Fenhouse Heath

Downs, Moorland in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

Fenhouse Heath

Cut-off Channel The channel is designed to take flood water away from farmland, buildings and roads.
Cut-off Channel Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

Fenhouse Heath is a picturesque area located in Suffolk, England. Spanning over a vast expanse, it is characterized by its diverse landscape, encompassing downs, moorland, and heathland. With its unique natural features and rich biodiversity, Fenhouse Heath attracts visitors from near and far.

The downs in Fenhouse Heath are rolling hills covered in lush grasses and scattered with wildflowers. These gentle slopes provide stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The moorland, on the other hand, features expanses of open, treeless terrain, covered in heather and gorse. This habitat is home to a variety of bird species, including skylarks and meadow pipits.

The heathland in Fenhouse Heath is particularly noteworthy, with its characteristic mix of low-growing shrubs, grasses, and heath plants. This habitat supports a range of wildlife, including reptiles such as adders and grass snakes, as well as various species of insects and butterflies. The heathland also provides an important breeding ground for rare birds, such as nightjars and woodlarks.

The area is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers. Several walking trails wind through the landscape, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty and observe its diverse flora and fauna. Fenhouse Heath provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, offering a unique and immersive experience in the heart of Suffolk.

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Fenhouse Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.441933/0.55142351 or Grid Reference TL7385. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cut-off Channel The channel is designed to take flood water away from farmland, buildings and roads.
Cut-off Channel
The channel is designed to take flood water away from farmland, buildings and roads.
Wangford Drain One of many field drains in this low-lying and very flat part of England. The average height is only a few metres above sea level.
Wangford Drain
One of many field drains in this low-lying and very flat part of England. The average height is only a few metres above sea level.
Cropmarks on fields NW of Lakenheath: aerial 2022 (4)
Cropmarks on fields NW of Lakenheath: aerial 2022 (4)
Aqueduct on the Little Ouse River This aqueduct carries the Little Ouse River over the (newer) Cut Off Channel.
Aqueduct on the Little Ouse River
This aqueduct carries the Little Ouse River over the (newer) Cut Off Channel.
Little Ouse aqueduct from below This aqueduct carries the Little Ouse River over the Cut Off Channel.  It also carries a path on the north side and a track on the south.
Little Ouse aqueduct from below
This aqueduct carries the Little Ouse River over the Cut Off Channel. It also carries a path on the north side and a track on the south.
Fields near Lakenheath The row of trees is a bridleway/track.
Fields near Lakenheath
The row of trees is a bridleway/track.
GER Clerestory Railway Carriage GER Clerestory 5 Comp Passenger Brake (body only) built 1896, now in poor condition. A unique vehicle. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cs.vintagecarriagestrust.org/se/CarriageInfo.asp?Ref=5892" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cs.vintagecarriagestrust.org/se/CarriageInfo.asp?Ref=5892">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>

Sorry about the poor quality of the image.
GER Clerestory Railway Carriage
GER Clerestory 5 Comp Passenger Brake (body only) built 1896, now in poor condition. A unique vehicle. LinkExternal link Sorry about the poor quality of the image.
Pastural Farmland near Lakenheath Some cows graze near the railway line, taken from a speeding train.
Pastural Farmland near Lakenheath
Some cows graze near the railway line, taken from a speeding train.
Tractor passing Hiss Farm
Tractor passing Hiss Farm
Lakenheath Level crossing Lakenheath level crossing with the manual gates still in use, the new automatic barriers have already been installed
Lakenheath Level crossing
Lakenheath level crossing with the manual gates still in use, the new automatic barriers have already been installed
Lakenheath level crossing and signal box The soon to be obsolete Lakenheath level crossing gates and signal box.  The new automatic barriers have already been installed.
Lakenheath level crossing and signal box
The soon to be obsolete Lakenheath level crossing gates and signal box. The new automatic barriers have already been installed.
Cut-off Channel From the B1112 north of Lakenheath.
Cut-off Channel
From the B1112 north of Lakenheath.
Christmas Hill farm shop entrance B1112 to Lakenheath station.
Christmas Hill farm shop entrance
B1112 to Lakenheath station.
Christmas Hill Farm entrance track The route to the farm shop.
Christmas Hill Farm entrance track
The route to the farm shop.
House by Station Road Near Lakenheath station.
House by Station Road
Near Lakenheath station.
Little Ouse River and washland From the B1112 bridge.
Little Ouse River and washland
From the B1112 bridge.
Bridge over Little Ouse River
Bridge over Little Ouse River
Cowle's Drove New horse paddocks at Hockwold Lodge Riding Centre.
Cowle's Drove
New horse paddocks at Hockwold Lodge Riding Centre.
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Fenhouse Heath is located at Grid Ref: TL7385 (Lat: 52.441933, Lng: 0.55142351)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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///ironclad.arranged.lavender. Near Hockwold cum Wilton, Norfolk

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