Whin Plantation

Wood, Forest in Suffolk Mid Suffolk

England

Whin Plantation

Driveway to Crowfield Airfield The airfield was established at Home Farm, Crowfield, in 1990 and has two grass runways.
Driveway to Crowfield Airfield Credit: Simon Mortimer

Whin Plantation, located in Suffolk, is a magnificent woodland area known for its lush greenery and captivating natural beauty. Covering an expansive area, this plantation is home to a diverse range of trees, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.

The plantation predominantly consists of a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a harmonious blend of colors throughout the year. The towering oak, beech, and birch trees provide a dense canopy, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor. Meanwhile, the evergreen pines and spruces add a touch of vibrancy to the landscape, even during the colder months.

Whin Plantation offers a variety of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the enchanting woodland at their own pace. The paths wind through the forest, taking visitors past babbling brooks, serene ponds, and picturesque clearings. The plantation is also home to a diverse array of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and a multitude of bird species, making it a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Whin Plantation is an important site for conservation efforts. The woodland is carefully managed to preserve its ecological balance and protect its native flora and fauna. The plantation also plays a crucial role in maintaining the local ecosystem and providing a habitat for numerous endangered species.

Overall, Whin Plantation is a captivating woodland area that offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. With its diverse range of trees, picturesque trails, and abundant wildlife, this Suffolk gem is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Whin Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.179025/1.126403 or Grid Reference TM1358. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Driveway to Crowfield Airfield The airfield was established at Home Farm, Crowfield, in 1990 and has two grass runways.
Driveway to Crowfield Airfield
The airfield was established at Home Farm, Crowfield, in 1990 and has two grass runways.
Pasture and farm buildings at Whitegate Farm, Creeting St. Mary The farm is home to Suffolk Farmhouse Cheeses, made from the milk of their Jersey and Guernsey herd.
Pasture and farm buildings at Whitegate Farm, Creeting St. Mary
The farm is home to Suffolk Farmhouse Cheeses, made from the milk of their Jersey and Guernsey herd.
Farm track and public footpath towards Home Farm Looking north near Whitegate Cottage.
Farm track and public footpath towards Home Farm
Looking north near Whitegate Cottage.
Track towards Birch Cottage The thatched house used to be a pair of cottages, standing alone and surrounded by the fields of Birch Farm, Coddenham.
Track towards Birch Cottage
The thatched house used to be a pair of cottages, standing alone and surrounded by the fields of Birch Farm, Coddenham.
Wheat field, Green Lane, Creeting St. Mary Looking west towards the barns at Homefield.
Wheat field, Green Lane, Creeting St. Mary
Looking west towards the barns at Homefield.
Ruined farm buildings, Green Lane, Creeting St. Mary The barns are part of a former pig farm on Green Lane that was active in the 1960s and 70s.
Ruined farm buildings, Green Lane, Creeting St. Mary
The barns are part of a former pig farm on Green Lane that was active in the 1960s and 70s.
Access track to Stonham Aspal Sewage Treatment Works
Access track to Stonham Aspal Sewage Treatment Works
The former Ten Bells Public House, Stonham Aspal Viewed from the churchyard opposite.  The building is now a Mexican goods shop.  The former pub was named in honour of the ten bells in the church bell tower, installed in the mid 18th Century.
The former Ten Bells Public House, Stonham Aspal
Viewed from the churchyard opposite. The building is now a Mexican goods shop. The former pub was named in honour of the ten bells in the church bell tower, installed in the mid 18th Century.
Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Stonham Aspal The church is Grade I listed, with parts dating back to the 14th Century.  The waetherboarded belfry was constructed in 1742 to house the expansion from five to ten bells, funded by Theodore Eccleston, the local squire. At some point the church  mistakenly acquired the joint dedication to St. Mary and St. Lambert, the family name of the owners of the manor.
Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Stonham Aspal
The church is Grade I listed, with parts dating back to the 14th Century. The waetherboarded belfry was constructed in 1742 to house the expansion from five to ten bells, funded by Theodore Eccleston, the local squire. At some point the church mistakenly acquired the joint dedication to St. Mary and St. Lambert, the family name of the owners of the manor.
Stonham Aspal Primary School Viewed from the churchyard opposite the school grounds.
Stonham Aspal Primary School
Viewed from the churchyard opposite the school grounds.
The technical area, Stonham Aspal FC ground Looking north from Delsons Meadow, home ground of Stonham Aspal FC, towards houses on The Street.
The technical area, Stonham Aspal FC ground
Looking north from Delsons Meadow, home ground of Stonham Aspal FC, towards houses on The Street.
Goals at Stonham Aspal Football Club Looking north along the line of the public footpath which crosses the pitch.
Goals at Stonham Aspal Football Club
Looking north along the line of the public footpath which crosses the pitch.
Ripening barley near Stonham Aspal Green
Ripening barley near Stonham Aspal Green
Footpath towards Sparrows Hall Looking south along the path as it crosses a field of ripening barley.
Footpath towards Sparrows Hall
Looking south along the path as it crosses a field of ripening barley.
Footpath towards Creeting Bottom
Footpath towards Creeting Bottom
The pavilion at Stonham Aspal Football Club The home ground of Stonham Aspal FC is Delson's Meadow.
The pavilion at Stonham Aspal Football Club
The home ground of Stonham Aspal FC is Delson's Meadow.
View of All Saints Church, Crowfield Looking north-east along the footpath from Crowfield Hall.
View of All Saints Church, Crowfield
Looking north-east along the footpath from Crowfield Hall.
Church of All Saints, Crowfield The church was almost entirely renovated in 1862.  It is noted for its timber-framed chancel, dating back to the 15th Century.  It is a Grade II* Listed Building.
Church of All Saints, Crowfield
The church was almost entirely renovated in 1862. It is noted for its timber-framed chancel, dating back to the 15th Century. It is a Grade II* Listed Building.
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Whin Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TM1358 (Lat: 52.179025, Lng: 1.126403)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Mid Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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