Barnham Heath

Downs, Moorland in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

Barnham Heath

Euston watermill on the Black Bourn Disused watermill. Late C18/early C19. In red brick with black glazed pantiled roof: designed to look like a church, with a small crenellated tower. Pointed Gothic windows to top stage. The machinery is complete. The waterwheel drove a single pair of stones and also a reciprocating pump for raising water up to a tank in the tower, which provided the water supply for Euston Hall. A watermill was included in the estate as purchased by Lord Arlington in the 1660&#039;s: this is presumably a rebuilding on the same site. Copied from Historic England website <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1031255" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1031255">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> — Euston watermill on the Black Bourn Credit: Adrian S Pye

Barnham Heath is a picturesque area situated in Suffolk, England, known for its beautiful downs and moorland landscapes. Covering an approximate area of 500 acres, the heath is characterized by its undulating terrain, scattered woodlands, and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The heath is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its rich biodiversity. It is home to a variety of plant species, including heather, gorse, and bracken, which carpet the landscape in vibrant colors during the summer months. The area also supports a wide range of wildlife, such as rare bird species like the nightjar and stonechat, as well as various mammals, including foxes and hares.

Visitors to Barnham Heath can enjoy a network of footpaths and bridleways that crisscross the area, providing ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and horse riding. The heath offers breathtaking views from its higher points, allowing visitors to appreciate the vast expanse of the surrounding countryside.

In addition to its natural beauty, Barnham Heath has a rich historical significance. The area has evidence of prehistoric settlements and burial mounds, indicating human activity dating back thousands of years. The heath was also used as common land for grazing livestock in the past, contributing to its unique landscape.

Today, Barnham Heath remains a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers, offering a tranquil and unspoiled environment for all to enjoy.

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Barnham Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.384019/0.76386559 or Grid Reference TL8879. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Euston watermill on the Black Bourn

Disused watermill. Late C18/early C19. In red brick with black glazed pantiled roof: designed to look like a church, with a small crenellated tower. Pointed Gothic windows to top stage. The machinery is complete. The waterwheel drove a single pair of stones and also a reciprocating pump for raising water up to a tank in the tower, which provided the water supply for Euston Hall. A watermill was included in the estate as purchased by Lord Arlington in the 1660's: this is presumably a rebuilding on the same site. Copied from Historic England website Link

Adrian S Pye

Euston watermill on the Black Bourn

Adrian S Pye

Vintage covered cart

Of the type used as an ambulance in WW1

Adrian S Pye

Old fuel pump still in use

Adrian S Pye

Barnham Road at the junction of Thetford Road

David Howard

Salmond Drive, Barnham

David Howard

Barnham Road at the junction of Salmond Drive

David Howard

Icknield Way east of Euston

The Icknield Way trail leads eastwards from the village of Euston, through a wooded area.

Bob Jones

Footpaths and Road Junction

Footpaths and road junction at Euston, Suffolk.

Keith Evans

Barnham village sign

Village signs are typically placed along the principal road or in a prominent location such as a village green or close by the church. The design often depicts a particularly feature of the village or a scene from its history, heritage, or culture. They are typically made of wood or metal or a combination of both, the designs are often made by the local community. Although they do appear in villages and towns all over the country they are more prominent in East Anglia than elsewhere in the country.

Adrian S Pye

Euston (Suffolk) village sign

The sign is simply the Family Arms of the Duke of Grafton, who own the village and live at Euston Hall. Link

Adrian S Pye

Traffic lights ahead on the A134 at Barnham

Adrian S Pye

Fallen tree and meadowland behind

Adrian S Pye

The war Memorial at Barnham

There are 19 names for WW1 and 3 for WW2 which can be seen here: Link

Adrian S Pye

The War Memorial at Barnham

There are 19 names for WW1 and 3 for WW2 which can be seen here: Link

Adrian S Pye

The War Memorial at Barnham

The names on the Memorial for WW1 are: William Clarke, John Catchpole, Frederick Harold Davey, Sidney Charles Davey, John Davey, Edward Debenham, George Gaut, Edgar Gould, William Palfrey, Sidney Charles Pryke, Arthur James Pryke, Herbert Victor Rampley, Sidney Rampley, Harry Rumsey, Albert Edward Sayer, Alfred William Turner, William Vincent. Names for WW2 are: Gerald Thomas Chamberlain, Arthur Lewis Price, Walter Edward Steward.

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