Braker Hill

Hill, Mountain in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Braker Hill

Serpentine wall at Henham Park This is the westernmost wall of the four walls which form the boundary of the Henham Hall walled garden, its length, extending to 120 yards or 110 metres. There is one segmental-arched doorway built into the southern half of the wall. The other three walls are of the normal variety each having wide access gates and enclose a total of about three and one third acres.
Built in the late 18th and early 19th century of red brick with brick copings, and amounting to about 3.5m. high. It is listed as a grade II building.
My grateful thanks to Hektor Rous for allowing me access. — Serpentine wall at Henham Park Credit: Adrian S Pye

Braker Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Suffolk, in East Anglia, England. As its name suggests, it is classified as a hill, but it should be noted that its elevation is relatively modest compared to other peaks in the region. Standing at approximately 120 meters (394 feet) above sea level, Braker Hill offers captivating panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

This hill is situated near the village of Braker, which lies about 5 miles southwest of the bustling town of Ipswich. The landscape surrounding Braker Hill is characterized by gentle slopes, rolling farmland, and scattered woodlands, making it an idyllic location for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The summit of Braker Hill is accessible via well-maintained footpaths, ensuring visitors can reach the top with ease. Once there, they are rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the Suffolk countryside, including the picturesque River Orwell meandering through the valley below.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an appealing destination for wildlife enthusiasts. Various species of birds, including kestrels and buzzards, can often be spotted soaring above, while rabbits and deer can be seen grazing in the fields.

Braker Hill is a site of historical significance as well. It is believed to have been inhabited by humans since ancient times, and archaeological excavations have yielded pottery and other artifacts from the Iron Age and Roman periods.

In conclusion, Braker Hill in Suffolk offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, scenic views, and historical interest, making it a cherished destination for locals and visitors alike.

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Braker Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.341453/1.5891833 or Grid Reference TM4477. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Serpentine wall at Henham Park

This is the westernmost wall of the four walls which form the boundary of the Henham Hall walled garden, its length, extending to 120 yards or 110 metres. There is one segmental-arched doorway built into the southern half of the wall. The other three walls are of the normal variety each having wide access gates and enclose a total of about three and one third acres. Built in the late 18th and early 19th century of red brick with brick copings, and amounting to about 3.5m. high. It is listed as a grade II building. My grateful thanks to Hektor Rous for allowing me access.

Adrian S Pye

A short length of serpentine wall on Henham Park

The wall is close to, but not part of the 120 yards or 110 metre length of garden wall. TM4478 : Serpentine wall at Henham Park

Adrian S Pye

The River Blyth

Sandy Gerrard

Footpath on the western side of the River Blyth

Sandy Gerrard

Halesworth Road

Looking east along Halesworth Road near to Blythburgh, Suffolk.

Keith Evans

Footpath and entrance

Footpath and entrance near to Blythburgh, Suffolk.

Keith Evans

Henham Park lake 'en fete' ...

From a temporary footbridge over the lake at Latitude 2016.

Peter Turner

Approaching the lake bridge at festival time

The continuing success of Latitude seems to have spawned a number of bridges over the lake, this being the major one and appears to be a permanent fixture.

Peter Turner

Henham Park lake and bridge

Latitude subjects the local ovine population to a transfiguration and leaves them in the pink. The normally secluded lakeside banks subjected to heavy foot traffic by humans but after a few days all is quiet again. But the sheep are presumably still pink.

Peter Turner