Cottage Wood

Wood, Forest in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Cottage Wood

Farmland towards Allonsfield
Farmland towards Allonsfield Credit: JThomas

Cottage Wood, located in Suffolk, England, is a picturesque forest encompassing an area of approximately 100 acres. The wood is nestled in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills. It is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The wood is predominantly composed of native deciduous trees, such as oak, ash, and beech, which provide a rich and diverse habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with wildflowers, including bluebells and primroses, which create a vibrant and colorful landscape during the spring months.

Cottage Wood is known for its tranquil atmosphere and peaceful surroundings. It offers numerous walking trails and pathways that meander through the trees, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore and discover the natural beauty of the area. There are also designated picnic areas where visitors can relax and enjoy a packed lunch amidst the serenity of the forest.

The wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, squirrels, and a myriad of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds throughout the year. Additionally, the wood is home to several rare and protected species, making it an important conservation area.

Overall, Cottage Wood in Suffolk is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its diverse ecosystem and scenic beauty make it an ideal destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the wonders of the natural world.

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Cottage Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.138986/1.4194061 or Grid Reference TM3454. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland towards Allonsfield
Farmland towards Allonsfield
Field, Campsea Ashe Looking towards the church.
Field, Campsea Ashe
Looking towards the church.
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).
Part of the former USAF Bentwaters Looking through an old gate of USAF Bentwaters near to Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Part of the former USAF Bentwaters
Looking through an old gate of USAF Bentwaters near to Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Footpath Footpath looking east near to Campsea Ashe, Suffolk.
Footpath
Footpath looking east near to Campsea Ashe, Suffolk.
Walnut Tree Avenue Walnut Tree Avenue Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Walnut Tree Avenue
Walnut Tree Avenue Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Garden Square Looking along Garden Square Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Garden Square
Looking along Garden Square Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Cut Mark Rendlesham RAF Bentwaters Control Tower Cut Mark Rendlesham RAF Bentwaters Control Tower, W angle (building 61.)
Cut Mark Rendlesham RAF Bentwaters Control Tower
Cut Mark Rendlesham RAF Bentwaters Control Tower, W angle (building 61.)
B1078 Ash Road, Tunstall At the entrance to Tunstall Village Hall
B1078 Ash Road, Tunstall
At the entrance to Tunstall Village Hall
B1078 Ash Road, Tunstall Looking towards the entrance to Tunstall Village Hall
B1078 Ash Road, Tunstall
Looking towards the entrance to Tunstall Village Hall
Tunstall Defibrillator On The Green Man Public House off the B1069 Woodbridge Road at the junction with the B1078 Ash Road
Tunstall Defibrillator
On The Green Man Public House off the B1069 Woodbridge Road at the junction with the B1078 Ash Road
School Road, Tunstall At the junction with Street Farm Barns
School Road, Tunstall
At the junction with Street Farm Barns
B1078 Ash Road, Tunstall At the junction with B1069 Woodbridge Road near The Green Man Public House
B1078 Ash Road, Tunstall
At the junction with B1069 Woodbridge Road near The Green Man Public House
B1069 Woodbridge Road, Tunstall At the junction with the B1078 Ash Road near the Green Man Public House
B1069 Woodbridge Road, Tunstall
At the junction with the B1078 Ash Road near the Green Man Public House
Street Farm Barns sign On Street Farm Barns at the junction with School Road
Street Farm Barns sign
On Street Farm Barns at the junction with School Road
Woodbridge Road sign On the B1069 Woodbridge Road at the junction with Ash Road
Woodbridge Road sign
On the B1069 Woodbridge Road at the junction with Ash Road
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Cottage Wood is located at Grid Ref: TM3454 (Lat: 52.138986, Lng: 1.4194061)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: East Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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