Tendring Hall Park

Downs, Moorland in Suffolk Babergh

England

Tendring Hall Park

B1068 towards Thorington Street
B1068 towards Thorington Street Credit: Robin Webster

Tendring Hall Park, located in Suffolk, England, is a picturesque and expansive park known for its breathtaking natural beauty and diverse landscapes. Spanning over a vast area, the park encompasses downs, moorland, and various other habitats, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The downs in Tendring Hall Park provide visitors with sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, with its rolling hills and open grasslands. Many visitors enjoy taking leisurely walks or hikes along the well-maintained trails that wind through these downs, immersing themselves in the tranquility and serenity of the surroundings.

The park also boasts extensive moorland, characterized by its wet and boggy terrain. This unique habitat is home to a wide range of plant and animal species, including rare birds, insects, and wildflowers. Birdwatchers flock to Tendring Hall Park to catch glimpses of elusive species such as curlews and lapwings.

In addition to its natural wonders, Tendring Hall Park offers recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy. The park features picnic areas, where families and friends can gather for outdoor meals amidst the idyllic surroundings. There are also designated spots for camping, allowing nature enthusiasts to spend a night under the starry skies.

Overall, Tendring Hall Park is a hidden gem in Suffolk, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. With its downs, moorland, and diverse wildlife, the park provides a sanctuary for both humans and animals alike.

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Tendring Hall Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.983461/0.90176002 or Grid Reference TL9935. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B1068 towards Thorington Street
B1068 towards Thorington Street
Gate on The Tendring Hall Farm Path To the left there was a harrowed field covered with plastic.
Gate on The Tendring Hall Farm Path
To the left there was a harrowed field covered with plastic.
Modern Farming at Tendring Hall Lots of agrichemicals and plastic.
Modern Farming at Tendring Hall
Lots of agrichemicals and plastic.
Path Through Pickess Grove A public footpath through the Tendring Hall Estate.
Path Through Pickess Grove
A public footpath through the Tendring Hall Estate.
Native Bluebells in Pickess Grove My nose alone told me these were <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/422951">TM0722 : Hyacinthoides non-scripta</a> in a private wood (taken from the footpath).
Native Bluebells in Pickess Grove
My nose alone told me these were TM0722 : Hyacinthoides non-scripta in a private wood (taken from the footpath).
Old Barn at Grove Farm An ancient barn at the other end of the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7476656">TL9835 : Footpath to Tendring Hall Farm</a>
Old Barn at Grove Farm
An ancient barn at the other end of the TL9835 : Footpath to Tendring Hall Farm
Footpath at Wick Farm The footpath to Thorington Street. Vehicular access is blocked by heavy logs.
Footpath at Wick Farm
The footpath to Thorington Street. Vehicular access is blocked by heavy logs.
Wick Road at Wick Farm Taken from the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7476841">TM0134 : Footpath at Wick Farm</a>.
Wick Road at Wick Farm
The Studio and Thorington Hall Should you wish you can stay at the National Trust property on the right see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/suffolk/thorington-hall" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/suffolk/thorington-hall">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>.
The Studio and Thorington Hall
Should you wish you can stay at the National Trust property on the right see LinkExternal link.
River Box in Thorington Street Looking upstream on this tributary to the River Stour.
River Box in Thorington Street
Looking upstream on this tributary to the River Stour.
Wick Road There were a few <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7477382">TM0034 : Interesting Plants</a> growing in the verges beside Wick Road.
Wick Road
There were a few TM0034 : Interesting Plants growing in the verges beside Wick Road.
Interesting Plants I could identify the Red Dead Nettle simply enough. I needed my phone app to tell me the pink flowers were Dove's foot cranesbill and the white ones were; Miner's lettuce.
Interesting Plants
I could identify the Red Dead Nettle simply enough. I needed my phone app to tell me the pink flowers were Dove's foot cranesbill and the white ones were; Miner's lettuce.
River Box Ford  This ford on the River Box is found beside Valley Farm. We were fortunate to come across a young badger as we ascended the bridleway beyond the pig farm at Rams Farm.
River Box Ford
This ford on the River Box is found beside Valley Farm. We were fortunate to come across a young badger as we ascended the bridleway beyond the pig farm at Rams Farm.
Stoke by Nayland Church The finest tower in Suffolk many think.
Stoke by Nayland Church
The finest tower in Suffolk many think.
Stoke-by-Nayland Lovely village in Suffolk's Constable Country
Stoke-by-Nayland
Lovely village in Suffolk's Constable Country
Narrow lane in Mill Street This shows a converted mill in the aptly named community of Mill Street
Narrow lane in Mill Street
This shows a converted mill in the aptly named community of Mill Street
Southern aspect from Bell's Corner Looks over a field towards some woods. These fall down into the Box Valley, with the distinctive landmark of Stoke-by-Nayland church in the distance on the opposite side
Southern aspect from Bell's Corner
Looks over a field towards some woods. These fall down into the Box Valley, with the distinctive landmark of Stoke-by-Nayland church in the distance on the opposite side
Converted barn, Scotland Street This is one of those Suffolk Black Barns - this one converted into a home.
Converted barn, Scotland Street
This is one of those Suffolk Black Barns - this one converted into a home.
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Tendring Hall Park is located at Grid Ref: TL9935 (Lat: 51.983461, Lng: 0.90176002)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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