Fen Alder Carr

Perhaps one of the most mysterious spots in a County blessed with them; this is an intriguing woodland of large alder trees, ditches and a pond. Follow the boardwalk round the wood in to the large open area of fen and you almost step out of time.

The perfect place to soak up some of the sense of ancient, unspoilt mystery so characteristic of the Suffolk countryside.

Sitting in the heart of the Gipping Valley, Fen Alder Carr was declared a Local Nature Reserve in 1982, and is managed for people and wildlife.

For further information contact the Countryside Officer;


Countryside Officer
Countryside Service
Endeavour House
Russell Road
IPSWICH IP1 2BX


How to find us

From Needham Market, pass Hawks Mill, turn left at t-junction, right at Fen Lane.  There is a small car park at the entrance of the site.