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Belton Common

Downs, Moorland in Suffolk Great Yarmouth

England

Belton Common

Caldecott Mill <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1051009?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1051009?section=official-list-entry">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>
Caldecott Mill Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Belton Common is a picturesque area located in Suffolk, England. Spread across a vast expanse of land, it encompasses three distinct landscapes - downs, moorland, and woodland. The common is situated on the eastern edge of the Suffolk Sandlings, an area known for its diverse natural beauty.

The downs of Belton Common are characterized by their gently sloping hills and rolling grasslands. These open spaces provide stunning panoramic views, making it a popular spot for walkers and nature lovers. The moorland section, on the other hand, is a unique habitat featuring heather, gorse, and bracken. This area is home to a variety of bird species, including skylarks and stonechats.

The woodland section of Belton Common is a haven for wildlife, boasting ancient oak trees, birch, and holly. This dense forest provides a sheltered habitat for a wide range of species, including deer, badgers, and foxes.

Belton Common is managed by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust, ensuring its conservation and protection. The trust actively works to maintain the natural balance of these diverse landscapes, allowing visitors to experience the beauty of the area while preserving its unique flora and fauna.

Visitors to Belton Common can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing them to explore the different habitats and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. The common also offers opportunities for picnicking and birdwatching, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings.

Overall, Belton Common is a hidden gem in Suffolk, offering a rich tapestry of downs, moorland, and woodland, making it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the British countryside.

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Belton Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.559099/1.6492678 or Grid Reference TG4701. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Caldecott Mill <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1051009?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1051009?section=official-list-entry">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>
Caldecott Mill
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Pettingell's Mill at Seven Mile House <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1050526?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1050526?section=official-list-entry">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>
Pettingell's Mill at Seven Mile House
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River Waveney at Langley Marshes
River Waveney at Langley Marshes
Pine cones on path through Waveney Forest After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Pine cones on path through Waveney Forest
After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Footpath marker beside bridleway in Waveney Forest After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Footpath marker beside bridleway in Waveney Forest
After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Forestry tractor parked in Waveney Forest After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Forestry tractor parked in Waveney Forest
After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Bundles of reeds stacked beside a track in Waveney Forest After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Bundles of reeds stacked beside a track in Waveney Forest
After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Rusty old shed in Waveney Forest Probably the only intact survivor of the WW2 infantry training camp.
Rusty old shed in Waveney Forest
Probably the only intact survivor of the WW2 infantry training camp.
Rusty old shed in Waveney Forest Probably the only intact survivor of the WW2 infantry training camp.
Rusty old shed in Waveney Forest
Probably the only intact survivor of the WW2 infantry training camp.
Weathered old shed door, Waveney Forest For a full view of this location see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2421525" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2421525">Link</a>.
Weathered old shed door, Waveney Forest
For a full view of this location see > Link.
Path through Waveney Forest After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
Path through Waveney Forest
After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
One of many paths traversing Waveney Forest After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
One of many paths traversing Waveney Forest
After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
A junction of paths in Waveney Forest After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
A junction of paths in Waveney Forest
After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
One of the many paths traversing Waveney Forest After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
One of the many paths traversing Waveney Forest
After years of local objections to turn this area into a huge gravel extraction pit, the woodland has recently been excluded from a list of sites required for extraction.
East Suffolk line through Waveney Forest - Forest Lodge The bungalow now called Forest Lodge once used to be a crossing keeper's cottage on the East Suffolk line. It was built in 1859 and is one of the earliest buildings with a cavity wall for damp proofing. The line, initially running from Beccles to Halesworth, opened in 1854. It was later continued north to Haddiscoe on what is now part of the Wherry Lines, and in 1859 was opened to reach as far south as Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth. The Beccles to Lowestoft branch line was opened in the same year. In 1862 it became part of the Great Eastern Railway (GER).
East Suffolk line through Waveney Forest - Forest Lodge
The bungalow now called Forest Lodge once used to be a crossing keeper's cottage on the East Suffolk line. It was built in 1859 and is one of the earliest buildings with a cavity wall for damp proofing. The line, initially running from Beccles to Halesworth, opened in 1854. It was later continued north to Haddiscoe on what is now part of the Wherry Lines, and in 1859 was opened to reach as far south as Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth. The Beccles to Lowestoft branch line was opened in the same year. In 1862 it became part of the Great Eastern Railway (GER).
East Suffolk line through Waveney Forest - Forest Lodge The bungalow now called Forest Lodge once used to be a crossing keeper's cottage on the East Suffolk line. It was built in 1859 and is one of the earliest buildings with a cavity wall for damp proofing. The line, initially running from Beccles to Halesworth, opened in 1854. It was later continued north to Haddiscoe on what is now part of the Wherry Lines, and in 1859 was opened to reach as far south as Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth. The Beccles to Lowestoft branch line was opened in the same year. In 1862 it became part of the Great Eastern Railway (GER).
East Suffolk line through Waveney Forest - Forest Lodge
The bungalow now called Forest Lodge once used to be a crossing keeper's cottage on the East Suffolk line. It was built in 1859 and is one of the earliest buildings with a cavity wall for damp proofing. The line, initially running from Beccles to Halesworth, opened in 1854. It was later continued north to Haddiscoe on what is now part of the Wherry Lines, and in 1859 was opened to reach as far south as Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth. The Beccles to Lowestoft branch line was opened in the same year. In 1862 it became part of the Great Eastern Railway (GER).
East Suffolk line through Waveney Forest The overgrown trackbed south of the former level crossing at Forest Lodge. The line, initially running from Beccles to Halesworth, opened in 1854. It was later continued north to Haddiscoe on what is now part of the Wherry Lines, and in 1859 was opened to reach as far south as Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth. The Beccles to Lowestoft branch line was opened in the same year. In 1862 it became part of the Great Eastern Railway (GER).
East Suffolk line through Waveney Forest
The overgrown trackbed south of the former level crossing at Forest Lodge. The line, initially running from Beccles to Halesworth, opened in 1854. It was later continued north to Haddiscoe on what is now part of the Wherry Lines, and in 1859 was opened to reach as far south as Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth. The Beccles to Lowestoft branch line was opened in the same year. In 1862 it became part of the Great Eastern Railway (GER).
East Suffolk line through Waveney Forest - bridged culvert The bridge carried the railway over a floodwater culvert. The line, initially running from Beccles to Halesworth, opened in 1854. It was later continued north to Haddiscoe on what is now part of the Wherry Lines, and in 1859 was opened to reach as far south as Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth. The Beccles to Lowestoft branch line was opened in the same year. In 1862 it became part of the Great Eastern Railway (GER).
East Suffolk line through Waveney Forest - bridged culvert
The bridge carried the railway over a floodwater culvert. The line, initially running from Beccles to Halesworth, opened in 1854. It was later continued north to Haddiscoe on what is now part of the Wherry Lines, and in 1859 was opened to reach as far south as Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth. The Beccles to Lowestoft branch line was opened in the same year. In 1862 it became part of the Great Eastern Railway (GER).
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Belton Common is located at Grid Ref: TG4701 (Lat: 52.559099, Lng: 1.6492678)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Great Yarmouth

Police Authority: Norfolk

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