Cranny Hill Field

Downs, Moorland in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Cranny Hill Field

West Drove, Walpole St Peter
West Drove, Walpole St Peter Credit: David Howard

Cranny Hill Field, located in Norfolk, is a picturesque landscape encompassing downs, moorland, and rolling hills. This natural expanse stretches over a vast area, offering visitors a diverse range of flora, fauna, and stunning vistas. The field is a haven for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers, providing ample opportunities to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

The field boasts an impressive variety of plant species, with wildflowers, grasses, and heather blanketing the moorland. Visitors can witness the seasonal changes as the landscape transforms throughout the year. The downs showcase a mix of low-lying shrubs, gorse, and bracken, creating a unique and vibrant ecosystem.

Cranny Hill Field is also home to numerous bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatching. The open grasslands attract birds such as skylarks, meadow pipits, and lapwings, while the moorland is frequented by stonechats and curlews. Binocular-wielding enthusiasts can spot these feathered creatures in their natural habitat, adding to the field’s allure.

Aside from its natural beauty, Cranny Hill Field offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Visitors can embark on leisurely walks, take in the breathtaking panoramic views, or simply unwind in the tranquil surroundings. The field is a haven for wildlife, with occasional sightings of deer, hares, and foxes.

As a protected area, Cranny Hill Field showcases the importance of preserving and appreciating Norfolk’s natural heritage. Its diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit for anyone seeking a serene and enchanting experience in the heart of nature.

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Cranny Hill Field Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.71806/0.22541476 or Grid Reference TF5015. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West Drove, Walpole St Peter
West Drove, Walpole St Peter
Walnut Road, Walpole St Peter At the end of West Drove North
Walnut Road, Walpole St Peter
At the end of West Drove North
Converted shop in Walpole St Peter This was a corner shop called Lion Services now in the process of becoming residential.
Converted shop in Walpole St Peter
This was a corner shop called Lion Services now in the process of becoming residential.
Bungalow on Police Road, Walpole St Peter
Bungalow on Police Road, Walpole St Peter
Field and houses by Wisbech Road, Walpole St Andrew
Field and houses by Wisbech Road, Walpole St Andrew
Wisbech Road, Walpole St Andrew
Wisbech Road, Walpole St Andrew
West Drove North, Walpole Highway
West Drove North, Walpole Highway
Field by West Drove North, Walpole Highway
Field by West Drove North, Walpole Highway
Field by West Drove North, Walpole St Peter
Field by West Drove North, Walpole St Peter
West Drove North, Walpole St Peter
West Drove North, Walpole St Peter
West Drove North, Walpole St Peter
West Drove North, Walpole St Peter
Puddles on March Lane Looking towards Walpole Highway and the converted mill on Mill Road
Puddles on March Lane
Looking towards Walpole Highway and the converted mill on Mill Road
March Lane is drying out A track west of Walpole Highway near Wisbech
March Lane is drying out
A track west of Walpole Highway near Wisbech
Tyre marks on March Lane A track west of Walpole Highway near Wisbech
Tyre marks on March Lane
A track west of Walpole Highway near Wisbech
Very basic bird scarers A field of direct drilled rape on March Lane west of Walpole Highway near Wisbech
Very basic bird scarers
A field of direct drilled rape on March Lane west of Walpole Highway near Wisbech
Village Sign The new village sign at Walpole St Andrew.
The sign commemorates the very successful steam rally that used to be held in the village for many years.
In the background is the tower of St Andrew's Church.
Village Sign
The new village sign at Walpole St Andrew. The sign commemorates the very successful steam rally that used to be held in the village for many years. In the background is the tower of St Andrew's Church.
Walpole St Peter: passage under the chancel In "England's Thousand Best Churches" Simon Jenkins wrote: "This is not just a 'bolt-hole', its local nickname, but a passage with cobbles underfoot, tierceron vault and no fewer than 12 bosses. It must form the handsomest covered street in England. The purpose is unknown, but it was probably an ancient processional route of such significance that nobody dared divert it when the chancel was rebuilt above."  The building framed by the arch is the last house on School Lane.
Walpole St Peter: passage under the chancel
In "England's Thousand Best Churches" Simon Jenkins wrote: "This is not just a 'bolt-hole', its local nickname, but a passage with cobbles underfoot, tierceron vault and no fewer than 12 bosses. It must form the handsomest covered street in England. The purpose is unknown, but it was probably an ancient processional route of such significance that nobody dared divert it when the chancel was rebuilt above." The building framed by the arch is the last house on School Lane.
Walpole St Peter: sunlight and shadows "It is a place not of curiosity but of subtle proportion, of the play of light on stone and wood. If English churches were Dutch Old Masters, this would be St Pieter de Hooch" (Simon Jenkins: "England's Thousand Best Churches").
Walpole St Peter: sunlight and shadows
"It is a place not of curiosity but of subtle proportion, of the play of light on stone and wood. If English churches were Dutch Old Masters, this would be St Pieter de Hooch" (Simon Jenkins: "England's Thousand Best Churches").
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Cranny Hill Field is located at Grid Ref: TF5015 (Lat: 52.71806, Lng: 0.22541476)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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