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Fornham St. Martin

Civil Parish in Suffolk St Edmundsbury

England

Fornham St. Martin

The A134 at Fornham St Martin
The A134 at Fornham St Martin Credit: Robert Edwards

Fornham St. Martin is a civil parish located in the county of Suffolk, England. Situated just a few miles north-west of the town of Bury St. Edmunds, it is a small and picturesque village that is home to a close-knit community.

The village is known for its idyllic rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and farmland. It is characterized by its charming thatched cottages, historic buildings, and beautiful green spaces. The River Lark runs through the village, adding to its natural beauty and providing opportunities for peaceful walks along its banks.

Fornham St. Martin has a rich history dating back to Roman times, and evidence of this can be found in the form of Roman pottery and coins that have been discovered in the area. The village is also home to the ruins of St. Martin's Church, a medieval church that was largely destroyed during the English Civil War. The remains of the church stand as a reminder of the village's past and are a popular attraction for history enthusiasts.

In terms of amenities, Fornham St. Martin offers a range of services to its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub. The village is well-connected to the surrounding area by road and public transport, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Overall, Fornham St. Martin is a peaceful and charming village that offers a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of nearby towns. With its rich history, natural beauty, and strong sense of community, it is a delightful place to live or visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.271242/0.726908 or Grid Reference TL8667. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The A134 at Fornham St Martin
The A134 at Fornham St Martin
Advert For Your Local Billboard add in the Tesco carpark for the local National Trust property Ickworth. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2872735" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2872735">Link</a> for 2012 billboard
Advert For Your Local
Billboard add in the Tesco carpark for the local National Trust property Ickworth. See Link for 2012 billboard
Roundabout at Hollow Road This roundabout is one of several entrances to the British Sugar factory.
Roundabout at Hollow Road
This roundabout is one of several entrances to the British Sugar factory.
Mystery gateway on town street Between the A14 bridge and a tiny house (probably a cut-off end of terrace) on Fornham Road, a town residential street, there exists a strong wire fence with a locked gate. Where might it lead? A map reveals the answer - a path leads to a large wild area that includes settling ponds for the sugar factory. Strangely the A14 bridge was built with space for a dual carriageway that was never built or even wanted - the extra space just provides a very wide pavement, partly visible in the foreground.
Mystery gateway on town street
Between the A14 bridge and a tiny house (probably a cut-off end of terrace) on Fornham Road, a town residential street, there exists a strong wire fence with a locked gate. Where might it lead? A map reveals the answer - a path leads to a large wild area that includes settling ponds for the sugar factory. Strangely the A14 bridge was built with space for a dual carriageway that was never built or even wanted - the extra space just provides a very wide pavement, partly visible in the foreground.
Mystery gateway in Fornham Road This is probably a better view of the mystery gateway shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2564121">TL8565 : Mystery gateway on town street</a>. The A14 dual carriageway was built through the town, requiring very little demolition. But it could be that this house did have neighbours - there is a similar terrace on the other side of the bridge. But also an isolated single house.
Mystery gateway in Fornham Road
This is probably a better view of the mystery gateway shown in TL8565 : Mystery gateway on town street. The A14 dual carriageway was built through the town, requiring very little demolition. But it could be that this house did have neighbours - there is a similar terrace on the other side of the bridge. But also an isolated single house.
Footpath Fornham Road to Bell Meadow This northern part of Bury St. Edmunds is divided up into a more or less rectangular grid by paved roads, unpaved roads, and footpaths. This footpath is opposite Avenue Approach so is presumably part of that grid.
Footpath Fornham Road to Bell Meadow
This northern part of Bury St. Edmunds is divided up into a more or less rectangular grid by paved roads, unpaved roads, and footpaths. This footpath is opposite Avenue Approach so is presumably part of that grid.
Field at end of Layham Drive A 4 photo panorama. Between the trees on the left can be seen traffic leaving Bury St. Edmunds on Fornham Road. The line of trees at the back of the field traces the route of the River Lark.
Field at end of Layham Drive
A 4 photo panorama. Between the trees on the left can be seen traffic leaving Bury St. Edmunds on Fornham Road. The line of trees at the back of the field traces the route of the River Lark.
A field with a letter box It is marked Priory Farm, but there is no sign of any human habitation - this is the field also seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2564211">TL8565 : Field at end of Layham Drive</a>. On the other side of the road is the Priory Hotel. Actually the letterbox has appeared since the Google Street View camera passed by. The gate was intact at that time too.
A field with a letter box
It is marked Priory Farm, but there is no sign of any human habitation - this is the field also seen in TL8565 : Field at end of Layham Drive. On the other side of the road is the Priory Hotel. Actually the letterbox has appeared since the Google Street View camera passed by. The gate was intact at that time too.
River Lark passes under Tollgate bridge To the south west of this bridge the road is Fornham Road. To the north east it becomes Thetford Road. The river probably demarcates the border into the parish of Fornham. A public house one field nearer Bury is also called the Tollgate so clearly there used to be a gate on the main road around here. There is no trace of old stonework though.
River Lark passes under Tollgate bridge
To the south west of this bridge the road is Fornham Road. To the north east it becomes Thetford Road. The river probably demarcates the border into the parish of Fornham. A public house one field nearer Bury is also called the Tollgate so clearly there used to be a gate on the main road around here. There is no trace of old stonework though.
Drain parallel to River Lark Under all that vegetation there is a so-called drain, running parallel to the river Lark. Actually there was no water in it at the time of the photograph.
Drain parallel to River Lark
Under all that vegetation there is a so-called drain, running parallel to the river Lark. Actually there was no water in it at the time of the photograph.
Drain on north of Thetford Road Hiding under all that vegetation is a (dry) drain, or rivulet. The view in the other direction is shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2564307">TL8566 : Drain parallel to River Lark</a>.
Drain on north of Thetford Road
Hiding under all that vegetation is a (dry) drain, or rivulet. The view in the other direction is shown in TL8566 : Drain parallel to River Lark.
River Lark north of Tollgate Bridge The view in the opposite direction to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2564287">TL8566 : River Lark passes under Tollgate bridge</a>.
River Lark north of Tollgate Bridge
The view in the opposite direction to TL8566 : River Lark passes under Tollgate bridge.
Northgate Avenue looking south As part of the rectangular grid, this end of Northgate Avenue is approached from a dirt track leading from Tollgate Lane.
Northgate Avenue looking south
As part of the rectangular grid, this end of Northgate Avenue is approached from a dirt track leading from Tollgate Lane.
Dirt track joining Northgate Avenue to Fornham Road Part of the rectangular grid of roads and tracks in this part of town. At the far end you can just see the brake lights of a car waiting to enter Fornham Road.
Dirt track joining Northgate Avenue to Fornham Road
Part of the rectangular grid of roads and tracks in this part of town. At the far end you can just see the brake lights of a car waiting to enter Fornham Road.
Dirt track to Avenue Approach As part of the grid of roads and tracks in this part of town this track crosses the paved road Avenue Approach and continues the other side. This section seems well used and well maintained.
Dirt track to Avenue Approach
As part of the grid of roads and tracks in this part of town this track crosses the paved road Avenue Approach and continues the other side. This section seems well used and well maintained.
Dirt track off Avenue Approach plus classic car A part of the rectangular grid in this part of Bury St. Edmunds, a further dirt track can be seen making a T junction at the end. This is the reverse view to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2564407">TL8565 : Dirt track to Avenue Approach</a>. It's always a bonus to include a classic British car in the shot, such as this Triumph Herald convertible. But who installed such an awkward approach to the garage?
Dirt track off Avenue Approach plus classic car
A part of the rectangular grid in this part of Bury St. Edmunds, a further dirt track can be seen making a T junction at the end. This is the reverse view to TL8565 : Dirt track to Avenue Approach. It's always a bonus to include a classic British car in the shot, such as this Triumph Herald convertible. But who installed such an awkward approach to the garage?
Narrow path leading to Northgate Avenue One of the smaller parts of the rectangular grid that covers this part of Bury St. Edmunds.
Narrow path leading to Northgate Avenue
One of the smaller parts of the rectangular grid that covers this part of Bury St. Edmunds.
Dirt track with a dead end, northern Bury St. Edmunds The grid pattern of roads and tracks in northern Bury St. Edmunds is generally complete, but this one has a dead end at the back of a row of houses.
Dirt track with a dead end, northern Bury St. Edmunds
The grid pattern of roads and tracks in northern Bury St. Edmunds is generally complete, but this one has a dead end at the back of a row of houses.
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Fornham St. Martin is located at Grid Ref: TL8667 (Lat: 52.271242, Lng: 0.726908)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: St Edmundsbury

Police Authority: Suffolk

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