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Jubilee Spinney

Wood, Forest in Suffolk Babergh

England

Jubilee Spinney

Houses at Bures Hamlet
Houses at Bures Hamlet Credit: Colin Park

Jubilee Spinney is a picturesque woodland located in Suffolk, England. Situated near the village of Woodbridge, this serene forest covers an area of approximately 30 acres. Jubilee Spinney is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Suffolk countryside.

The woodland is known for its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a vibrant and colorful canopy throughout the year. These trees provide a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, squirrels, and deer, making it a haven for nature lovers and birdwatchers.

Jubilee Spinney offers several well-marked walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace. The paths wind through the trees, providing glimpses of wildflowers, ferns, and moss-covered rocks. Along the way, benches and picnic areas offer opportunities for visitors to rest and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

The forest also boasts a small pond, which is home to various aquatic plants and creatures. This adds to the overall biodiversity of the area and provides a tranquil spot for visitors to observe nature up close.

Jubilee Spinney is open to the public throughout the year, and admission is free. The woodland is well-maintained by local authorities, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all who visit. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or a chance to reconnect with nature, Jubilee Spinney offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Houses at Bures Hamlet
Houses at Bures Hamlet
Bures - Nayland Road
Bures - Nayland Road
Bures - St Stephen's Chapel
Bures - St Stephen's Chapel
Bures Old Dragon - ground figure This chalk figure was restored in 2012 It is not unlike one of the ‘White Horses’ chalked into the hillside of Wiltshire but here in Suffolk the countryside is much flatter and hence probably the best viewing is from the air. The story of the dragon probably stems from 1307AD when Richard I returned from the Holy Land with a collection of animals for his royal menagerie, including a crocodile reportedly gifted to him from Saladin. This animal was kept in the Tower of London, where it lived without incident for several years until a storm flooded the Tower. Washed into the river, the creature, somehow, found its way to 'Anglia' and ascended into myth. The reptile found its way to Wormingford where it terrorised the local people who had never seen anything like it. The reptile feasted itself on sheep and even killed a local farmer. As panic spread, a local landowner, Sir Richard de Waldegrave, assembled a posse of workmen armed with bows and arrows to kill the creature. They found the “dragon” near the farm and cornered it, unleashing a fusillade of arrows. Unfortunately the beast “eluded all of his shots and sprang back arrow from his ribs like a knife or hard stone". After this violent encounter, the wounded creature fled to the swamp, and lay hidden among the reeds; nor was seen any more. The story has been passed down through the generations with its size increasing.
Bures Old Dragon - ground figure
This chalk figure was restored in 2012 It is not unlike one of the ‘White Horses’ chalked into the hillside of Wiltshire but here in Suffolk the countryside is much flatter and hence probably the best viewing is from the air. The story of the dragon probably stems from 1307AD when Richard I returned from the Holy Land with a collection of animals for his royal menagerie, including a crocodile reportedly gifted to him from Saladin. This animal was kept in the Tower of London, where it lived without incident for several years until a storm flooded the Tower. Washed into the river, the creature, somehow, found its way to 'Anglia' and ascended into myth. The reptile found its way to Wormingford where it terrorised the local people who had never seen anything like it. The reptile feasted itself on sheep and even killed a local farmer. As panic spread, a local landowner, Sir Richard de Waldegrave, assembled a posse of workmen armed with bows and arrows to kill the creature. They found the “dragon” near the farm and cornered it, unleashing a fusillade of arrows. Unfortunately the beast “eluded all of his shots and sprang back arrow from his ribs like a knife or hard stone". After this violent encounter, the wounded creature fled to the swamp, and lay hidden among the reeds; nor was seen any more. The story has been passed down through the generations with its size increasing.
St Edmund Way between Bures and Over Hall Farm
St Edmund Way between Bures and Over Hall Farm
St Edmund Way between Bures and Over Hall Farm
St Edmund Way between Bures and Over Hall Farm
Smallbridge Entry and Highfields Farm, Bures
Smallbridge Entry and Highfields Farm, Bures
Bures Mill, near Bures, Suffolk
Bures Mill, near Bures, Suffolk
St. John's church, Mount Bures, Essex Mount Bures once had a Norman castle, which may explain the cruciform shape of the church. Most of the church dates from Norman times but the crossing tower and transepts were rebuilt in 1875. Like many churches around the Colchester area, the building material includes re-used Roman bricks.
St. John's church, Mount Bures, Essex
Mount Bures once had a Norman castle, which may explain the cruciform shape of the church. Most of the church dates from Norman times but the crossing tower and transepts were rebuilt in 1875. Like many churches around the Colchester area, the building material includes re-used Roman bricks.
Smallbridge Hall, near Wormingford, Essex This Elizabethan moated house was built in 1550 and what we see today is believed to be one wing of a much larger mansion. Queen Elizabeth I is said to have stayed here on two occasions. In 1874 it was much rebuilt and further restoration took place in 1932. It stands between Wormingford and Bures.
Smallbridge Hall, near Wormingford, Essex
This Elizabethan moated house was built in 1550 and what we see today is believed to be one wing of a much larger mansion. Queen Elizabeth I is said to have stayed here on two occasions. In 1874 it was much rebuilt and further restoration took place in 1932. It stands between Wormingford and Bures.
High Street, Bures, Suffolk Bures has many old timber-framed buildings and the High Street has good examples.
High Street, Bures, Suffolk
Bures has many old timber-framed buildings and the High Street has good examples.
Railway Bridge at Bures, Essex Bures is one of those places that sits on the border of two counties and, although Bures is a Suffolk village, its station and the bridge in this picture is just over the border in Essex.
Railway Bridge at Bures, Essex
Bures is one of those places that sits on the border of two counties and, although Bures is a Suffolk village, its station and the bridge in this picture is just over the border in Essex.
The B.1508 near Wormingford, Essex The white house on the right is known as The Lodge.
The B.1508 near Wormingford, Essex
The white house on the right is known as The Lodge.
Road to Staunch Farm, just west of Wormingford
Road to Staunch Farm, just west of Wormingford
River Stour North of Wormingford View of River Stour and Farmland North of Wormingford
River Stour North of Wormingford
View of River Stour and Farmland North of Wormingford
Stream and pasture - Stour valley The remains of an old sluice beside the road controlled the flow on this tributary to the Stour
Stream and pasture - Stour valley
The remains of an old sluice beside the road controlled the flow on this tributary to the Stour
St Edmund Way, Suffolk The St Edmund Way east of Bures, part of a long distance walk of 88 miles across Suffolk
St Edmund Way, Suffolk
The St Edmund Way east of Bures, part of a long distance walk of 88 miles across Suffolk
Village sign at Bures Hamlet
Village sign at Bures Hamlet
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Jubilee Spinney is located at Grid Ref: TL9133 (Lat: 51.969802, Lng: 0.78897867)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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