Bexleyhill Common

Wood, Forest in Sussex Chichester

England

Bexleyhill Common

View NE towards Hoe Hill
View NE towards Hoe Hill Credit: Ian Cunliffe

Bexleyhill Common, located in Sussex, England, is a picturesque wood and forest area that covers approximately 100 hectares of land. The common is situated near the village of Bexleyhill, which is known for its charming rural setting and is popular among nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The woodland in Bexleyhill Common is predominantly composed of native tree species such as oak, beech, and birch, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty and appeal. The woodland provides an important habitat for a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous species of birds.

A network of well-maintained footpaths and trails runs through the common, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings. The paths wind their way through the trees, providing opportunities for leisurely walks or more strenuous hikes for those seeking a challenge. Along the trails, visitors may come across small streams or ponds, adding to the charm of the woodland setting.

Bexleyhill Common is managed by a local conservation group that ensures the preservation of the natural habitats and the promotion of biodiversity. The group conducts regular maintenance work to keep the paths clear and to remove any invasive plant species that may threaten the native flora and fauna.

Overall, Bexleyhill Common offers a serene and idyllic retreat for nature lovers, providing a haven for both wildlife and visitors to enjoy the beauty of the Sussex countryside.

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Bexleyhill Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.017648/-0.69702531 or Grid Reference SU9125. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View NE towards Hoe Hill
View NE towards Hoe Hill
View ESE towards Leggatt Hill
View ESE towards Leggatt Hill
House at Redlands Farm
House at Redlands Farm
View SW towards Redlands Farm The Serpent Trail follows the edge of the wood on the right.
View SW towards Redlands Farm
The Serpent Trail follows the edge of the wood on the right.
The Lickfold Inn
The Lickfold Inn
View NNW towards Lower Gentilshurst Farm
View NNW towards Lower Gentilshurst Farm
Tree trunks and roots by Highstead Lane
Tree trunks and roots by Highstead Lane
View east across Knights Copse
View east across Knights Copse
The Lickfold Inn
The Lickfold Inn
New houses on Hurstfold Farm Road
New houses on Hurstfold Farm Road
New houses on Hurstfield Farm Road To me there is always something slightly surreal about newly built houses like this - before people move in.
New houses on Hurstfield Farm Road
To me there is always something slightly surreal about newly built houses like this - before people move in.
New house and view towards Bexleyhill You can see the mast of Midhurst Transmitting Station on the top of Bexleyhill.
New house and view towards Bexleyhill
You can see the mast of Midhurst Transmitting Station on the top of Bexleyhill.
Field west of bridleway The bridleway us behind the hedge, deeply sunken.
Field west of bridleway
The bridleway us behind the hedge, deeply sunken.
Bridleway 1076 heads north
Bridleway 1076 heads north
Serpent Trail near Henley
Serpent Trail near Henley
Searching southwards down the Bashire (7) Lane between Surney and Hurstfold Farms
Searching southwards down the Bashire (7)
Lane between Surney and Hurstfold Farms
Searching southwards down the Bashire (8) Between Poors Common and Bexleyhill
Searching southwards down the Bashire (8)
Between Poors Common and Bexleyhill
Searching southwards down the Bashire (9) Behind me the path from Vining Rough; to the left, road to Easebourne; right, road to Bexleyhill; and straight on, the road to Verdley Farm
Searching southwards down the Bashire (9)
Behind me the path from Vining Rough; to the left, road to Easebourne; right, road to Bexleyhill; and straight on, the road to Verdley Farm
Show me another place!

Bexleyhill Common is located at Grid Ref: SU9125 (Lat: 51.017648, Lng: -0.69702531)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Chichester

Police Authority: Sussex

What 3 Words

///tentacles.register.buckling. Near Fernhurst, West Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.017648,-0.69702531
Bexley Hill
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.0178191/-0.7010975
Post Box
Collection Plate: CP7
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 09:45
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: GU28 56
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.0200962/-0.701599
Midhurst transmitter
Communication Radio: yes
Communication Television: yes
Height: 117.7
Man Made: mast
Source: Bing
Tower Construction: guyed_lattice
Tower Type: communication
Wikidata: Q6842260
Wikipedia: en:Midhurst transmitting station
Lat/Long: 51.0171426/-0.7009472
Bexleyhill
Place: hamlet
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 51.0204427/-0.7019861
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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