West Stow Country Park

Downs, Moorland in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

West Stow Country Park

Double Decker Hide, Lackford Lakes See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7286761">TL8070 : View from the Double Decker Hide</a>
Double Decker Hide, Lackford Lakes Credit: Hugh Venables

West Stow Country Park is a picturesque nature reserve located in Suffolk, East Anglia, England. Spanning over 50 hectares, the park offers a diverse range of landscapes including downs, heathland, and woodland, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers.

The downs in the park provide breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with gently rolling hills covered in lush green grass. These open spaces are ideal for picnicking, kite flying, or simply enjoying a leisurely walk while taking in the serene ambiance.

The moorland section of the park is home to a variety of unique plant and animal species. Visitors can explore the heathland, characterized by its purple heather and gorse bushes, which provide a vibrant burst of color during the summer months. The moorland also serves as a habitat for rare wildlife, including several species of birds and insects.

Aside from its natural beauty, West Stow Country Park offers a range of recreational activities for visitors. There are numerous walking trails and cycling routes that wind through the park, allowing visitors to explore its diverse landscapes at their own pace. The park also features a children's play area and a visitor center, which provides information about the park's history, wildlife, and conservation efforts.

Overall, West Stow Country Park is a tranquil and picturesque destination that offers a unique blend of downs, moorland, and woodland, making it a must-visit location for those seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of Suffolk.

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West Stow Country Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.306923/0.63004479 or Grid Reference TL7970. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Double Decker Hide, Lackford Lakes See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7286761">TL8070 : View from the Double Decker Hide</a>
Double Decker Hide, Lackford Lakes
View from the Double Decker Hide Looking towards the Slough.
View from the Double Decker Hide
Looking towards the Slough.
Bury Road at the entrance to Lackford Lakes
Bury Road at the entrance to Lackford Lakes
West Stow Reconstructed Anglo Saxon Village
West Stow Reconstructed Anglo Saxon Village
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Three western buildings The three reconstructed Anglo-Saxon buildings seen here are the westernmost in the little village. From left to right they are The Hall, The Living House and The Workshop.
The Workshop can be seen in more detail here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7107608">TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Workshop</a>
and The Hall, here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7107705">TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Hall</a>

See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Three western buildings
The three reconstructed Anglo-Saxon buildings seen here are the westernmost in the little village. From left to right they are The Hall, The Living House and The Workshop. The Workshop can be seen in more detail here TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Workshop and The Hall, here TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Hall See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Workshop The Workshop at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village was "built to meet present day needs. It has an oak framework with wattle and clay walls. Although there is no direct evidence for it at West Stow, it is based on actual buildings from the end of the period" (Notice Board wording)
This reconstruction dates from 1991
See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Workshop
The Workshop at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village was "built to meet present day needs. It has an oak framework with wattle and clay walls. Although there is no direct evidence for it at West Stow, it is based on actual buildings from the end of the period" (Notice Board wording) This reconstruction dates from 1991 See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear) This structure at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village is the Farmer's House, this view being of the rear of it. It is a six-post house with a deep wood-lined pit.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear)
This structure at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village is the Farmer's House, this view being of the rear of it. It is a six-post house with a deep wood-lined pit.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Farmer's & Sunken Houses Two of the reconstructed dwellings at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village. Nearest the camera is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7107614">TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear)</a>, further away is the 'Sunken House' which was built to show the old idea of Anglo-Saxons living in a pit. It does not match the archaeological evidence found at West Stow - so it is now believed that this is not correct.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Farmer's & Sunken Houses
Two of the reconstructed dwellings at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village. Nearest the camera is TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear), further away is the 'Sunken House' which was built to show the old idea of Anglo-Saxons living in a pit. It does not match the archaeological evidence found at West Stow - so it is now believed that this is not correct.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Farmer's House 3/4 view A three-quarters view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7107614">TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear)</a> showing its side elevation.
See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - Farmer's House 3/4 view
A three-quarters view of TL7971 : West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Farmer's House (rear) showing its side elevation. See shared description below:
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Oldest House This was the first reconstruction at West Stow, dating from 1974. It was built using simple technology to test the basic idea that a wood floor was built over the pit and that the roof was supported by posts not walls.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Oldest House
This was the first reconstruction at West Stow, dating from 1974. It was built using simple technology to test the basic idea that a wood floor was built over the pit and that the roof was supported by posts not walls.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Hall Unlike most of the structures at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village, The Hall has no pit under the floor. The Hall was a communal building and the focal point of the village. This reconstruction dates from 2005.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - The Hall
Unlike most of the structures at West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village, The Hall has no pit under the floor. The Hall was a communal building and the focal point of the village. This reconstruction dates from 2005.
Parking area on Bury Road, Lackford
Parking area on Bury Road, Lackford
Bury Road, Lackford
Bury Road, Lackford
Welcome To West Stow Entrance to West Stow Country Park near to Lackford, Suffolk see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.oldcity.org.uk/stowfriends/index.php" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.oldcity.org.uk/stowfriends/index.php">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> for info about the park.
Welcome To West Stow
Entrance to West Stow Country Park near to Lackford, Suffolk see LinkExternal link for info about the park.
Country Road Minor road near to West Stow, Suffolk.
Country Road
Minor road near to West Stow, Suffolk.
Suffolk Wildlife Trust Visitor centre of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Lackford Lakes near to Lackford, Suffolk. For info about this nature reserve see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/reserves-and-visitor-centres/lackford-lakes/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/reserves-and-visitor-centres/lackford-lakes/">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>
Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Visitor centre of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Lackford Lakes near to Lackford, Suffolk. For info about this nature reserve see LinkExternal link
Open Gates Gates at the end of the road from Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Lackford lakes near to Lackford, Suffolk.
Open Gates
Gates at the end of the road from Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Lackford lakes near to Lackford, Suffolk.
Sunset Sunset near to Lackford, suffolk.
Sunset
Sunset near to Lackford, suffolk.
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West Stow Country Park is located at Grid Ref: TL7970 (Lat: 52.306923, Lng: 0.63004479)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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