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Blake's Grove

Wood, Forest in Norfolk South Norfolk

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Blake's Grove

Starston: Skinners Lane
Starston: Skinners Lane Credit: Michael Garlick

Blake's Grove is a picturesque woodland located in Norfolk, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, the grove is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. It is situated within the larger Norfolk Broads National Park, adding to its significance as a protected natural area.

The grove is characterized by a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, birch, and pine. This variety creates a rich tapestry of colors throughout the year, with vibrant greens in spring and summer, and warm hues of red, orange, and gold in autumn. Walking through the grove, visitors can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and observe a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, rabbits, and numerous species of birds.

Blake's Grove offers several well-maintained walking trails, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore the woodland at their own pace. These trails wind through ancient trees, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. The grove is also home to a small pond, providing a peaceful spot for picnics or birdwatching.

Managed by the Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Blake's Grove is dedicated to preserving and protecting its unique environment. The trust organizes educational programs and events to raise awareness about the importance of conservation. Additionally, the grove serves as a valuable research site for scientists and ecologists interested in studying woodland ecosystems.

Overall, Blake's Grove is a hidden gem in Norfolk, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature. Its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and commitment to conservation make it a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.423337/1.2993457 or Grid Reference TM2485. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Starston: Skinners Lane
Starston: Skinners Lane
Starston: Skinners Lane
Starston: Skinners Lane
Starston: Skinners Lane
Starston: Skinners Lane
Starston: Mull's Loke
Starston: Mull's Loke
The embankment still remains in the garden This piece of the railway embankment is still extant and is indicative of the precise location of the railway bridge (No. 1181) which carried the line over Redenhall Road 670 yards (614 Metres) distant from the short lived Redenhall Station. see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7349611">TM2684 : The site of the former Redenhall railway station</a>
The embankment still remains in the garden
This piece of the railway embankment is still extant and is indicative of the precise location of the railway bridge (No. 1181) which carried the line over Redenhall Road 670 yards (614 Metres) distant from the short lived Redenhall Station. see TM2684 : The site of the former Redenhall railway station
Location of the Redenhall Road girder bridge The bridge carried the WVR line diagonally over the Redenhall Road on an embankment which is still extant in the garden of Bridge House. The bridge which was designated No. 1181 was just over 7 miles distant from Tivetshall and only 670 yards distant from the short-lived Redenhall station which stood at the bottom of Church Lane. The bridge crossed the road between the green Telecom box and the second lamp-post. The embankment of the left side of the road was removed when the bridge was dismantled.
Location of the Redenhall Road girder bridge
The bridge carried the WVR line diagonally over the Redenhall Road on an embankment which is still extant in the garden of Bridge House. The bridge which was designated No. 1181 was just over 7 miles distant from Tivetshall and only 670 yards distant from the short-lived Redenhall station which stood at the bottom of Church Lane. The bridge crossed the road between the green Telecom box and the second lamp-post. The embankment of the left side of the road was removed when the bridge was dismantled.
The name-plate on Bridge House, Redenhall The railway embankment in the garden of Bridge House is still extant. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7349991">TM2584 : The embankment still remains in the garden</a> I am very grateful to the owner for his assistance in allowing me access and for additional information regarding the railway line.
The name-plate on Bridge House, Redenhall
The railway embankment in the garden of Bridge House is still extant. TM2584 : The embankment still remains in the garden I am very grateful to the owner for his assistance in allowing me access and for additional information regarding the railway line.
A bridge and underpass beneath Old Railway Road The bridge spans a drainage channel and was designated bridge #1182. The occupational underpass was bridge #1183 is only a few yards to the right hidden in the trees. The road was built on the original railway embankment but was diverted from the original trajectory left of this point to meet the original height of the road at the roundabout on the left of the picture. The railway continued on the embankment towards the girder bridge #1181 over Redenhall Road, whereas the road diverts either side of the track.
A bridge and underpass beneath Old Railway Road
The bridge spans a drainage channel and was designated bridge #1182. The occupational underpass was bridge #1183 is only a few yards to the right hidden in the trees. The road was built on the original railway embankment but was diverted from the original trajectory left of this point to meet the original height of the road at the roundabout on the left of the picture. The railway continued on the embankment towards the girder bridge #1181 over Redenhall Road, whereas the road diverts either side of the track.
The site of the former Redenhall railway bridge The line was on an embankment both sides of the road and passed over Redenhall Road on a girder bridge which stood where at the location of the green BT cabinet and the keep left bollard. The embankment can still be seen in the garden of Bridge House.
The site of the former Redenhall railway bridge
The line was on an embankment both sides of the road and passed over Redenhall Road on a girder bridge which stood where at the location of the green BT cabinet and the keep left bollard. The embankment can still be seen in the garden of Bridge House.
Harleston Station, on the former Waveney Valley Railway Harleston Station was the largest station on the line, if Tivetshall and Beccles are discounted. It was 6¼ miles down line from Tivetshall and about 14 miles from Beccles. Everything except the station building has been demolished, cleared or built over. The owners of the building are a company called Zero Retain so it isn't surprising. The station was approached from an embankment and a girder bridge, diagonally spanning Redenhall Road The Tivetshall to Harleston was the first stage to be completed and trains began running on 1st December 1855, with stations at Pulham Market Pulham St Mary and Starston. Work was already underway to extend the line to Bungay and finally to Beccles. The station was well equipped with a 70 Yard long platform, Goods shed with various sidings with a total length of 3500 feet serving a coal yard, maltings, cattle pens, the corn mill and five private sidings. The station signal box which stood at the eastern end of the Up platform. After a Down platform was installed a covered passenger footbridge, the only one on the line was also added.
Harleston Station, on the former Waveney Valley Railway
Harleston Station was the largest station on the line, if Tivetshall and Beccles are discounted. It was 6¼ miles down line from Tivetshall and about 14 miles from Beccles. Everything except the station building has been demolished, cleared or built over. The owners of the building are a company called Zero Retain so it isn't surprising. The station was approached from an embankment and a girder bridge, diagonally spanning Redenhall Road The Tivetshall to Harleston was the first stage to be completed and trains began running on 1st December 1855, with stations at Pulham Market Pulham St Mary and Starston. Work was already underway to extend the line to Bungay and finally to Beccles. The station was well equipped with a 70 Yard long platform, Goods shed with various sidings with a total length of 3500 feet serving a coal yard, maltings, cattle pens, the corn mill and five private sidings. The station signal box which stood at the eastern end of the Up platform. After a Down platform was installed a covered passenger footbridge, the only one on the line was also added.
Harleston Railway Station from the west Standing where the level crossing was once located west of the station. More about the station here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7353067">TM2483 : Harleston Station, on the former Waveney Valley Railway</a> The goods yard was north of the station. The different colour brickwork is an extension built on the platform.
Harleston Railway Station from the west
Standing where the level crossing was once located west of the station. More about the station here TM2483 : Harleston Station, on the former Waveney Valley Railway The goods yard was north of the station. The different colour brickwork is an extension built on the platform.
The site of the former level crossing #34 The station on the right with the malthouse and the corn mill on the left of the picture, where houses on what is now Millers Green have been built. West of the crossing was a siding of over 300 yards which ran as far as the bridge number TIB 1177, on the B1134 (The Street).
The site of the former level crossing #34
The station on the right with the malthouse and the corn mill on the left of the picture, where houses on what is now Millers Green have been built. West of the crossing was a siding of over 300 yards which ran as far as the bridge number TIB 1177, on the B1134 (The Street).
Part of the former Harleston goods yard The line of cars are standing on where the old track-bed of the Up and Down railway tracks. The signal box was on the back of the platform behind the station building. The Goods Shed, which had a line running through the building, stood beyond the wooden shed on the left. A covered passenger footbridge used to span the two platforms close to the centre of the picture with the coal yards a little to the left of centre. Behind the camera were the malthouse and corn mill with a short siding for a few wagons.
Part of the former Harleston goods yard
The line of cars are standing on where the old track-bed of the Up and Down railway tracks. The signal box was on the back of the platform behind the station building. The Goods Shed, which had a line running through the building, stood beyond the wooden shed on the left. A covered passenger footbridge used to span the two platforms close to the centre of the picture with the coal yards a little to the left of centre. Behind the camera were the malthouse and corn mill with a short siding for a few wagons.
Former railway bridge (TIB 1177) The bridge is a single arch constructed with engineering bricks, capped with coping stone on the parapets.
Former railway bridge (TIB 1177)
The bridge is a single arch constructed with engineering bricks, capped with coping stone on the parapets.
View from the former railway bridge The bridge, Tivetshall- Beccles #1177, is on the B 1134 road to Starston. Houses have been built over the former Waveney Valley Railway line on the Harleston side while the Starston side of the track has been returned to agriculture.
View from the former railway bridge
The bridge, Tivetshall- Beccles #1177, is on the B 1134 road to Starston. Houses have been built over the former Waveney Valley Railway line on the Harleston side while the Starston side of the track has been returned to agriculture.
Overlooking the former railway bridge The field shows no sign of the former railway track which crossed it heading towards the trees in the centre of the picture.
Overlooking the former railway bridge
The field shows no sign of the former railway track which crossed it heading towards the trees in the centre of the picture.
Site of the former Redenhall Road girder bridge at Harleston The bridge, just a few yards from Harleston Station, (designated No.1179) was a girder bridge on brick abutments, crossed the road diagonally where a house has since been erected on one side of the road and two bungalows on the other.
Site of the former Redenhall Road girder bridge at Harleston
The bridge, just a few yards from Harleston Station, (designated No.1179) was a girder bridge on brick abutments, crossed the road diagonally where a house has since been erected on one side of the road and two bungalows on the other.
Former WVR railway track ran across this field The line would have left the embankment after the last bridge and entered a short cutting before returning to ground level across the field before once again going on to an embankment before crossing the next bridge and entering Harleston Station.
Former WVR railway track ran across this field
The line would have left the embankment after the last bridge and entered a short cutting before returning to ground level across the field before once again going on to an embankment before crossing the next bridge and entering Harleston Station.
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Blake's Grove is located at Grid Ref: TM2485 (Lat: 52.423337, Lng: 1.2993457)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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