Forests and Woods in Eastern England Information about forests and woodlands in Eastern England including Ampthill Forest, Sandlings Forests, Stanford Wood, Stapleford Woods, Thetford Forest Park, Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertforshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Linclonshire.
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Ampthill Forest is an historic area of majestic ancient woods. The forest is formed from a number of woodlands spread out along the Greensand Ridge. The woods include semi-natural broadleaf woodlands, and coniferous plantations, all rich in wildlife and archaeology. Some of the woods have full public access, in others the public access is limited to formal routes. Deer roam through out the forest area, and wildlife is plentiful for those who are quiet and patient.
Bedfordshire
TEL: (44) 01780 444920
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An outstanding ancient woodland and rare surviving example of a medieval royal hunting forest. The great pollarded hornbeams and oaks support a wide variety of wildlife and there are many excellent walks and nature trails, as well as fishing in the lake.
Takeley, nr Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire CM22 6NE
TEL: (44) 01279 874040 (Infoline)
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The place for a peaceful walk which plays host to a large number of exotic trees. Stapleford is famous for it's Rhododendrons which are throughout the wood. A surfaced trail is available from the main car park and picnic site.
Lincolnshire
TEL: (44) 01623 822447
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The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben are one of Britain's most famous and recognisable landmarks. The Palace of Westminster is a historic building with exquisite architecture that holds both the Houses of Commons and Lords. The Houses of Parliament are full of history and nostalgia and represent democracy in Great Britain. Statues and monuments stand to great people such as Winston Churchill who delivered many famous speeches here during the war.
High Lodge Forest Centre, Thetford, Norfolk. IP27 0AF
TEL: (44) 01842 816010