A number of mature Scots pine and oaks are dotted around the meadow, creating a park like feel. These provide shelter and are a great place to sit under whilst observing wildlife. These trees and the surrounding oaks are evidence that the wild meadow was formerly a woodland. It would be a great project to replant with native trees and watch the woodland grow for future generations to enjoy.

As Monte Wood forms part of a much larger area of woodland it has a greater attraction for wildlife. The larger area of woodland is known to be home to badgers, deer and hares. Whilst the tree canopy provides a home for owls, buzzards and numerous other birds. If you approach Monte Wood carefully you may be rewarded with a sighting of the resident muntjac deer. A herd of red deer are frequent visitors and these along with roe deer enable you encounter three of the six UK deer species if you are both quiet and lucky.

The area is level with plenty of wide open areas. Cover from sight is helped by areas of gorse and a scattering of majestic trees. The land is well drained and surrounded by forest on two sides with open areas to the north and east.

An old pond is located in the south western corner is a wildlife magnet. Although currently in need of some restoration a natural water supply is always a useful addition to land.

From the main gate access is gained via a newly renovated stoned track leading through other areas of private woodland. Leaving the hustle and bustle of modern life behind, the track is suitable for most family vehicles. Please note the land comes with full vehicular rights of way.

Monte Wood is private with no public footpaths.

The possibilities for this wild meadow are endless. From camping to forest bathing. Monte Wood provides the opportunity for a new owner to engage in family forestry.

Managing a mixed habitat and learning bushcraft skills is a great way to escape modern life. Camping or building wildlife hides and all sorts of other outdoor activities can be done here.

The wild meadow and surrounding woodland adjacent to Knettishall Heath SSSI, cited for its large area of heath and grassland on calcareous soils. The wild meadows have great wildlife potential with numerous red,roe and muntjac deer residing in them.

Monte Wood is named in honour of Polish Soldiers who fought so bravely at the battle of Monte Cassino with the allied forces and who were housed in the woodland at the end of the second world war.

The 3rd Carpathian Rifle Division also commonly known as Christmas Tree Division due to the characteristic emblem of a cedar of Lebanon superimposed upon the Polish flag was a division that fought during World War 2 on the Italian Front. The division participated in the North African and the Italian Campaigns (1941–1945) as part of the British Eighth Army. The division fought in some of the most difficult battles during the Italian campaigns of 1943-1944 and distinguished itself in numerous actions most notably the Battle of Monte Cassino.

In 1947 the Polish resettlement act which established in law the right of serving members of all Polish forces to stay and become British citizens. The Polish Resettlement Camps became mini Polish nations. Polish schools were established to teach English to adults and children alike, sports were arranged, Polish cultural life celebrated, gardens were planted and facilities repaired. The advance parties arrived in the autumn of 1946 and during early 1947 the main elements of the division arrived at Brandon Station, Thetford, Norfolk for transportation to their camps. The 3rd Carpathian Division was distributed between numerous camps in Norfolk . The woods at Riddleworth became home to 3rd Heavy Machine Gun Battalion. It is important that their history is not forgotten. A memorial is found on the edge of the main woodland by the road.