Goodships Wood

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

England

Goodships Wood

Churchyard and Tithe Barn, Dersingham The Tithe Barn is dated 1671 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077865?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077865?section=official-list-entry">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>
Churchyard and Tithe Barn, Dersingham Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Goodships Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated in the heart of the Norfolk Downs, Moorland region, it offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Goodships Wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The wood is predominantly made up of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a diverse ecosystem that is home to a variety of flora and fauna. Visitors can expect to see oak, beech, birch, and pine trees, among others, dotting the landscape.

The woodland is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These trails range in difficulty, catering to both casual strollers and more experienced hikers. Along the way, walkers can admire the beauty of the wood, with its carpet of wildflowers in spring, vibrant foliage in autumn, and peaceful atmosphere year-round.

Wildlife is abundant in Goodships Wood, with sightings of deer, foxes, and rabbits being common. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the various species that call the wood home, including woodpeckers, owls, and a wide array of songbirds.

Overall, Goodships Wood is a hidden gem in Norfolk, offering visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the countryside. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or an adventurous hike, this woodland provides a memorable experience for all who visit.

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Churchyard and Tithe Barn, Dersingham The Tithe Barn is dated 1671 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077865?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077865?section=official-list-entry">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>
Churchyard and Tithe Barn, Dersingham
The Tithe Barn is dated 1671 LinkExternal link
St Michael & All Angels, Ingoldisthorpe: late September 2023
St Michael & All Angels, Ingoldisthorpe: late September 2023
Potato field off Ling House Road
Potato field off Ling House Road
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Shernborne Medieval church largely rebuilt in 1898 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1153045?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1153045?section=official-list-entry">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>
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Shernborne
Medieval church largely rebuilt in 1898 LinkExternal link
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: late September 2023
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: late September 2023
Rush hour in Shernborne
Rush hour in Shernborne
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: south-eastern aspect
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: south-eastern aspect
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: churchyard
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: churchyard
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: past memories
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: past memories
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: aisle
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: aisle
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: organ The organ was invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria, a third century BC engineer. Fragments from one early organ in Pompeii are now in the Museo Nazionale, Naples. The first definition is provided by St. Augustine: “apropryte to the Instrument that is made of many pypes: and blowe with belowes." In 757, Emperor Constantine Copronymus sent an organ as a gift to Pepin, King of the Franks. By 1474, S. Petronio, Bologna, had a full scale 50 note organ with 9 stops. The low pipes in the largest cathedral organs produced some of the lowest sounds ever created by man. Perhaps predictably, given its extraordinary capabilities, a somewhat persistent element in the history of the organ is various puritan's criticism of it. Writers from Cicero to Milton saw it as a temptation away from virtue and reason. Nevertheless they continued to grow in range, power and tone. By the 19th century there was a vast amount of music for the organ. And to play it on? As many as 200 stops and 10,647 pipes….
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: organ
The organ was invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria, a third century BC engineer. Fragments from one early organ in Pompeii are now in the Museo Nazionale, Naples. The first definition is provided by St. Augustine: “apropryte to the Instrument that is made of many pypes: and blowe with belowes." In 757, Emperor Constantine Copronymus sent an organ as a gift to Pepin, King of the Franks. By 1474, S. Petronio, Bologna, had a full scale 50 note organ with 9 stops. The low pipes in the largest cathedral organs produced some of the lowest sounds ever created by man. Perhaps predictably, given its extraordinary capabilities, a somewhat persistent element in the history of the organ is various puritan's criticism of it. Writers from Cicero to Milton saw it as a temptation away from virtue and reason. Nevertheless they continued to grow in range, power and tone. By the 19th century there was a vast amount of music for the organ. And to play it on? As many as 200 stops and 10,647 pipes….
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorials (1 to 3)
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorials (1 to 3)
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (4)
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (4)
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (5)
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (5)
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (6) For the service record of Rifleman Lewis see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/75464/frank-lewis/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/75464/frank-lewis/">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>
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (6)
For the service record of Rifleman Lewis see LinkExternal link
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (7)
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (7)
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (8) Private Robert Pitcher <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/1636982/robert-pitcher/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/1636982/robert-pitcher/">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>
Private Charles Pitcher <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/1646691/charles-pitcher/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/1646691/charles-pitcher/">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>
SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne: memorial (8)
Private Robert Pitcher LinkExternal link Private Charles Pitcher LinkExternal link
Inside SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne (i)
Inside SS Peter & Paul, Shernborne (i)
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Goodships Wood is located at Grid Ref: TF7031 (Lat: 52.854392, Lng: 0.52778424)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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