Caistor Wood

Wood, Forest in Norfolk South Norfolk

England

Caistor Wood

The B1332 passing the Gulf Garage, Poringland
The B1332 passing the Gulf Garage, Poringland Credit: Roy Hughes

Caistor Wood is a small woodland area located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated near the village of Caistor St. Edmund, the wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers alike.

Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, Caistor Wood is mainly composed of deciduous trees, such as oak, ash, and birch, creating a diverse and vibrant environment. The woodland floor is covered in a thick carpet of ferns, bluebells, and other wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty.

The wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls. Mammals such as deer, foxes, and squirrels can also be spotted here, making it an ideal location for wildlife observation and photography.

Caistor Wood provides a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, making it a perfect place for a leisurely stroll or a family picnic. Several well-maintained footpaths traverse the woodland, allowing visitors to explore its various areas and discover its hidden gems.

Additionally, the wood is of historical significance as it is believed to have been part of the ancient Venta Icenorum, a Roman town that was once an important administrative and cultural center in the region. Ruins and remains from this period can still be found within the woodland, adding an extra layer of interest for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Caistor Wood is a charming and picturesque woodland area that offers a wonderful escape into nature, combining natural beauty with historical significance.

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Caistor Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.585501/1.3225963 or Grid Reference TG2503. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The B1332 passing the Gulf Garage, Poringland
The B1332 passing the Gulf Garage, Poringland
The B1332 with information sign
The B1332 with information sign
Tree stump beside a woodland path
Tree stump beside a woodland path
Sweet Chestnut On a very pretty woodland path inside the perimeter of Broadlands Sun Club.
Sweet Chestnut
On a very pretty woodland path inside the perimeter of Broadlands Sun Club.
Village sign for Framingham Earl Beside the B1332 Narwich Road
Village sign for Framingham Earl
Beside the B1332 Narwich Road
It is an ex-bus stop On the B1332, Bungay Road.
It is an ex-bus stop
On the B1332, Bungay Road.
The A47 Looking south west from Stoke Road.
The A47
Looking south west from Stoke Road.
The A47 Looking north east from Stoke Road.
The A47
Looking north east from Stoke Road.
Bracken undergrowth In a lovely mixed woodland of mainly sweet chestnut with some beech and oak and coppiced hazel. This surrounds a small caravan site.
Bracken undergrowth
In a lovely mixed woodland of mainly sweet chestnut with some beech and oak and coppiced hazel. This surrounds a small caravan site.
A small tributary of the River Tas Meanders across a field.
A small tributary of the River Tas
Meanders across a field.
Road junction at Caistor St Edmund With a rather dull village sign see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6797396">TG2303 : Caistor St Edmund village sign</a>
Road junction at Caistor St Edmund
With a rather dull village sign see TG2303 : Caistor St Edmund village sign
Horse in a field by Broken Back Plantation
Horse in a field by Broken Back Plantation
Former wildflower field It appears that with the loss of EU funding the field has reverted to a grass monoculture.  The farm still maintains the concessionary walks and as of posting their website is still live <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.highashfarm.com/_files/ugd/fff082_d6472f8475a545759d5d20b6c1ecc567.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.highashfarm.com/_files/ugd/fff082_d6472f8475a545759d5d20b6c1ecc567.pdf">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>
Former wildflower field
It appears that with the loss of EU funding the field has reverted to a grass monoculture. The farm still maintains the concessionary walks and as of posting their website is still live LinkExternal link
Field at Valley Farm With a view over to some houses on Caistor Lane.
Field at Valley Farm
With a view over to some houses on Caistor Lane.
Bus stop shelter and K6 phone box At Upper Stoke crossroads.  The Telephone box is not listed and now houses a defibrillator.
Bus stop shelter and K6 phone box
At Upper Stoke crossroads. The Telephone box is not listed and now houses a defibrillator.
The Railway Tavern Nothing on the current maps give any indication of any former railway in the vicinity.
The Railway Tavern
Nothing on the current maps give any indication of any former railway in the vicinity.
Chandler Road Looking more like a lane.
Chandler Road
Looking more like a lane.
Concessionary path next to Wash Lane Part of a network of paths around High Ash Farm <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.highashfarm.com/_files/ugd/fff082_d6472f8475a545759d5d20b6c1ecc567.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.highashfarm.com/_files/ugd/fff082_d6472f8475a545759d5d20b6c1ecc567.pdf">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>.
Concessionary path next to Wash Lane
Part of a network of paths around High Ash Farm LinkExternal link.
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Caistor Wood is located at Grid Ref: TG2503 (Lat: 52.585501, Lng: 1.3225963)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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