Big Covert

Wood, Forest in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Big Covert

Potton Hall Potton Hall is a country house near Westleton in the Suffolk Heathlands. Possibly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. The location has been developed into a multi-purpose site including a spa, cafe, recording studio, holiday cottages and venue for weddings and other events.

Potton Hall has housed various exhibitions from time to time, including the  Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition by Waveney and Blyth Arts.
Potton Hall Credit: Oliver Dixon

Big Covert is a vast woodland located in the county of Suffolk, England. Covering a significant area, it is nestled within the picturesque countryside of this region. With its dense tree cover and diverse flora and fauna, Big Covert is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The woodland encompasses a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty. The presence of these diverse habitats makes Big Covert an ideal environment for a wide range of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, foxes, and various bird species.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore the area and immerse themselves in its tranquility. These paths wind through the towering trees and lead to hidden clearings and serene ponds. A visit to Big Covert offers the opportunity to engage in activities such as hiking, birdwatching, or simply enjoying a peaceful picnic amidst nature.

Managed by local authorities, Big Covert is well-preserved and carefully protected, ensuring the sustainability of its natural resources. It serves as an important green lung, providing clean air and contributing to the overall health of the surrounding environment.

Big Covert, Suffolk, with its vast woodland and diverse ecosystem, is a true gem for nature lovers, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Potton Hall Potton Hall is a country house near Westleton in the Suffolk Heathlands. Possibly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. The location has been developed into a multi-purpose site including a spa, cafe, recording studio, holiday cottages and venue for weddings and other events.

Potton Hall has housed various exhibitions from time to time, including the  Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition by Waveney and Blyth Arts.
Potton Hall
Potton Hall is a country house near Westleton in the Suffolk Heathlands. Possibly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. The location has been developed into a multi-purpose site including a spa, cafe, recording studio, holiday cottages and venue for weddings and other events. Potton Hall has housed various exhibitions from time to time, including the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition by Waveney and Blyth Arts.
"Earth Angel" Cutout sculpture by Cindy Lee Wright in the Suffolk Sculpture Valley 2022 exhibition.
"Earth Angel"
Cutout sculpture by Cindy Lee Wright in the Suffolk Sculpture Valley 2022 exhibition.
Pond in the gardens of Potton Hall Potton Hall is a country house near Westleton in the Suffolk Heathlands. Possibly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. The location has been developed into a multi-purpose site including a spa, cafe, recording studio, holiday cottages and venue for weddings and other events.

Potton Hall has housed various exhibitions from time to time, including the  Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition by Waveney and Blyth Arts.
Pond in the gardens of Potton Hall
Potton Hall is a country house near Westleton in the Suffolk Heathlands. Possibly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. The location has been developed into a multi-purpose site including a spa, cafe, recording studio, holiday cottages and venue for weddings and other events. Potton Hall has housed various exhibitions from time to time, including the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition by Waveney and Blyth Arts.
Decorated tree stumps In the garden of Potton Hall. Each stump is finished off with a circular mosaic. A permanent feature - NOT part of the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
Decorated tree stumps
In the garden of Potton Hall. Each stump is finished off with a circular mosaic. A permanent feature - NOT part of the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
The Spa Pool at Potton Hall Potton Hall is a country house near Westleton in the Suffolk Heathlands. Possibly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. The location has been developed into a multi-purpose site including a spa, cafe, recording studio, holiday cottages and venue for weddings and other events.

Potton Hall has housed various exhibitions from time to time, including the  Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition by Waveney and Blyth Arts.
The Spa Pool at Potton Hall
Potton Hall is a country house near Westleton in the Suffolk Heathlands. Possibly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. The location has been developed into a multi-purpose site including a spa, cafe, recording studio, holiday cottages and venue for weddings and other events. Potton Hall has housed various exhibitions from time to time, including the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition by Waveney and Blyth Arts.
"Breath of Life" Sculpture by Susie Joyce in the Hay Meadow at the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
"Breath of Life"
Sculpture by Susie Joyce in the Hay Meadow at the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
"Fallen" by Ruth Brumby This installation at the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition was originally supposed to depict three fallen angels - walking, sitting and curled up on the ground, but somehow the walking figure was never completed.
"Fallen" by Ruth Brumby
This installation at the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition was originally supposed to depict three fallen angels - walking, sitting and curled up on the ground, but somehow the walking figure was never completed.
"Standing for something in a changing world" by Tobias Ford Installation in the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
"Standing for something in a changing world" by Tobias Ford
Installation in the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
"Taking the indoors outdoors" by Nicci Dedman Remarkably life-like sculpture of an armchair, right down to the buttoning, made of chicken netting. Display in the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
"Taking the indoors outdoors" by Nicci Dedman
Remarkably life-like sculpture of an armchair, right down to the buttoning, made of chicken netting. Display in the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
Potton Hall
Potton Hall
"Metta (Full Circle)" by Patrick Elder Sculpture installation in two parts in the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
"Metta (Full Circle)" by Patrick Elder
Sculpture installation in two parts in the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition.
"Black Cube" by Nick Ball Sculpture in the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in another world where vision is impaired and hearing is overwhelmed by the sounds generated by their own movements.
"Black Cube" by Nick Ball
Sculpture in the Sculpture in the Valley 2022 exhibition. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in another world where vision is impaired and hearing is overwhelmed by the sounds generated by their own movements.
Looking up the valley of the Dunwich River, towards Potton Hall Taken from the Sandlings Walk.
Looking up the valley of the Dunwich River, towards Potton Hall
Taken from the Sandlings Walk.
Dunwich Forest north of the Dunwich River valley
Dunwich Forest north of the Dunwich River valley
Lane through Dunwich Forest at Frederick's Mount car park
Lane through Dunwich Forest at Frederick's Mount car park
Woodlands in the Dunwich River valley
Woodlands in the Dunwich River valley
Wetland in the floor of the Dunwich River valley
Wetland in the floor of the Dunwich River valley
Sandlings Walk in the valley of the Dunwich River The Sandlings Walk is a long-distance path in Suffolk. It runs through an area of lowland heath, Britain's rarest wildlife habitat, and the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Starting on the outskirts of Ipswich, the route passes through Rushmere Common, Sutton Heath, Rendlesham Forest, Butley Corner, Tunstall Forest, Friston, North Warren, Thorpeness, Sizewell, Minsmere, Dunwich Heath, Dunwich Forest, the Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve and Southwold. A distance of 60 miles
Sandlings Walk in the valley of the Dunwich River
The Sandlings Walk is a long-distance path in Suffolk. It runs through an area of lowland heath, Britain's rarest wildlife habitat, and the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Starting on the outskirts of Ipswich, the route passes through Rushmere Common, Sutton Heath, Rendlesham Forest, Butley Corner, Tunstall Forest, Friston, North Warren, Thorpeness, Sizewell, Minsmere, Dunwich Heath, Dunwich Forest, the Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve and Southwold. A distance of 60 miles
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Big Covert is located at Grid Ref: TM4470 (Lat: 52.281397, Lng: 1.5850125)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: East Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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