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Redgrave Park

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Redgrave Park

St Mary's Church, Redgrave, Suffolk Built for the Abbot of Bury St Edmunds when he visited his country retreat at nearby Redgrave Hall
St Mary's Church, Redgrave, Suffolk Credit: Charles Greenhough

Redgrave Park is a picturesque nature reserve located in Suffolk, England. It covers an area of approximately 80 hectares and is known for its diverse ecosystems, including downs and moorland. The park offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore and immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world.

The downs in Redgrave Park are characterized by rolling hills covered in grassland. These open spaces provide habitats for a variety of plant and animal species, including wildflowers, butterflies, and birds. Walking along the downs, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The moorland in Redgrave Park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. It is home to several rare and protected species, such as the silver-studded blue butterfly and the nightjar bird. The moorland is also dotted with heather, which adds a splash of vibrant purple to the landscape, particularly in the summer months.

Redgrave Park offers a range of recreational activities for visitors. There are designated trails and footpaths for walking and hiking, allowing visitors to explore the park at their own pace. Additionally, the park has picnic areas where visitors can relax and enjoy a meal amidst the tranquil surroundings.

Nature lovers and birdwatchers will find Redgrave Park particularly appealing. The park is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its rich biodiversity. Bird hides are strategically placed throughout the park, providing a perfect vantage point for observing and identifying various bird species.

Overall, Redgrave Park in Suffolk is a stunning natural reserve that offers a unique blend of downs and moorland landscapes. With its diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife, the park is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Suffolk countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.353771/1.0249161 or Grid Reference TM0677. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary's Church, Redgrave, Suffolk Built for the Abbot of Bury St Edmunds when he visited his country retreat at nearby Redgrave Hall
St Mary's Church, Redgrave, Suffolk
Built for the Abbot of Bury St Edmunds when he visited his country retreat at nearby Redgrave Hall
The Street, Redgrave, Suffolk The Cross Keys pub is behind the 'phone box on the right
The Street, Redgrave, Suffolk
The Cross Keys pub is behind the 'phone box on the right
Half Moon Lane, Redgrave, Suffolk Springtime in Suffolk
Half Moon Lane, Redgrave, Suffolk
Springtime in Suffolk
Great Green Burgate Great Green is one of many beautiful greens in this area of North Suffolk. This green presents a truly rural scene, there are unmade tracks around the edge to reach the few properties that surround the open grassland which is dotted with trees. Very little grazing now takes place on this green, but it is rich in birds and plants. The photograph shows one of the two larger ponds which were frozen over on a clear March morning.
Great Green Burgate
Great Green is one of many beautiful greens in this area of North Suffolk. This green presents a truly rural scene, there are unmade tracks around the edge to reach the few properties that surround the open grassland which is dotted with trees. Very little grazing now takes place on this green, but it is rich in birds and plants. The photograph shows one of the two larger ponds which were frozen over on a clear March morning.
Long Green, Wortham Long Green is a huge area of common land, one of a number of open spaces in Wortham and Burgate. The common has many varied habitats and is grazed by horses and sheep. Parts are overgrown and now covered with scrub vegetation, which provides nesting places for birds. The common is of great botanical interest with many species of wild flowers and there are several ponds and a small moat. Properties in this part of the village are found at the edge of the common, many reached over unmade tracks.
Long Green, Wortham
Long Green is a huge area of common land, one of a number of open spaces in Wortham and Burgate. The common has many varied habitats and is grazed by horses and sheep. Parts are overgrown and now covered with scrub vegetation, which provides nesting places for birds. The common is of great botanical interest with many species of wild flowers and there are several ponds and a small moat. Properties in this part of the village are found at the edge of the common, many reached over unmade tracks.
Spears Hill Wortham Spears Hill is the most open part of Long Green in Wortham, to the north of the rest of the common. Few houses surround the open grazing land here; there are views over the Waveney Valley to the North. For more photographs of Long Green see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/311528" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/311528">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/311503" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/311503">Link</a>.
Spears Hill Wortham
Spears Hill is the most open part of Long Green in Wortham, to the north of the rest of the common. Few houses surround the open grazing land here; there are views over the Waveney Valley to the North. For more photographs of Long Green see Link and Link.
Magpie Green The smallest of the many greens and open spaces in Wortham.
Magpie Green
The smallest of the many greens and open spaces in Wortham.
New Waters New Waters is the smaller of two lakes between Wortham and Redgrave.
New Waters
New Waters is the smaller of two lakes between Wortham and Redgrave.
Redgrave Lake This photograph shows a small part of Redgrave Lake with Redgrave Park beyond. The lake stretches for over 1km in an S shape. The grounds were laid out by Capability Brown in the 1760's. During World War Two the estate was used as a U.S. Airforce hospital and a prisoner of war camp. Redgrave Hall was demolished in 1947. To find out more visit: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/redgravehistory/redgravepark.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/redgravehistory/redgravepark.htm">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>
Redgrave Lake
This photograph shows a small part of Redgrave Lake with Redgrave Park beyond. The lake stretches for over 1km in an S shape. The grounds were laid out by Capability Brown in the 1760's. During World War Two the estate was used as a U.S. Airforce hospital and a prisoner of war camp. Redgrave Hall was demolished in 1947. To find out more visit: LinkExternal link
Tin barns Old corrugated iron farm buildings and a view over the Waveney valley.
Tin barns
Old corrugated iron farm buildings and a view over the Waveney valley.
Lizzie's Lane, Redgrave No one now knows who Lizzie was or what she did to get a path named after her. One can only imagine. The lane is now a popular route for dog walkers and, contrary to appearances, it lies to the left of the hedge in the picture.
Lizzie's Lane, Redgrave
No one now knows who Lizzie was or what she did to get a path named after her. One can only imagine. The lane is now a popular route for dog walkers and, contrary to appearances, it lies to the left of the hedge in the picture.
Gatehouse to Redgrave Park The manor house within the site has been demolished. The current owner lives in what was the stable block, now much refurbished into a luxury house. The gatehouse is original. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/redgravehistory/redgravepark.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/redgravehistory/redgravepark.htm">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>
Gatehouse to Redgrave Park
The manor house within the site has been demolished. The current owner lives in what was the stable block, now much refurbished into a luxury house. The gatehouse is original. LinkExternal link
Scama Lane, Burgate I believe this is a BOAT (Byway Open to All Traffic) which has been the subject of a road closure notice, hence the circular sign to the right prohibiting cars & motorcycles except for access. This means the farmer can drive down it and anyone else can walk or ride a horse along it. There certainly isn't enough water for a boat even though we have had a lot of rain recently.
Scama Lane, Burgate
I believe this is a BOAT (Byway Open to All Traffic) which has been the subject of a road closure notice, hence the circular sign to the right prohibiting cars & motorcycles except for access. This means the farmer can drive down it and anyone else can walk or ride a horse along it. There certainly isn't enough water for a boat even though we have had a lot of rain recently.
Botesdale Lodge This house was in a state of near ruin a few years ago, having a mature tree, that was of a size worthy of a tree preservation order, growing through the roof. The house has now been restored to its former glory.
Botesdale Lodge
This house was in a state of near ruin a few years ago, having a mature tree, that was of a size worthy of a tree preservation order, growing through the roof. The house has now been restored to its former glory.
Spring Meadow, Botesdale A public right of way exists here being used by the lady in red and her two dogs. The surrounding land has been opened up for free access by the public under the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries & Food's Farm Access Scheme. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/361774">TM0476 : Sign at Spring Meadow, Botesdale</a>
Spring Meadow, Botesdale
A public right of way exists here being used by the lady in red and her two dogs. The surrounding land has been opened up for free access by the public under the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries & Food's Farm Access Scheme. TM0476 : Sign at Spring Meadow, Botesdale
Sign at Spring Meadow, Botesdale Sign indicated the conditions of allowing public access to the field under the MAFF farm access scheme. See the field in question at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/361757">TM0476 : Spring Meadow, Botesdale</a>
Sign at Spring Meadow, Botesdale
Sign indicated the conditions of allowing public access to the field under the MAFF farm access scheme. See the field in question at TM0476 : Spring Meadow, Botesdale
Botesdale Health Centre The health centre provides an invaluable service Botesdale, Rickinghall and some forty surrounding parishes. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.botesdalehc.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.botesdalehc.co.uk/">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>
Botesdale Health Centre
The health centre provides an invaluable service Botesdale, Rickinghall and some forty surrounding parishes. LinkExternal link
Back Hills, Botesdale This development, exclusively of bungalows, was built in two phases between about 1987 and 1990 on the site of an old marl pit. The bungalows are built on concrete rafts which in turn rest on piles some twenty feet deep. They are handy for the local health centre <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/361798">TM0476 : Botesdale Health Centre</a>on the other side of the road.
Back Hills, Botesdale
This development, exclusively of bungalows, was built in two phases between about 1987 and 1990 on the site of an old marl pit. The bungalows are built on concrete rafts which in turn rest on piles some twenty feet deep. They are handy for the local health centre TM0476 : Botesdale Health Centreon the other side of the road.
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Redgrave Park is located at Grid Ref: TM0677 (Lat: 52.353771, Lng: 1.0249161)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Mid Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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