Half Moon Covert

Wood, Forest in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Half Moon Covert

Hope House, Yoxford A Grade II listed building - the front is 18th Century with older elements behind see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1030632" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1030632">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>. The building housed Sibton Orphans’ Home, which was founded in 1866 by Miss Margaret Green. By 1913 it was a children&#039;s home run by the Blything Poor Law Union. In 1929 the children were moved to Halesworth: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.yoxford.org.uk/community/yoxford-14879/hope-house/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.yoxford.org.uk/community/yoxford-14879/hope-house/">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> — Hope House, Yoxford Credit: Chris Holifield

Half Moon Covert is a serene and picturesque woodland area located in Suffolk, England. Covering a sprawling area of approximately 100 acres, it is a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The covert is nestled within the larger woodland area of Rendlesham Forest, renowned for its rich biodiversity and natural beauty.

The woodland is predominantly made up of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, pine, and spruce. The dense canopy creates a tranquil and shaded environment, perfect for leisurely walks or peaceful picnics. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the landscape.

Half Moon Covert is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. Visitors may catch glimpses of deer gracefully roaming through the trees, squirrels darting between branches, and a variety of bird species soaring overhead. The area is especially known for its abundance of birdlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, providing ample opportunities for exploration. These paths lead visitors through enchanting woodland glades, across babbling brooks, and past picturesque ponds. The tranquility and natural beauty of Half Moon Covert make it a haven for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

In conclusion, Half Moon Covert in Suffolk is a captivating woodland retreat, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature's embrace. With its diverse flora and fauna, well-marked trails, and peaceful atmosphere, it is a place where one can truly reconnect with the natural world.

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Hope House, Yoxford

A Grade II listed building - the front is 18th Century with older elements behind see: Link

. The building housed Sibton Orphans’ Home, which was founded in 1866 by Miss Margaret Green. By 1913 it was a children's home run by the Blything Poor Law Union. In 1929 the children were moved to Halesworth: Link

Chris Holifield

Yoxford Church

Chris Holifield

Yoxman, a recent erection beside the A12

Erected amongst a frenzy of media attention, it is 26 feet tall and weighs eight tons, made of bronze and stands near the A12 in the grounds of Cockfield Hall, in Yoxford. Sculptor Laurence Edwards says it is one of the largest bronze pieces to be cast in England in recent years and is "a Green Man for our age". "It is a lightning rod for loads of issues about ecology and what we are doing to this planet," he said. He added: "The challenge set me by the commissioners is quite extraordinary, they are very ambitious, and really they wanted it to be someone very local and indeed it is my village, which is completely crazy." It has been placed as if emerging from mother earth and is designed as part tree, cove, cliff and figure. Organic matter is built into the casting process; a detritus of leaves, branches, stone and rope. It is made up of 52 separate castings. Chairman of Yoxford Parish Council, said: "I think it's fantastic - when you stand beside it, the size of it, it's awe-inspiring. To have that standing in the village, and be able to see it from the A12, it's a great thing for Yoxford and will really help the economy." Personally I think it is not only a waste of money, it is ugly and erected too close to a bend in the road which I am sure will cause drivers to lose concentration and cause an accident. I feel eight tons of bronze could look far more attractive than this. Another visitor remarked to me "It is no Angel of the North, it's a monstrosity, and a waste of money which could have been better spent." TM3969 : Yoxman, a recent erection beside River Yox on the A12 TM3969 : Yoxman, a recent erection beside the River Yox and the A12

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Yoxman, a recent erection beside River Yox on the A12

He appears to be wearing wellington boots, but no trousers. See Link

Adrian S Pye

Yoxman, a recent erection beside the River Yox and the A12

He appears to be wearing wellington boots, but no trousers. See Link

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Speed Limit on the Railway

55 mph past North Green level crossing.

Des Blenkinsopp

Crossing and Farm at North Green

The railway at North Green level crossing with North Green Farmhouse visible through the trees.

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Path across field of wheat at Yoxford

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Tractor tracks across field of wheat

At Yoxford.

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Mixed cereal crop

In this field of wheat near Yoxford, the occasional stem of oats sticks out above the surface of the crop.

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Yoxford Bowls Club

As the nearby notice announces "Bowling for 200 years". The village cricket ground beyond.

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"Pardon the weeds, we are feeding the bees"

The churchyard at Yoxford has not been mown.

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Horners Store

Village shop in Yoxford, incorporated into an old estate building at the west gate to Cockfield Hall.

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Old cutout metal signpost in Yoxford

At the junction of High Street and Old High Road.

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Western gateway to Cockfield Hall

No doubt once giving onto a carriage drive, but now just a footpath across the estate.

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Bridge over the River Yox

On an old driveway, now just a footpath, on the Cockfield Hall estate.

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Cockfield Hall

Grade I listed stately home, part dating from the 16th century. The house if noted for its barley sugar chimneys. It has recently been converted into upmarket holiday accommodation.

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