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Great Carr

Wood, Forest in Suffolk West Suffolk

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Great Carr

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 Carr, Suffolk, also known as Wood or Forest, is a picturesque village located in the eastern part of England. Situated in the county of Suffolk, it is nestled amidst the stunning Suffolk countryside, renowned for its rolling hills, lush meadows, and ancient woodlands.

Great Carr is characterized by its idyllic charm, with quaint thatched-roof cottages dotting the landscape, giving it a timeless and rustic feel. The village is surrounded by acres of pristine forest, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The forest is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, including majestic oak and beech trees, carpeting the forest floor with bluebells during the spring months.

The village itself is small, with a close-knit community that takes pride in its rich history. Great Carr is steeped in folklore and legend, with stories of mythical creatures and hidden treasures adding to its allure. The local pub, The Woodland Inn, is a popular gathering spot for both residents and visitors, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Great Carr is also known for its agricultural heritage, with many residents involved in farming and animal husbandry. The fertile soil in the area supports a variety of crops, with fields of golden wheat and barley stretching into the distance during the summer months.

Overall, Great Carr, Suffolk (Wood, Forest) is a captivating village that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Its natural beauty, charming architecture, and rich history make it a hidden gem worth exploring.

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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
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.
Housing on Thetford Road, Ixworth The style is a real contrast to the buildings to be found along High Street
Housing on Thetford Road, Ixworth
The style is a real contrast to the buildings to be found along High Street
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. Seen from Commister Lane.
The Pykkerell, Ixworth
Village coaching inn, traditionally called The Pickerel, the name has been medievalised. Seen from Commister Lane.
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 Carr is located at Grid Ref: TL9271 (Lat: 52.30965, Lng: 0.82607377)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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