth Forming part of a good circular walk to the south of the town.
Bridleway towards Ixworth
Forming part of a good circular walk to the south of the town.
Hare and ditch Near Ixworth. The hare did not stay around to allow a closer view.
Hare and ditch
Near Ixworth. The hare did not stay around to allow a closer view.
The Black Bourne View from the bridge near Ixworth Abbey.
The Black Bourne
View from the bridge near Ixworth Abbey.
Avenue near Ixworth Abbey Forming part of the bridleway to Great Livermere.
Avenue near Ixworth Abbey
Forming part of the bridleway to Great Livermere.
Ixworth Abbey This part of the house is largely 17th century although the house contains considerable remains of the Augustinian Priory from which it developed. Listed Grade I. The ground in front of the house, in agricultural use as recently as 2014 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3798869" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3798869">Link</a> , has been converted to a cricket pitch.
Ixworth Abbey
This part of the house is largely 17th century although the house contains considerable remains of the Augustinian Priory from which it developed. Listed Grade I. The ground in front of the house, in agricultural use as recently as 2014 Link , has been converted to a cricket pitch.
Water feature at Ixworth Abbey Mapped as a moat, it is thought more likely to have been a fish-pond attached to the Priory.
Water feature at Ixworth Abbey
Mapped as a moat, it is thought more likely to have been a fish-pond attached to the Priory.
Tudor Cottage, Commister Lane, Ixworth Early 17th century (so not strictly Tudor), roughcast over timber frame, Listed Grade II.
Tudor Cottage, Commister Lane, Ixworth
Early 17th century (so not strictly Tudor), roughcast over timber frame, Listed Grade II.
Commister Lane, Ixworth Flint, brick and pantiles, with bright blue bins. The range probably mid-19th century, forms part of 23 High Street, Listed Grade II.
Commister Lane, Ixworth
Flint, brick and pantiles, with bright blue bins. The range probably mid-19th century, forms part of 23 High Street, Listed Grade II.
The Pykkerell, Ixworth Village coaching inn, traditionally called The Pickerel, the name has been medievalised. Early 16th century, timber frame enclosed in brick, heavily modernised in the 19th century. Listed Grade II.
The Pykkerell, Ixworth
Village coaching inn, traditionally called The Pickerel, the name has been medievalised. Early 16th century, timber frame enclosed in brick, heavily modernised in the 19th century. Listed Grade II.
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Great Queach is located at Grid Ref: TL9169 (Lat: 52.290883, Lng: 0.80528503)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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