Lodge Wood

Wood, Forest in Norfolk North Norfolk

England

Lodge Wood

Ford at Hunworth This ford in the centre of Hunworth on the River Glaven is one of 5 fords in the village and is found at Hunworth Common. — Ford at Hunworth Credit: John Walton

Lodge Wood is a nature reserve located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is set in an idyllic rural area, approximately 3 miles southwest of the town of Thetford. Covering an area of around 60 hectares, Lodge Wood is predominantly composed of a diverse mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, which create a picturesque forest landscape.

The woodland is managed by the Forestry Commission and provides a haven for a wide range of flora and fauna. Visitors to Lodge Wood can expect to see a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The forest floor is also home to a plethora of small mammals, such as squirrels, rabbits, and voles.

There are several well-maintained walking trails that wind through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty at their own pace. These trails offer a peaceful and tranquil setting, perfect for individuals looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Additionally, there are picnic areas scattered throughout the wood, providing the perfect opportunity for visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst the stunning surroundings.

Lodge Wood is also known for its historical significance, as it was once part of the larger Thetford Forest, which played a vital role in World War II as a training ground for the British Army. Today, remnants of this military past can still be found within the woodland, including old tank tracks and defensive structures.

Overall, Lodge Wood is a natural gem in Norfolk, offering visitors the chance to immerse themselves in a tranquil forest environment while also providing insight into the area's rich history.

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Lodge Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.861907/1.0682743 or Grid Reference TG0633. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ford at Hunworth

This ford in the centre of Hunworth on the River Glaven is one of 5 fords in the village and is found at Hunworth Common.

John Walton

Ford at Hunworth

This second ford, of five, at Hunworth although marked on the map as a ford is beyond a gate and appears to be on private land. This ford on the River Glaven is found just down the hill from the church

John Walton

Ford near Castle Hill, Hunworth

This is the fourth of the five fords at Hunworth found on the road out of the village to Edgefield. There is a second ford a few hundred yards further down this road.

John Walton

Ford near Castle Hill, Hunworth

This is the second of the two fords on the road out of Hunworth to Edgefield and the fifth of the five in the village.

John Walton

The Green, Hunworth

The eastern section.

Jonathan Thacker

The Green, Hunworth

Western section.

Jonathan Thacker

Fields south of Stody

Oliver Dixon

Hunworth Ford

This ford on the River Glaven was used in the 1970 Joseph Losey film 'The Go-Between'. The scene involved the return of the carriages to nearby Melton Constable Hall after a picnic party. The cricket match scene was also filmed nearby at Thornage. I confirmed the "credentials" of this ford with the family of the house adjacent who remembered the filming. See also Link and a still from the film: Link

John Walton

Fakenham Road (B1354)

Near Manor Farm.

J.Hannan-Briggs

Monkey Puzzle Tree

Commonly known as a Monkey Puzzle tree, it is a slow growing evergreen tree growing up to 40 m tall with a 2 m trunk diameter. It is native to central and southern Chile and western Argentina. It is the hardiest species of the conifer genus Araucaria. The tree usually has male and female cones on separate trees and is a wind pollinated. The seeds are usually dispersed by birds and squirrels. They are edible, similar to large pinenuts. However the tree does not yield seeds until it is around 30 to 40 years old. It is tolerant of temperatures down to -20°C, and coastal salt spray. It was originally found in Chile in the 1780s and is the national tree of Chile.

J.Hannan-Briggs

Mature Monkey Puzzle Tree

J.Hannan-Briggs

Homes in Fakenham Road, Briston

Adrian S Pye

Pack Lane, just wide enough for a car and no passing places

Adrian S Pye

Briston War Memorial

The Memorial which stands in the churchyard bears 25 names of the men lost in WW1. There are also seven names of men lost in WW2. There is also a headstone in the churchyard for George James DAPLYN (Royal Army Ordnance Corps) who died in WW2 but is not named on the memorial.

Adrian S Pye

WW2 aircraft crash memorial at Briston

The memorial is in Briston church and bears three names of the crew of a Wellington which crashed in the village. The names are: Colin George Charles FROST, Edward Horatio NANCARROW and Bernard Montague Jeffrey VINCENT. There is also a plaque near the site of the crash, of which I, as yet have no image.

Adrian S Pye