Churchfield Belt

Wood, Forest in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Churchfield Belt

Cartshed, past the best
Cartshed, past the best Credit: Adrian S Pye

Churchfield Belt is a picturesque woodland located in Suffolk, England. Spanning over a vast area, this forested area is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquility. The forest is situated in the village of Churchfield Belt, which is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, adding to its idyllic charm.

The woodland itself is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a dense canopy, allowing minimal sunlight to reach the forest floor and creating a cool and shaded environment. The forest floor is covered in a rich carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, providing a diverse habitat for a variety of plant and animal species.

Churchfield Belt is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to an array of creatures. Many bird species can be spotted here, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The forest is also home to small mammals such as squirrels, foxes, and badgers. Additionally, the nearby river provides a habitat for fish, amphibians, and insects.

Visitors to Churchfield Belt can enjoy a range of activities within the forest. There are several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland and admire its natural beauty. The forest also offers opportunities for bird watching, photography, and picnicking. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and families seeking a peaceful and serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

In summary, Churchfield Belt in Suffolk, England is a captivating woodland that offers a diverse range of flora and fauna. With its scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and a delightful escape into the natural world.

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Churchfield Belt Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.148981/1.4115899 or Grid Reference TM3355. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cartshed, past the best
Cartshed, past the best
Road junction to Campsea Ashe on Ash Road
Road junction to Campsea Ashe on Ash Road
Grazing near Ashe Abbey
Grazing near Ashe Abbey
Field Cottage Set in farmland near Jolly's Farm.
Field Cottage
Set in farmland near Jolly's Farm.
Farmland towards Allonsfield
Farmland towards Allonsfield
Field, Campsea Ashe Looking towards the church.
Field, Campsea Ashe
Looking towards the church.
The Blaxhall Stone A nearby information sign <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4297025">TM3556 : Information Sign</a> reads "Said to have been ploughed up in the 19th century when no bigger than two fists, thrown down by the ploughman where it now stands, it has been growing ever since". According to <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.megalithia.com/sites/tm351565.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.megalithia.com/sites/tm351565.html">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> this glacial erratic weighs five tons and comes from a parent mass in Spilsby, Lincolnshire.
The Blaxhall Stone
A nearby information sign TM3556 : Information Sign reads "Said to have been ploughed up in the 19th century when no bigger than two fists, thrown down by the ploughman where it now stands, it has been growing ever since". According to LinkExternal link this glacial erratic weighs five tons and comes from a parent mass in Spilsby, Lincolnshire.
Blackstock Barn, Stone Farm, Blaxhall
Blackstock Barn, Stone Farm, Blaxhall
Interior of St John the Baptist's Church The 14th-century nave and chancel were rebuilt in 1792 and further restored in 1869.  The chancel arch and ceiling date from the 19th-century restoration.  The communion table of 1936 was designed by the noted Suffolk ecclesiologist Henry Munro Cautley.  The east window showing Christ in majesty <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2012442">TM3255 : Campsea Ashe, St John the Baptist: stained glass window (3)</a> is the work of Powell & Sons in 1912 as a memorial to William and Alice Lowther.  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.suffolkchurches.co.uk/campsea.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.suffolkchurches.co.uk/campsea.html">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>
Interior of St John the Baptist's Church
The 14th-century nave and chancel were rebuilt in 1792 and further restored in 1869. The chancel arch and ceiling date from the 19th-century restoration. The communion table of 1936 was designed by the noted Suffolk ecclesiologist Henry Munro Cautley. The east window showing Christ in majesty TM3255 : Campsea Ashe, St John the Baptist: stained glass window (3) is the work of Powell & Sons in 1912 as a memorial to William and Alice Lowther. LinkExternal link
Faith and Hope - two theological virtues Pre-Raphaelite stained glass of 1882 in St John the Baptist's Church, designed by Sir Henry Holiday for Powell Brothers as a memorial to John George Sheppard.  Faith is represented by the Cross, and Hope by an anchor.  In the vine-leaf panels above, doves symbolising the Holy Spirit are seen ascending at the left and descending on the right.  For a general view of the window see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2012477">TM3255 : Campsea Ashe, St John the Baptist: stained glass window (5)</a>.
Faith and Hope - two theological virtues
Pre-Raphaelite stained glass of 1882 in St John the Baptist's Church, designed by Sir Henry Holiday for Powell Brothers as a memorial to John George Sheppard. Faith is represented by the Cross, and Hope by an anchor. In the vine-leaf panels above, doves symbolising the Holy Spirit are seen ascending at the left and descending on the right. For a general view of the window see TM3255 : Campsea Ashe, St John the Baptist: stained glass window (5).
Pelican in her Piety Stained glass of 1880 in St John the Baptist's Church; detail of a memorial window to Egidia, 5th Baroness Rendlesham.  The companion left-hand panel shows the Agnus Dei.  For the whole window see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2012430">TM3255 : Campsea Ashe, St John the Baptist: stained glass window (1)</a>.
Pelican in her Piety
Stained glass of 1880 in St John the Baptist's Church; detail of a memorial window to Egidia, 5th Baroness Rendlesham. The companion left-hand panel shows the Agnus Dei. For the whole window see TM3255 : Campsea Ashe, St John the Baptist: stained glass window (1).
Footpath Footpath looking east near to Campsea Ashe, Suffolk.
Footpath
Footpath looking east near to Campsea Ashe, Suffolk.
Garden Square Looking along Garden Square Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Garden Square
Looking along Garden Square Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Cut Mark Campsey Ashe Church Cut Mark Campsey Ashe St John the Baptist Church SE angle, SE face.
Cut Mark Campsey Ashe Church
Cut Mark Campsey Ashe St John the Baptist Church SE angle, SE face.
Campsea Ashe War Memorial Campsea Ashe War Memorial for the Great War bears 17 names. Their details and those from WW2 can be seen here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://media.geograph.org.uk/files/fe9fc289c3ff0af142b6d3bead98a923/CAMPSEA_ASHE_War_Memorial.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://media.geograph.org.uk/files/fe9fc289c3ff0af142b6d3bead98a923/CAMPSEA_ASHE_War_Memorial.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>
Campsea Ashe War Memorial
Campsea Ashe War Memorial for the Great War bears 17 names. Their details and those from WW2 can be seen here: LinkExternal link
Campsea Ashe War Memorial The Campsea Ashe War Memorial for WW2 has six names but an additional name was appended on a small tablet for William Newman who died of wounds in 1951.
Details of the village's First and Second World War losses can be seen here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://media.geograph.org.uk/files/fe9fc289c3ff0af142b6d3bead98a923/CAMPSEA_ASHE_War_Memorial.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://media.geograph.org.uk/files/fe9fc289c3ff0af142b6d3bead98a923/CAMPSEA_ASHE_War_Memorial.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>
Campsea Ashe War Memorial
The Campsea Ashe War Memorial for WW2 has six names but an additional name was appended on a small tablet for William Newman who died of wounds in 1951. Details of the village's First and Second World War losses can be seen here: LinkExternal link
View north towards Little Glemham, from the railway On the left, Bugs Barn Farm, and on the right Hoo Covert.
View north towards Little Glemham, from the railway
On the left, Bugs Barn Farm, and on the right Hoo Covert.
Valley of the River Ore, downstream of Marlesford, from the railway
Valley of the River Ore, downstream of Marlesford, from the railway
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Churchfield Belt is located at Grid Ref: TM3355 (Lat: 52.148981, Lng: 1.4115899)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: East Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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