Baylham

Civil Parish in Suffolk Mid Suffolk

England

Baylham

St Peter's church, Baylham, from the east
St Peter's church, Baylham, from the east Credit: Christopher Hilton

Baylham is a small civil parish located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated approximately 8 miles north-west of Ipswich, the county town. The parish covers an area of about 2 square miles and has a population of around 400 residents.

Baylham is a rural village surrounded by picturesque countryside, characterized by its rolling hills and lush green fields. The village itself is made up of traditional English cottages and farmhouses, giving it a charming and quaint atmosphere. The architecture in Baylham reflects its long history, with some buildings dating back to the 17th century.

One of the notable features of Baylham is its Grade II listed church, St Peter's Church, which stands at the center of the village. The church has a rich history and features beautiful stained glass windows and a striking tower.

The village is also home to Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm, a popular attraction for both locals and tourists. The farm offers visitors the opportunity to see and interact with a variety of rare and endangered farm animals, including Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs, Suffolk Punch horses, and Red Poll cattle.

Baylham is well-connected to other parts of Suffolk, with good road links to Ipswich and nearby towns. The village offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it a desirable place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle within close proximity to amenities and larger towns.

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Baylham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.123272/1.068031 or Grid Reference TM1051. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Peter's church, Baylham, from the east
St Peter's church, Baylham, from the east
St Peter's church, Baylham, from the east
St Peter's church, Baylham, from the east
View southwards out of Baylham churchyard
View southwards out of Baylham churchyard
A14 West approaching junction 51
A14 West approaching junction 51
National Cycle Route 51 towards Ipswich
National Cycle Route 51 towards Ipswich
Lay-by on B1113 South of Needham Market
Lay-by on B1113 South of Needham Market
Solar Power
Solar Power
High roadside hedges near Baylham Common
High roadside hedges near Baylham Common
Field View from Hither Longfield Triangulation Pillar Looking north-westward.
Field View from Hither Longfield Triangulation Pillar
Looking north-westward.
Great Blakenham Church St Mary's church sits alongside the B1113 road to Needham Market.  It is conveniently situated directly opposite the Chequers pub, in front of which this photo was taken.
Great Blakenham Church
St Mary's church sits alongside the B1113 road to Needham Market. It is conveniently situated directly opposite the Chequers pub, in front of which this photo was taken.
Harvesting completed All is quiet now in this field north of Great Blakenham.
Harvesting completed
All is quiet now in this field north of Great Blakenham.
Bridleway to Great Blakenham This bridleway leads eastwards from near Hill Top Farm.
Bridleway to Great Blakenham
This bridleway leads eastwards from near Hill Top Farm.
Duck pond at Walnut Tree Farm, Baylham This farm is situated on a minor road between the B1113 and the village of Nettlestead.
Duck pond at Walnut Tree Farm, Baylham
This farm is situated on a minor road between the B1113 and the village of Nettlestead.
Baylham Mill This disused mill lies on the River Gipping.  It is now a private dwelling.
Baylham Mill
This disused mill lies on the River Gipping. It is now a private dwelling.
Footpath to River Gipping The path runs through a low bridge under the railway embankment.  The railway is the main line between London and Norwich.
Footpath to River Gipping
The path runs through a low bridge under the railway embankment. The railway is the main line between London and Norwich.
Private track at Baylham This tarmac track leads to a pit owned by Lafarge Aggregates.
Private track at Baylham
This tarmac track leads to a pit owned by Lafarge Aggregates.
Footpath to Pipps Ford The path crosses the main London to Norwich railway line.
Footpath to Pipps Ford
The path crosses the main London to Norwich railway line.
River Gipping Remains of a lock on the River Gipping, near Great Blakenham, Suffolk.
River Gipping
Remains of a lock on the River Gipping, near Great Blakenham, Suffolk.
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Baylham is located at Grid Ref: TM1051 (Lat: 52.123272, Lng: 1.068031)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Mid Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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