Longfield Belt

Wood, Forest in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Longfield Belt

Walking  into  Great  Glemham  on  Low  Road
Walking into Great Glemham on Low Road Credit: Martin Dawes

Longfield Belt, Suffolk is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Suffolk, England. Spanning an area of approximately 200 acres, it is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The belt is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a lush and vibrant canopy throughout the year.

The woodland is situated in a rural area, providing a tranquil and peaceful setting for visitors to enjoy. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers, who are drawn to its unspoiled charm and scenic trails. The well-maintained paths allow visitors to explore the woodland on foot, taking in the sights and sounds of the surrounding wildlife.

Longfield Belt is also home to a variety of animal species, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species. Birdwatchers can spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The woodland provides a rich habitat for these creatures, with its dense foliage and abundance of food sources.

In addition to its natural beauty, Longfield Belt also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been used as a hunting ground by nobility in the medieval period. Remnants of old structures and earthworks can still be found scattered throughout the woodland, adding an air of mystery and intrigue to the area.

Overall, Longfield Belt, Suffolk is a captivating woodland that offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Its combination of natural splendor, diverse wildlife, and historical importance make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.213262/1.4255957 or Grid Reference TM3462. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Walking  into  Great  Glemham  on  Low  Road
Walking into Great Glemham on Low Road
Junction  of  Low  Road  with  Chapel  Lane  Great  Glemham
Junction of Low Road with Chapel Lane Great Glemham
New  Road  from  Great  Glemham  toward  A12 Meets A12 at Stratford St Andrew. The brick wall on the left encloses the grounds of Glemham House
New Road from Great Glemham toward A12
Meets A12 at Stratford St Andrew. The brick wall on the left encloses the grounds of Glemham House
The  Crown.  Great  Glemham Well worth a visit. At this time only open Wednesday to Sunday, good food, beer, dog friendly and within walking distance of our holiday cottage. No cooking, no driving and the dog is tired out. We have booked for next year!
The Crown. Great Glemham
Well worth a visit. At this time only open Wednesday to Sunday, good food, beer, dog friendly and within walking distance of our holiday cottage. No cooking, no driving and the dog is tired out. We have booked for next year!
War  Memorial  in  All  Saints  churchyard.  Great  Glemham
War Memorial in All Saints churchyard. Great Glemham
Evening  sun  on  All  Saints  parish  church.  Great  Glemham
Evening sun on All Saints parish church. Great Glemham
Low  evening  sun  on  stubble  fields  near  Great  Glemham A pleasure to walk from holiday cottage to village pub with views like this
Low evening sun on stubble fields near Great Glemham
A pleasure to walk from holiday cottage to village pub with views like this
Walking  Low  Road  junction  with  Simpers  Drift  on  the  right
Walking Low Road junction with Simpers Drift on the right
Field  side  track  and  footpath  toward  Hall  Farm
Field side track and footpath toward Hall Farm
Track  and  footpath  through  stubble  fields Rooftops of Hall Farm can just be seen over trees right of centre
Track and footpath through stubble fields
Rooftops of Hall Farm can just be seen over trees right of centre
Field  edge  track  and  footpath  toward  Low  Road Gold Medal Wood ahead right over stubble
Field edge track and footpath toward Low Road
Gold Medal Wood ahead right over stubble
Winter  bird  cover  at  end  of  stubble  field Hall Farm behind trees left of centre
Winter bird cover at end of stubble field
Hall Farm behind trees left of centre
Grass  field  edge  track  and  footpath  in  stubble  field Gold Medal Wood to the left
Grass field edge track and footpath in stubble field
Gold Medal Wood to the left
Grassed  field  track  to  Low  Road Stubble field cleared
Grassed field track to Low Road
Stubble field cleared
From  woodland  shade  to  bright  sunlight Walking along Low Road toward Great Glemham
From woodland shade to bright sunlight
Walking along Low Road toward Great Glemham
Low  Road  passing  Hamilton  House The white posts either side of the road mark the field drain culvert, the end of Hamilton House garden is behind the metal fence to the right
Low Road passing Hamilton House
The white posts either side of the road mark the field drain culvert, the end of Hamilton House garden is behind the metal fence to the right
Over  verge  and  field  to  Paul's  Grove  Farm Farm roofs can be seen in the centre. From the minor road called Simpers Drift while walking from our holiday cottage called Simpers Drift
Over verge and field to Paul's Grove Farm
Farm roofs can be seen in the centre. From the minor road called Simpers Drift while walking from our holiday cottage called Simpers Drift
Around  the  bend  to  Potash  Cottage  on  Simpers  Drift
Around the bend to Potash Cottage on Simpers Drift
Show me another place!

Longfield Belt is located at Grid Ref: TM3462 (Lat: 52.213262, Lng: 1.4255957)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: East Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

What 3 Words

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