Breckland Collection

The opening of Brandon Railway Station
5308386 The opening of Brandon Railway Station.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the opening of Brandon Railway Station in 1844. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Breckland thyme or wild thyme, Thymus serpyllum. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler

Wild thyme, Thymus serpyllum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants)

Curtis British Entomology Plate 581
Diptera: Messala saundersii = Bolitophila saundersii Curtis [Plant: Thymus serpyllum (Breckland Thyme)] Date: 1824-39

Milton Keynes MK14 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Milton Keynes MK14 6

Breckland IP25 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Breckland IP25 6

Breckland IP26 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Breckland IP26 5

Breckland IP25 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Breckland IP25 7

Breckland IP26 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Breckland IP26 4

Breckland IP24 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Breckland IP24 3

Breckland IP24 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Breckland IP24 1

Breckland IP24 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Breckland IP24 2

Knettishall Heath is one of Suffolks largest surviving areas of Breckland heath now managed by the Suffolk Wildlife
Knettishall Heath is one of Suffolk's largest surviving areas of Breckland heath now managed by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Picture No. 10886784
Field mouse-ear - in Breckland area (Cerastium arvense) Date:

Red-tailed Cuckoo Bumblebee (Bombus rupestris) adult female, feeding on Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare) flowers, Breckland, Norfolk, England, June

Exmoor ponies have been introduced to Knettishall Heath to help maintain the more open Breck Heath landscape

This large field next to Knettishall Heath, is in the Brecklands on the Suffolk, Norfolk border

Solitary English oak tree in winter farmland landscape. This large field is in the Brecklands on the Suffolk, Norfolk border

Knettishall Heath is one of Suffolks largest surviving areas of Breckland heath now managed by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Fingered Speedwell (Veronica triphyllos) flowering, Thetford, Norfolk, England, March

Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) three eggs in nest, Breckland, Norfolk, England, April

Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Breckland or Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum), Tiny suffruticose plant for borders
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume IV, Plate 103 by Francesco Peyrolery: Labiatae or Lamiaceae, Breckland or Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum)

Common Heather (Calluna vulgaris) in fruit, growing on frost covered heathland habitat at dawn, Knettishall Heath Reserve, Suffolk, England, November

View of path beside river, with recreated meanders on former canalised section of river, River Little Ouse, Knettishall Heath Reserve, Little Ouse Valley, Suffolk, England, November

Horse, Dartmoor Pony, adult, grazing on heathland at dawn, used for conservation grazing management on heathland reserve, Knettishall Heath Reserve, Suffolk, England, November

Domestic Cattle, beef bullocks, close-up of head and grazing, used for conservation grazing management on heathland reserve, Knettishall Heath Reserve, Suffolk, England, November

Domestic Cattle, beef bullocks, grazing on heathland, used for conservation grazing management on heathland reserve, Knettishall Heath Reserve, Suffolk, England, November

Domestic Cattle, beef youngstock, herd drinking at trough in watermeadow, Knettishall Heath Reserve, Little Ouse Valley, Suffolk, England, june

Purple Milk-vetch (Astragalus danicus) flowering, Cranwich Camp, Breckland, Norfolk, England, may

Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) trunks sunlit at dawn, in breckland heathland habitat, Knettishall Heath Country Park, Suffolk, England, october

Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) trunks silhouetted at dawn, in breckland heathland habitat, Knettishall Heath Country Park, Suffolk, England, october

Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare) close-up of flowers, Cranwich Camp, Breckland, Norfolk, England, july

Common Restharrow (Ononis repens) flowering, Breckland, Norfolk, England, july

Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare) flowering, with Bumblebee (Bombus sp. ) feeding, Cranwich Camp, Breckland, Norfolk
Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare) flowering, with Bumblebee (Bombus sp.) feeding, Cranwich Camp, Breckland, Norfolk, England, july

Kidney-vetch (Anthyllis vulneraria) flowering mass, Cranwich Camp, Breckland, Norfolk, England, july

Wildflower meadow in breckland habitat, Thetford Heath Reserve, Norfolk, England, august

View of breckland heath habitat, East Wretham Heath Nature Reserve, Norfolk, England, august

View of breckland habitat with dried out pond, East Wretham Heath Nature Reserve, Norfolk, England, august

Domestic Sheep, Hebridean, flock grazing in breckland pasture, Knettishall Heath Country Park, Suffolk, England, october

Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) habit, sunlit at dawn, in breckland heathland habitat, Knettishall Heath Country Park, Suffolk, England, october

View of path through breckland heathland habitat at dawn, Knettishall Heath Country Park, Suffolk, England, october

View of breckland heathland habitat at dawn, Knettishall Heath Country Park, Suffolk, England, october

Trail marker in breckland heathland at dawn, Knettishall Heath Country Park, Suffolk, England, october

Parsley-piert (Aphanes arvensis) flowering, growing on sandy soil, Breckland, Norfolk, England, may

Proliferous Pink (Petrorhagia prolifera) flowering, Cranwich Camp, Breckland, Norfolk, England, july

Tree Pipit (Anthus trivialis) adult, in song flight, Breckland, Norfolk, England, may

Tree Pipit (Anthus trivialis) adult, singing, perched on conifer, Breckland, Norfolk, England, may

Shepherd's Cress (Teesdalia nudicaulis) in flower and fruit, Breckland, Norfolk, England, may

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"Breckland: A Haven of Wild Thyme and Natural Beauty" Nestled in the heart of England, a captivating region that boasts an abundance of natural wonders. One such marvel is the enchanting Breckland thyme, also known as wild thyme (Thymus serpyllum). This aromatic herb blankets the landscape with its delicate purple flowers, filling the air with a sweet and earthy fragrance. Captured beautifully in Curtis British Entomology Plate 581, this mesmerizing plant symbolizes the rich biodiversity found within Breckland's diverse ecosystem. From Milton Keynes MK14 6 to Breckland IP25 7, this vast expanse stretches across various maps, showcasing its expansive reach. Venturing deeper into this remarkable territory reveals hidden gems like Knettishall Heath – one of Suffolk's largest surviving areas heath. Managed by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust, it serves as a sanctuary for countless species and offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in nature's embrace. Breckland's allure lies not only in its flora but also in its breathtaking landscapes. The meticulously preserved habitats are home to an array of wildlife that thrives amidst rolling hills and ancient woodlands. As you explore each corner marked on maps like Breckland IP26 5 or IP24 3, be prepared to encounter elusive creatures gracefully navigating their natural habitat. Beyond its picturesque scenery and vibrant ecosystems lie communities deeply rooted in history and tradition. Each village marked on maps such as Breckland IP24 1 or IP24 2 tells tales of resilience passed down through generations. Here, time seems to stand still as locals celebrate their heritage while embracing modernity. Whether you're seeking solace among fragrant fields of wild thyme or embarking on a journey through centuries-old villages steeped in charm, Breckland beckons adventurers from near and far.