Scotia Drift

Settlement in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Scotia Drift

Blythburgh station. Restored Southwold railway shed The last existing Southwold Railway building, after its 2020 restoration by volunteers from Halesworth to Southwold Narrow Gauge Railway Society — Blythburgh station. Restored Southwold railway shed Credit: Tim Royall

Scotia Drift is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. Situated in the East Anglia region, it is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, offering a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

The village is characterized by its charming rural architecture, with a mix of traditional cottages and modern residences. The community in Scotia Drift is tight-knit, fostering a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Residents take pride in their village and actively engage in activities that promote a sense of togetherness.

Nature enthusiasts will find themselves captivated by the surrounding scenery. The village is surrounded by rolling green hills, dotted with grazing livestock and vibrant wildflowers. The nearby countryside provides ample opportunities for leisurely walks, cycling, and horse riding. Additionally, Scotia Drift boasts easy access to the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering stunning coastal landscapes and diverse wildlife.

Although primarily a residential area, Scotia Drift benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. The market town of Ipswich is approximately 15 miles away, providing a range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural attractions. In addition, the village is well-connected by road, making it convenient for commuters.

Overall, Scotia Drift offers a lifestyle that combines the tranquility of rural living with the convenience of nearby urban centers. Its natural beauty, community spirit, and accessible location make it an appealing place to live or explore for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Suffolk.

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Scotia Drift Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.337362/1.6106867 or Grid Reference TM4677. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Blythburgh station. Restored Southwold railway shed

The last existing Southwold Railway building, after its 2020 restoration by volunteers from Halesworth to Southwold Narrow Gauge Railway Society

Tim Royall

Site of Blythburgh Railway Station

The Southwold Railway was a narrow (3-foot) gauge line from Halesworth to Southwold which operated from 1879 to 1929. The Halesworth to Southwold Narrow Gauge Railway Society is committed to preserving and restoring as much of the original railway as possible. This image was taken on a society open day and shows a token length of relaid track at the site of the old Blythburgh Station.

Oliver Dixon

The White Hart Inn

Beside the A12 close to Blythburgh Bridge, the White Hart Inn dates back to the 16th Century. .

Oliver Dixon

Southwold railway wagon

A replica SR wagon, built by HSNGRS volunteers. Placed on the relaid mainline, beside the platform, adjacent to the running in board at Blythburgh station. Station restoration being undertaken by HSNGRS volunteers.

Tim Royall

Frosty morning on Blythburgh station

Saturday 10/12/22 a frosty start to a volunteer's morning. Looking down the line to the west, from behind the buffer stop.

Tim Royall

Reconstruction of Blythburgh station in progress

Southwold Railway used to run from Southwold to Halesworth and this is the nearest station to the midpoint. The derelict goods shed Link has been rebuilt. The foundation for the station building is in place and the station platform sign has been erected. Link

Adrian S Pye

The rebuilt goods shed at Blythburgh station

The shed was rebuilt as part of the preliminary work when the work began on the reconstruction of the station.

Adrian S Pye

New track at Blythburgh station

The low platform is completed the base for the station building is just out of sight to the left, and the rails are in the process of being laid in the original configuration. The work is being carried out and financed by the Halesworth to Southwold Railway Society members, in conjunction with the Blois Estate and Blythburgh parish council. See the notice board for more details. TM4575 : Notice and information board

Adrian S Pye

Notice and information board

A little out of date but informative non-the-less.

Adrian S Pye

Bounding the remains of the Blythburgh Priory

Leaving Blythburgh station heading towards Wenhaston skirting marshland which is liable to flooding on the south bank of the river. Blythburgh Priory was a medieval monastic house of Augustinian canons, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, located in the village of Blythburgh in Suffolk, England. Founded in the early 12th century, it was among the first Augustinian houses in England and began as a cell of St Osyth's Priory in Essex

Adrian S Pye

Skirting Angel Marshes

For a photographic journey from Southwold to Halesworth visit Link

Adrian S Pye

The 5 mile mile post was close to here

Coincidentally a notice has been pinned to a post in the close proximity to where the 5 mile (from Halesworth) mile post was located.

Adrian S Pye

Remnants of a sleeper across the path

One of the original sleepers of the former narrow gauge (3 ft) Southwold Railway

Adrian S Pye

A small section of original rail

All the rails were taken up during WW2 for the war effort but this section remains because a gun emplacement was built over it. The emplacement was removed shortly after the war leaving a hump in the path, but the sections of line remain.

Adrian S Pye

Information board at Blythburgh station

The board explains the current work being undertaken by the Halesworth to Southwold Narrow Gauge Railway Society and the involvement from The Blois estate, on which much of the original railway once meandered. Old photographs illustrate some of the rolling stock and buildings.

Adrian S Pye

The former location of the bridge over the railway

The railway line ran the other side of the clearway sign and directly into Blythburgh station TM4575 : Reconstruction of Blythburgh station in progress The bridge was designated #11, was a girder bridge with brick abutments having a 29 foot span over the railway, carrying what was at the time known as the Yarmouth Turnpike, since renamed the A12. Originally described as a humpback bridge it was built over the Southwold railway in 1879 and rebuilt in 1907 with a wider span to facilitate the proposed second railway track, which never materialised.

Adrian S Pye

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