Ward's Carr

Wood, Forest in Norfolk Broadland

England

Ward's Carr

Strumpshaw Fen: The Woodland Walk
Strumpshaw Fen: The Woodland Walk Credit: Michael Garlick

Ward's Carr, located in Norfolk, England, is a picturesque woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. This enchanting forest, also known as Ward's Wood, covers an estimated area of 200 acres and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The forest is characterized by its dense canopy of towering trees, primarily oak and beech, which create a cool and shaded environment perfect for exploring on warm summer days. Sunlight filters through the foliage, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor, adding to the serene and tranquil ambiance.

Ward's Carr is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, making it an important habitat for biodiversity. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, creating a vibrant and colorful display during the spring months.

The woodland is also a haven for wildlife, with numerous species calling it home. Visitors may spot deer, foxes, rabbits, and an abundance of birdlife, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The calm and undisturbed environment of Ward's Carr allows these creatures to thrive and contributes to the overall ecological balance of the area.

For those seeking a peaceful retreat or an opportunity to reconnect with nature, Ward's Carr provides a serene and idyllic setting. Its well-maintained walking trails and picnic areas offer visitors the chance to explore the forest at their leisure and enjoy the tranquility of this natural gem in Norfolk.

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Ward's Carr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.602701/1.4583685 or Grid Reference TG3406. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Strumpshaw Fen: The Woodland Walk
Strumpshaw Fen: The Woodland Walk
Strumpshaw Fen: One of many foxgloves along The Woodland Walk
Strumpshaw Fen: One of many foxgloves along The Woodland Walk
Strumpshaw Fen: Comma butterfly 'Polygonia c-album'
Strumpshaw Fen: Comma butterfly 'Polygonia c-album'
Strumpshaw Fen: Gatekeeper butterfly 'Pyronia tithonus'
Strumpshaw Fen: Gatekeeper butterfly 'Pyronia tithonus'
Strumpshaw Fen: Gatekeeper butterfly 'Pyronia tithonus'
Strumpshaw Fen: Gatekeeper butterfly 'Pyronia tithonus'
Strumpshaw Fen: Dragonfly
Strumpshaw Fen: Dragonfly
Strumpshaw Fen: Dragonfly
Strumpshaw Fen: Dragonfly
Strumpshaw Fen: Damselflies
Strumpshaw Fen: Damselflies
Strumpshaw Fen: Damselflies
Strumpshaw Fen: Damselflies
Strumpshaw Fen: A swan preening itself
Strumpshaw Fen: A swan preening itself
Strumpshaw Fen: A swan preening itself
Strumpshaw Fen: A swan preening itself
Strumpshaw Fen: Damselflies
Strumpshaw Fen: Damselflies
Strumpshaw Fen: Red Admiral butterfly 'Vanessa atalanta'
Strumpshaw Fen: Red Admiral butterfly 'Vanessa atalanta'
Strumpshaw Fen: Red Admiral butterfly 'Vanessa atalanta'
Strumpshaw Fen: Red Admiral butterfly 'Vanessa atalanta'
Strumpshaw Fen: Red Admiral butterfly 'Vanessa atalanta'
Strumpshaw Fen: Red Admiral butterfly 'Vanessa atalanta'
Strumpshaw Fen: Red Admiral butterfly 'Vanessa atalanta'
Strumpshaw Fen: Red Admiral butterfly 'Vanessa atalanta'
Strumpshaw Fen: Spreading the freshly cut hay
Strumpshaw Fen: Spreading the freshly cut hay
Strumpshaw Fen: Teasel 'Dipsacus fullonum' before flowering
Strumpshaw Fen: Teasel 'Dipsacus fullonum' before flowering
Show me another place!

Ward's Carr is located at Grid Ref: TG3406 (Lat: 52.602701, Lng: 1.4583685)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Broadland

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

///refrained.splinters.insist. Near Lingwood, Norfolk

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Located within 500m of 52.602701,1.4583685
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Source: Landsat photo - shifted
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Crossing Activation: automatic
Crossing Barrier: full
Crossing Bell: yes
Crossing Light: yes
Phone: +44 3308543536
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 52.6041592/1.4594358
Strumpshaw Fen RSPB Nature Reserve
Addr City: Norwich
Addr Postcode: NR13 4HS
Addr Street: Low Road
Leisure: nature_reserve
Url: http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/s/strumpshawfen/
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Wikipedia: en:Strumpshaw Fen RSPB reserve
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Strumpshaw Steam Museum
Addr City: Norwich
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Old Hall
Addr Postcode: NR13 4HR
Addr Village: Strumpshaw
Charge: £6 GBP
Charge Conditional: £2 GBP @ age < 16
Check Date Opening Hours: 2023-08-30
Dog: leashed
Email: tomlaird13@gmail.com
Fee: yes
Fee Conditional: no @ age < 5
Museum: history
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa closed; Su,PH 10:30-15:30
Phone: +44 1603 717936
Start Date: 1964
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Website: http://www.strumpshawsteammuseum.co.uk/
Wikidata: Q7625372
Wikipedia: en:Strumpshaw Hall Steam Museum
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Crossing Light: yes
Crossing Supervision: no
Railway: level_crossing
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Toilets
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Operator: RSPB Strumpshaw Fen
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Crossing Barrier: full
Crossing Bell: yes
Crossing Light: yes
Phone: +44 3308543536
Railway: level_crossing
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Crossing Light: yes
Crossing Supervision: no
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Bench
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Give Way
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Label Date: 2023-03-30
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR13 1332D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Lat/Long: 52.6058082/1.4605875
Note: Vehicular route ends at Buckenham Ferry Drainage Mill
Traffic Sign: noexit
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Welcome to RSPB Strumpshaw Fen
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Inscription: nature reserve
Material: metal
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Phone
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