Alder Carr

Wood, Forest in Norfolk North Norfolk

England

Alder Carr

Winter wheat, lake and Hanworth church in the background
Winter wheat, lake and Hanworth church in the background Credit: Adrian S Pye

Alder Carr, Norfolk is a picturesque woodland area located in the eastern part of England. Spanning over a vast expanse of land, this enchanting forest is renowned for its dense growth of alder trees, which lend their name to the area. The forest is a verdant haven, teeming with diverse flora and fauna, offering a tranquil escape from the bustle of urban life.

The Alder Carr forest boasts a rich ecosystem, with a wide array of plant species thriving in its fertile soil. The alder trees, with their distinctive broad leaves and slender trunks, dominate the landscape, providing shade and habitat for a myriad of creatures. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of lush ferns, wildflowers, and mosses, adding to the area's natural beauty.

Nature enthusiasts flock to Alder Carr to witness the diverse wildlife that calls this forest home. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of avian species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers, while small mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and voles scurry amidst the undergrowth. The forest is also home to several species of deer, adding to the sense of wilderness and enchantment.

Visitors to Alder Carr can explore the forest through a network of well-maintained walking trails, which wind their way through the dense foliage and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The area is also home to a number of nature reserves and conservation projects, aimed at preserving the unique biodiversity of the forest.

Alder Carr, Norfolk is a testament to the beauty and importance of woodlands, providing a sanctuary for both nature and those seeking solace in its serene surroundings.

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Alder Carr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.868642/1.2950318 or Grid Reference TG2135. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Winter wheat, lake and Hanworth church in the background
Winter wheat, lake and Hanworth church in the background
Ruined building amongst the trees Not far from Hanworth Hall, the building was probably a gamekeeper's cottage.
Ruined building amongst the trees
Not far from Hanworth Hall, the building was probably a gamekeeper's cottage.
Hanworth cross at the junction A140 junction These crosses predate the building of churches. In the 6th and 7th centuries, wooden crosses marked the spots where priests or monks preached to the local community. These were later replaced with stone crosses such as this one but became redundant to a great extent when the churches were built and were eventually phased out altogether. Many villages still have the remains of the old preaching crosses even if it's only a stump.
Hanworth cross at the junction A140 junction
These crosses predate the building of churches. In the 6th and 7th centuries, wooden crosses marked the spots where priests or monks preached to the local community. These were later replaced with stone crosses such as this one but became redundant to a great extent when the churches were built and were eventually phased out altogether. Many villages still have the remains of the old preaching crosses even if it's only a stump.
Unusual flint house on the A140 at Alby
Unusual flint house on the A140 at Alby
Once a road, now a cycleway and footpath When the A140 bypass was built this road became redundant and has been turned into a cycleway and footpath. The old road markings can still be seen.
Once a road, now a cycleway and footpath
When the A140 bypass was built this road became redundant and has been turned into a cycleway and footpath. The old road markings can still be seen.
Muddy track in Hanworth The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521">Link</a> to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Muddy track in Hanworth
The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > Link to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Track past St Bartholomew's church, Hanworth The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521">Link</a> to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Track past St Bartholomew's church, Hanworth
The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > Link to Manor Farm, further to the south.
View across field towards Hanworth Hall
View across field towards Hanworth Hall
Track through woodland north of Manor Farm, Hanworth The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521">Link</a> to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Track through woodland north of Manor Farm, Hanworth
The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > Link to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Fields north of Manor Farm, Hanworth
Fields north of Manor Farm, Hanworth
Woodland north of Manor Farm, Hanworth
Woodland north of Manor Farm, Hanworth
Track to St Bartholomew's church, Hanworth The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521">Link</a> to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Track to St Bartholomew's church, Hanworth
The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > Link to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Cultivated field north of Manor Farm, Hanworth
Cultivated field north of Manor Farm, Hanworth
Track from Manor Farm to St Bartholomew's church, Hanworth The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521">Link</a> to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Track from Manor Farm to St Bartholomew's church, Hanworth
The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > Link to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Approaching Manor Farm, Hanworth The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521">Link</a> to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Approaching Manor Farm, Hanworth
The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > Link to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Shed at Manor Farm, Hanworth
Shed at Manor Farm, Hanworth
Big shed at Manor Farm, Hanworth
Big shed at Manor Farm, Hanworth
Transformer by Manor Farm, Hanworth The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1545521">Link</a> to Manor Farm, further to the south.
Transformer by Manor Farm, Hanworth
The track serves as a public footpath, leading from St Bartholomew's church > Link to Manor Farm, further to the south.
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Alder Carr is located at Grid Ref: TG2135 (Lat: 52.868642, Lng: 1.2950318)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: North Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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