Bacon's Green

Settlement in Suffolk Babergh

England

Bacon's Green

Holton St Mary village sign on B1070
Holton St Mary village sign on B1070 Credit: Roy Hughes

Bacon's Green is a small village located in Suffolk, England. With a population of just under 500 residents, it is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Suffolk countryside. The village is known for its charming and idyllic atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Surrounded by rolling green fields and meadows, Bacon's Green offers a tranquil setting for its residents and visitors. The village is characterized by its traditional architecture, with many well-preserved thatched cottages dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. These quaint houses lend a sense of history and charm to the area.

Despite its small size, Bacon's Green boasts a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Green Tavern, serving traditional British fare and providing a gathering place for locals to socialize. Additionally, there is a village hall which hosts various community events throughout the year, including fairs and fundraisers.

For nature enthusiasts, Bacon's Green offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by beautiful walking trails, allowing residents and visitors to explore the stunning countryside and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. The nearby River Deben is a popular spot for fishing and bird-watching.

Although Bacon's Green may be a small village, its charm, sense of community, and natural beauty make it a truly special place to visit or call home. Whether it's to escape the hustle and bustle of city life or to immerse oneself in the beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Bacon's Green offers a serene and welcoming environment for all who venture there.

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Bacon's Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.995833/0.98884037 or Grid Reference TM0537. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Holton St Mary village sign on B1070
Holton St Mary village sign on B1070
B1070 at junction for A12 north
B1070 at junction for A12 north
Sutton Hill
Sutton Hill
The beginning of a footpath to Holton St. Mary
The beginning of a footpath to Holton St. Mary
Bean field near Holton St. Mary
Bean field near Holton St. Mary
Gate into the churchyard, Holton St. Mary
Gate into the churchyard, Holton St. Mary
The churchyard, Holton St. Mary
The churchyard, Holton St. Mary
Prepared field and Higham Hill
Prepared field and Higham Hill
Roadway near Sulley's Manor Farm
Roadway near Sulley's Manor Farm
Grass field near Sulley's Manor Farm
Grass field near Sulley's Manor Farm
Field of wheat near Holton St. Mary
Field of wheat near Holton St. Mary
War Memorial, Holton St. Mary At some stage in its history memorial has lost an ornamental lamp. This has been replaced by a cross <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1465009?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1465009?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>
War Memorial, Holton St. Mary
At some stage in its history memorial has lost an ornamental lamp. This has been replaced by a cross LinkExternal link
Field edge, Holton St. Mary Not a public footpath but seems to be well used as such.
Field edge, Holton St. Mary
Not a public footpath but seems to be well used as such.
The parish church, Holton St. Mary Grade II* listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1351596?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1351596?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>
The parish church, Holton St. Mary
Grade II* listed LinkExternal link
Sand Box on Higham Hill This hill clearly needs gritting in the winter as the road salt is ready and waiting.
Sand Box on Higham Hill
This hill clearly needs gritting in the winter as the road salt is ready and waiting.
Raydon Water Tower This water tower stands in the middle of Bett Vale Golf Club. Located on the minor road that heads in a southerly direction from the B1070 in Raydon.
Raydon Water Tower
This water tower stands in the middle of Bett Vale Golf Club. Located on the minor road that heads in a southerly direction from the B1070 in Raydon.
Raydon Hall Farm This workman like looking farm stands on the edge of the old Raydon Aerodrome it has the advantage that many of its farm tracks are concrete taxiways.  Clearly the yard was once an aircraft dispersal.
Raydon Hall Farm
This workman like looking farm stands on the edge of the old Raydon Aerodrome it has the advantage that many of its farm tracks are concrete taxiways. Clearly the yard was once an aircraft dispersal.
Holton's Sign The village sign in Holton St Mary. In the background a modern house in vernacular style
Holton's Sign
The village sign in Holton St Mary. In the background a modern house in vernacular style
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Bacon's Green is located at Grid Ref: TM0537 (Lat: 51.995833, Lng: 0.98884037)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.995833,0.98884037
Bus Stop
Holton Place
Naptan AtcoCode: 390010363
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
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Naptan Indicator: adj
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Naptan NaptanCode: sufagajt
Naptan Street: Bacons Green
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9961069/0.9897564
Bus Stop
Holton Place
Naptan AtcoCode: 390010364
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Holton Place
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Holton Place
Naptan NaptanCode: sufagajw
Naptan Street: Bacons Green
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9964385/0.9890937
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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