Badley Moor

Downs, Moorland in Norfolk Breckland

England

Badley Moor

Badley Moor, located in Norfolk, England, is a picturesque and diverse landscape that encompasses downs and moorland. Covering an area of approximately 200 hectares, it is a renowned natural area that attracts both locals and tourists alike.

The moorland of Badley Moor is characterized by its unique vegetation, with heather, gorse, and grasses dominating the landscape. This type of moorland is rare in Norfolk, making Badley Moor an important conservation area. The diversity of flora provides a habitat for various wildlife species, including birds, insects, and small mammals.

The downs of Badley Moor offer stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. These open areas are covered in short grasses and are dotted with wildflowers during the spring and summer months. The gentle slopes of the downs make them ideal for walking, hiking, and picnicking, attracting outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year.

Badley Moor is also home to several walking trails and footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy the natural beauty at their own pace. The moorland offers opportunities for birdwatching, with species such as the skylark and stonechat being commonly spotted. Additionally, the downs provide an excellent vantage point for observing the unique Norfolk landscape.

Overall, Badley Moor in Norfolk offers a distinct combination of moorland and downs, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility in a rural setting.

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Badley Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.665834/0.97771267 or Grid Reference TG0111. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Road, Yaxham

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A field by Stone Road, Yaxham

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Pinn's Lane leaving Stone Road, Yaxham

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Fields south of Toftwood

This is the view from a train on the Mid Norfolk Railway.

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Track near Watering Farm

A photographer stands beside the track near Watering Farm, photographing a southbound train. The track passes beneath the railway line and this image was taken from the train.

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Fields near Yaxham

This field boundary is seen from a train on the Mid Norfolk Railway. This is a location used to photograph passing trains, which are on an embankment at this point.

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Council Depot, Dereham

This is the Breckland District Council depot on Yaxham Road, as seen from a passing train on the Mid Norfolk Railway.

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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Dereham Ward

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House on Yaxham Road opposite Dumpling Green

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Entering East Dereham on Yaxham Road (B1135)

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Level crossing, Yaxham Station

Station Road crossing the Mid-Norfolk Railway outside Yaxham Station.

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Yaxham Railway Station

The Mid-Norfolk Railway or MNR is a heritage railway in Norfolk. Re-opening as a tourist line in the mid-1990s, it is often referred to as a "New Generation" heritage railway, especially since the start of preservation in 1974. The 14-mile line runs through the centre of Norfolk between the market towns of Wymondham and Dereham via Yaxham, Thuxton and Kimberley Park, operating steam and diesel services. The operational line extends northwards from Dereham to Hoe. It is the southern section of the former Wymondham, Dereham, Fakenham and Wells-next-the-Sea line, opened by the Norfolk Railway in 1847 and closed to passengers in stages from 1964 to 1969 as part of the Beeching cuts. The final section of the line closed to goods traffic in 1989. The northern section of this line has been operated by the Wells and Walsingham Light Railway since 1982. The MNR is owned and operated by the Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust (a charitable trust), and is mostly operated and staffed by volunteers. The line is the fifth longest preserved standard gauge railway in Great Britain. Wikipedia: Link