Tom's Wood

Wood, Forest in Suffolk Babergh

England

Tom's Wood

Hadleigh Railway Walk Hadleigh Railway Walk looking north west near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.The old track bed of the Eastern Union Railway see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.hadleigh.org.uk/content/Hadleigh's%20railway.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.hadleigh.org.uk/content/Hadleigh's%20railway.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>
Hadleigh Railway Walk Credit: Keith Evans

Tom's Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Suffolk, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and wildlife observers. The wood is situated near the village of Suffolk, providing a serene and peaceful escape from the bustling nearby towns.

The forest is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, birch, and beech, which create a dense and beautiful canopy. The various tree species provide a rich and diverse habitat for countless flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife. Visitors are likely to encounter a wide range of bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, along with small mammals like squirrels, rabbits, and deer.

Several well-maintained walking trails wind through Tom's Wood, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their leisure. These trails offer stunning views of the forest, with glimpses of sunlight filtering through the dense foliage. Along the way, visitors may stumble upon hidden streams or small ponds, adding to the charm and tranquility of the woodland.

The wood is a haven for outdoor activities, with designated picnic areas and ample space for children to play. It also serves as an educational resource, with informative signposts highlighting the importance of conservation and the various flora and fauna found within the forest.

Overall, Tom's Wood in Suffolk is a captivating and enchanting forest, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature's beauty and tranquility.

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Tom's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.032177/0.99836612 or Grid Reference TM0541. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hadleigh Railway Walk Hadleigh Railway Walk looking north west near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.The old track bed of the Eastern Union Railway see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.hadleigh.org.uk/content/Hadleigh's%20railway.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.hadleigh.org.uk/content/Hadleigh's%20railway.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>
Hadleigh Railway Walk
Hadleigh Railway Walk looking north west near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.The old track bed of the Eastern Union Railway see LinkExternal link
Hunters Bridge Hunter footpath bridge crossing the former railway <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.hadleigh.org.uk/content/Hadleigh's%20railway.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.hadleigh.org.uk/content/Hadleigh's%20railway.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> now Hadleigh Railway Walk near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Hunters Bridge
Hunter footpath bridge crossing the former railway LinkExternal link now Hadleigh Railway Walk near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Footbridge And Stile Footbridge and stile near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Footbridge And Stile
Footbridge and stile near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Open Meadow Open meadow near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Open Meadow
Open meadow near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Meadow Meadow land with horses near to Upper Layham, suffolk.
Meadow
Meadow land with horses near to Upper Layham, suffolk.
Through The Pylon Footpath going through the base of a pylon near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Through The Pylon
Footpath going through the base of a pylon near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Footpath Footpath near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Footpath
Footpath near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Country Road Country road looking west near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Country Road
Country road looking west near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Country Road And Bridleway Country and bridleway leading to the A1071 near Wolves Wood near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Country Road And Bridleway
Country and bridleway leading to the A1071 near Wolves Wood near to Upper Layham, Suffolk.
Country Lane Country lane near to Hadleigh, Suffolk.
Country Lane
Country lane near to Hadleigh, Suffolk.
Valley Farm Entrance to Valley Farm near to Hadleigh, Suffolk.
Valley Farm
Entrance to Valley Farm near to Hadleigh, Suffolk.
Footpath Junction Footpath junction just north of Valley Farm near to Hadleigh, Suffolk.
Footpath Junction
Footpath junction just north of Valley Farm near to Hadleigh, Suffolk.
Ramsey Wood Footpath through Ramsey Wood near to Hintlesham, Suffolk.
Ramsey Wood
Footpath through Ramsey Wood near to Hintlesham, Suffolk.
Footpath Footpath near to Hintlesham, Suffolk.
Footpath
Footpath near to Hintlesham, Suffolk.
Footpath Footpath looking north near to Chattisham, Suffolk.
Footpath
Footpath looking north near to Chattisham, Suffolk.
Gate And Shed Gate and shed near to Chattisham, Suffolk.
Gate And Shed
Gate and shed near to Chattisham, Suffolk.
Half Ploughed Field half ploughed near to Chattisham, Suffolk.
Half Ploughed
Field half ploughed near to Chattisham, Suffolk.
Footpath Signpost Footpath signpost near to Chattisham, Suffolk.
Footpath Signpost
Footpath signpost near to Chattisham, Suffolk.
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Tom's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TM0541 (Lat: 52.032177, Lng: 0.99836612)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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