Home Wood

Wood, Forest in Suffolk Babergh

England

Home Wood

Church of All Saints, Hitcham <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry">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 All Saints, Hitcham Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Home Wood is a small forest located in Suffolk, England. It is situated in a rural area, surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills. The woodland covers an area of approximately 100 acres, making it a relatively small forest compared to others in the region.

Home Wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, such as oak, beech, and birch. These trees provide a beautiful canopy of foliage during the summer months, offering shade and shelter for various wildlife species. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of leaf litter, creating a rich habitat for insects, small mammals, and birds.

The wood is intersected by a network of well-maintained footpaths, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of the forest. These paths wind through the trees, leading to secluded clearings and viewpoints that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The forest is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species. Nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers frequent the area to observe and photograph the local fauna. Home Wood also supports a rich array of plant life, with numerous species of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses scattered throughout the forest.

The peaceful and serene atmosphere of Home Wood makes it a popular destination for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Whether it be a leisurely stroll, a picnic with family and friends, or simply a moment of tranquility, Home Wood offers a sanctuary for visitors to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the Suffolk countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.130451/0.87749167 or Grid Reference TL9751. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Church of All Saints, Hitcham <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry">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 All Saints, Hitcham
Doorway at Church of All Saints, Hitcham <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry">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>
Doorway at Church of All Saints, Hitcham
Interior of Church of All Saints, Hitcham <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry">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>
Interior of Church of All Saints, Hitcham
Double-hammer beam roof at Church of All Saints, Hitcham <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1285593?section=official-list-entry">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>
Double-hammer beam roof at Church of All Saints, Hitcham
Rood Screen Dado at Church of All Saints, Hitcham <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.suffolkchurches.co.uk/hitcham.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.suffolkchurches.co.uk/hitcham.htm">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>
Rood Screen Dado at Church of All Saints, Hitcham
Closer Look at Rood Screen Dado at Church of All Saints, Hitcham <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.suffolkchurches.co.uk/hitcham.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.suffolkchurches.co.uk/hitcham.htm">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>
Closer Look at Rood Screen Dado at Church of All Saints, Hitcham
The White Horse <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1194824?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1194824?section=official-list-entry">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 White Horse
Brook Cottage, Hitcham <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1037269?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1037269?section=official-list-entry">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>
Brook Cottage, Hitcham
Memorial to Mid-Air Tragedy - 2nd October 1944 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.iwm.org.uk/memorials/item/memorial/86682" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.iwm.org.uk/memorials/item/memorial/86682">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>
Memorial to Mid-Air Tragedy - 2nd October 1944
Tractor Working in a Field
Tractor Working in a Field
Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1037253?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1037253?section=official-list-entry">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 Mary, Kettlebaston
Detail of Roof at Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston The nave roof consists of tie-beams with king posts supported by carved stone corbels.
Detail of Roof at Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston
The nave roof consists of tie-beams with king posts supported by carved stone corbels.
Rood Screen at Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://heritage.suffolk.gov.uk/Monument/MSF2647" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://heritage.suffolk.gov.uk/Monument/MSF2647">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>
Rood Screen at Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston
Wall Painting at Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://heritage.suffolk.gov.uk/Monument/MSF2647" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://heritage.suffolk.gov.uk/Monument/MSF2647">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>
Wall Painting at Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston
Norman Font at Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1037253?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1037253?section=official-list-entry">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>
Norman Font at Church of St Mary, Kettlebaston
Small woodland near Peppertree Farm
Small woodland near Peppertree Farm
Farmland off Hares Road
Farmland off Hares Road
Hares Road Heading south.
Hares Road
Heading south.
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Home Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL9751 (Lat: 52.130451, Lng: 0.87749167)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

What 3 Words

///populate.intelligible.urban. Near Bildeston, Suffolk

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Brown Farm Airstrip
Addr City: Hitcham
Aeroway: airstrip
Lat/Long: 52.1346839/0.8779434
Colour: red
Marker: post
Material: concrete
Utility: gas
Lat/Long: 52.1319533/0.8815839
Colour: red and white
Marker: aerial
Utility: gas
Lat/Long: 52.1319298/0.8815692
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