Pokey Hole

Wood, Forest in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Pokey Hole

Cartshed, past the best Credit: Adrian S Pye

Pokey Hole is a charming woodland located in Suffolk, England. Nestled within the rolling countryside, this forested area offers a serene and picturesque environment for visitors to explore. Covering an expansive area, Pokey Hole is renowned for its dense and lush vegetation, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland boasts an impressive variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a beautiful canopy overhead. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, adding bursts of vibrant colors to the landscape throughout the seasons.

Pokey Hole is home to an abundant wildlife population, with sightings of deer, foxes, and rabbits being common occurrences. Birdwatchers will also delight in the diverse avian species that inhabit the area, such as woodpeckers, robins, and owls.

Visitors can explore the forest via a network of well-maintained trails and footpaths, some of which lead to hidden gems within Pokey Hole, such as serene ponds and babbling brooks. These natural features provide ample opportunities for peaceful picnics or moments of solitude amidst the tranquil surroundings.

Pokey Hole is a popular destination for outdoor activities, attracting both locals and tourists. It offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a vigorous hike, or a peaceful retreat, Pokey Hole offers something for everyone seeking solace in the idyllic Suffolk countryside.

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Pokey Hole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.155968/1.4138209 or Grid Reference TM3356. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cartshed, past the best

Adrian S Pye

Field Cottage

Set in farmland near Jolly's Farm.

JThomas

Farmland towards Allonsfield

JThomas

Field, Campsea Ashe

Looking towards the church.

JThomas

Farmland near Blaxhall Hall

JThomas

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 Link

this glacial erratic weighs five tons and comes from a parent mass in Spilsby, Lincolnshire.

Chris Holifield

Blackstock Barn, Stone Farm, Blaxhall

Chris Holifield

View across the fields to Blaxhall Hall

Chris Holifield

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. Link

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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).

Tiger

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).

Tiger

Footpath

Footpath looking east near to Campsea Ashe, Suffolk.

Keith Evans

Cut Mark Campsey Ashe Church

Cut Mark Campsey Ashe St John the Baptist Church SE angle, SE face.

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Marlesford Mill

David Howard

The old railway station at Marlesford

Thanks to Adrian Pye for identifying the building. Link

David Howard

Keepers Lane at the junction of the A12

The house was sold towards the end of 2016 with the fence added since.

David Howard

Old van outside Marlesford Mill

I am guessing the van is from about the 1930s, meaning by law the number plate must be no more recent than that. This one is about 1989 for no known reason.

David Howard