Henricks Wood, Thetford, Norfolk
- Land size
- 3.25 acres
Description
Nestled in the quiet countryside near Thetford, Riddlesworth lies in a landscape long known for its forests, open heath, and abundant wildlife. Close to the great woodland belt of Thetford Forest, this area has been shaped by trees and nature for centuries, offering a tranquil setting that feels far removed from the pace of modern life.
The parish of Riddlesworth has a history stretching back to the Domesday Book, when it was recorded as a small rural settlement surrounded by farmland, heath, and woodland. Over the centuries the countryside here has remained largely unspoilt, with quiet lanes, scattered farms, and natural woodland creating a landscape rich in character.
Today, the woodland around Riddlesworth is a haven for wildlife and a sanctuary for those seeking peace and privacy. Mature pine trees form a beautiful natural canopy, filling the air with the scent of resin and the gentle sound of wind through the branches. The forest floor changes with the seasons, from carpets of moss and ferns to autumn colours and wildlife tracks.
This part of Norfolk is renowned for its natural environment. Deer, hares, owls, woodpeckers and a wide variety of birds are commonly seen among the trees, while the surrounding countryside provides excellent habitat for butterflies and other native species. The combination of pine woodland and open rural landscape creates a rich ecosystem that is increasingly rare in modern Britain.
Owning a piece of woodland here offers more than just land—it provides a quiet escape. Whether used for peaceful walks, wildlife watching, conservation, or simply enjoying the calm of the forest, woodland in this area offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with nature.
Henricks Wood combines historic Norfolk countryside with the beauty of mature pine forest, creating a truly special place where nature, tranquillity, and wildlife thrive.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
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- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-10-09
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 23 Woodland listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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- Parking
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- Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Barningham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 70
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Hopton Church of England Primary Academy3.2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 46
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Garboldisham Church of England Primary Academy3.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 72
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- East Harling Primary School and Nursery4.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 191
- Type
- Foundation school
- Bardwell Church of England Primary School4.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 54
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- The Thetford Academy5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,398
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Ixworth High School6.5 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 512
- Type
- Free schools
- Old Buckenham High School9.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 501
- Type
- Academy converter
- Thurston Community College9.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,512
- Type
- Community school
- Diss High School11 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 877
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Walking trail
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Planning map: Flood Zone 1.
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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