Alder Carr

Wood, Forest in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Alder Carr

On the Deben estuary near Ramsholt A picture taken from a boat sailing upstream towards Waldringfield. Two walkers are on the riverside footpath. All Saints&#039; Church is on the skyline - &quot;Above the Deben estuary. Round, or rather oval, Norman W tower with original archway into the nave. The tower was buttressed later, which gives it an odd outline&quot; (Nikolaus Pevsner). — On the Deben estuary near Ramsholt Credit: John Sutton

Alder Carr, Suffolk, also known as Alder Wood or Alder Forest, is a picturesque natural area located in the county of Suffolk, England. Situated near the village of Needham Market, this woodland is well-known for its beautiful alder trees and diverse wildlife.

Stretching over an area of approximately 100 acres, Alder Carr offers a peaceful and tranquil environment for visitors to explore. The forest is characterized by its dense canopy of alder trees, which provide a stunning display of green foliage throughout the year. The trees thrive in the wetland conditions, as the woodland is situated beside the River Gipping, creating a unique and enchanting ecosystem.

Within the forest, a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails wind through the woodland, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings. These paths provide access to various points of interest, including a tranquil pond and a variety of wildlife habitats.

Alder Carr is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. The woodland provides a habitat for numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and kingfishers. Additionally, the forest is home to a variety of mammals, including deer, foxes, and badgers.

Visitors to Alder Carr can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as nature walks, birdwatching, and picnicking. The woodland also offers educational opportunities for schools and groups interested in learning more about the local ecosystem and conservation efforts.

Overall, Alder Carr, Suffolk is a captivating natural area that showcases the beauty of the English countryside, providing a serene and inviting environment for visitors to enjoy and explore.

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Alder Carr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.023643/1.3343699 or Grid Reference TM2841. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On the Deben estuary near Ramsholt

A picture taken from a boat sailing upstream towards Waldringfield. Two walkers are on the riverside footpath. All Saints' Church is on the skyline - "Above the Deben estuary. Round, or rather oval, Norman W tower with original archway into the nave. The tower was buttressed later, which gives it an odd outline" (Nikolaus Pevsner).

John Sutton

The Ramsholt Arms

A popular pub-restaurant on the Deben estuary, photographed from a boat heading upstream on a sunny August afternoon.

John Sutton

Near Ramsholt Dock

Looking towards the quay and The Ramsholt Arms from the water on a lovely August afternoon. The blue boat, PZ.61 "Maid Marion", is a celebrated Cornish lugger which was one of the little ships of the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940 (though actually diverted to assist at Le Havre). It came to the Deben Estuary after the War. For more about it, try Link

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Passing The Ramsholt Arms

Taken from a boat cruising down the Deben estuary on a sunny August morning.

John Sutton

Ramsholt Dock and a war veteran

Boats, the popular Ramsholt Arms and the isolated church (half a mile away) are the reasons for visiting Ramsholt Dock. PZ.61 "Maid Marion" is a celebrated Cornish lugger which was one of the little ships of the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940 (though actually diverted to assist at Le Havre). It came to the Deben Estuary after the War. For more about it, try Link

John Sutton

Towards Ramsholt Church

The Grade II* listed round-towered All Saints' church is about a quarter of a mile from the riverside, and in TM3042. Two women and a dog (on the right) were taking the riverside footpath as our boat passed.

John Sutton

Ramsholt Arms, Ramsholt

A very popular stop-off for ramblers and boaters. In 1943 a B17 Flying Fortress crash landed in the River Deben just behind the camera. A memorial recording the event and in memory of the eight crew who were killed can be seen here. Link

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B17 aircrew and crash memorial at the Ramsholt Arms

The B-17 43-38568 (Little Davey II) took off from the 493rd Bomb Group’s airfield at Debach at 9.15am heading for Nuremberg. Almost immediately after take-off No 3 engine caught fire. The pilot 1st Lt. Frederick E Stindt feathered the prop and extinguished the fire, but the engine fire quickly re-established and the right wing also began to burn. His best hope was to ditch the plane in shallow water in the River Deben. He managed to follow the River Deben searching for somewhere suitable which turned out to be a point almost opposite the quay at Ramsholt or so he thought. Unfortunately the waters were deeper than he imagined and the plane immediately sank in eighteen feet of water. Only the pilot and Technical Sergeant Jewel K. Haynes the top turret gunner survived. The Ramsholt Arms. Link

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Ramsholt Dock, River Deben

Boats at anchor and a spare, well aweigh of the riverbed. The dock was very different on 20th February 1945. Link

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Ramsholt: churchyard trees

Little is left of the remote village once served by this church.

John Sutton

Ramsholt: All Saints and a view to the Deben

"The buttressed septaria tower is round, not elliptical: illusion of ellipse created by ancient buttresses that run up to the top" (Norman Scarfe, Shell Guide).

John Sutton

Ramsholt: All Saints from the east

"The buttressed septaria tower is round, not elliptical: illusion of ellipse created by ancient buttresses that run up to the top" (Norman Scarfe, Shell Guide).

John Sutton

Ramsholt Dock on Boxing Day

A grey morning by the River Deben.

John Sutton

Ramsholt: the Harbourmaster's Office

The unconventional Harbourmaster's Office at this quay on the River Deben is moored at the high-water mark. The quay was deserted on the uninviting grey morning of Boxing Day.

John Sutton

Approaching The Ramsholt Arms

This popular but remote pub-restaurant by the River Deben was due to open for drinks only at midday on a grey Boxing Day. (Until 2013 the building was Suffolk pink.)

John Sutton