Bashurst Copse

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Bashurst Copse

Downs Link near Horsham The Downs Link walking and cycling path near Horsham in West Sussex.  The path follows a dismantled railway line.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link near Horsham Credit: Malc McDonald

Bashurst Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a natural gem offering tranquility and beauty to its visitors. The copse is nestled within the rolling hills of the Sussex countryside, making it an ideal escape for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The woodland is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for the diverse wildlife that calls Bashurst Copse home. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Walking along the well-maintained trails that weave through the copse, visitors can immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. The rustling leaves, chirping birds, and occasional scampering of small mammals create a serene symphony.

Bashurst Copse is known for its biodiversity, attracting a wide range of animal species. Birdwatchers can spot various species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and finches. The woodland is also home to mammals like badgers, rabbits, and foxes, which can sometimes be spotted during dusk or dawn.

Throughout the year, the copse showcases seasonal changes, offering different experiences to visitors. In the spring, bluebells carpet the forest floor, creating a breathtaking sight. During autumn, the changing colors of the leaves provide a stunning spectacle, attracting photographers and artists.

Overall, Bashurst Copse is a cherished woodland in Sussex, offering a peaceful haven for those seeking solace in nature's embrace. Its natural beauty, diverse ecosystem, and well-maintained trails make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Downs Link near Horsham The Downs Link walking and cycling path near Horsham in West Sussex.  The path follows a dismantled railway line.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link near Horsham
The Downs Link walking and cycling path near Horsham in West Sussex. The path follows a dismantled railway line. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Public footpath near Horsham A public footpath near Horsham in West Sussex.
Public footpath near Horsham
A public footpath near Horsham in West Sussex.
Downs Link, near Slinfold A view of the Downs Link path near Slinfold in West Sussex.  The path follows a dismantled railway line.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link, near Slinfold
A view of the Downs Link path near Slinfold in West Sussex. The path follows a dismantled railway line. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link, near Slinfold The Downs Link path near Slinfold in West Sussex, with a footpath leading off to the right.  The path follows a dismantled railway line.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link, near Slinfold
The Downs Link path near Slinfold in West Sussex, with a footpath leading off to the right. The path follows a dismantled railway line. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link approaching Slinfold A view of the Downs Link path as it approaches Slinfold in West Sussex.  The path follows a dismantled railway line.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link approaching Slinfold
A view of the Downs Link path as it approaches Slinfold in West Sussex. The path follows a dismantled railway line. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Hayes Lane, Slinfold, near Horsham Hayes Lane is a minor road in the village of Slinfold, near Horsham.
Hayes Lane, Slinfold, near Horsham
Hayes Lane is a minor road in the village of Slinfold, near Horsham.
Downs Link at Slinfold, near Horsham The path to the left of the houses forms part of the Downs Link path, which follows a dismantled railway line.  The path also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link at Slinfold, near Horsham
The path to the left of the houses forms part of the Downs Link path, which follows a dismantled railway line. The path also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Train at Christ's Hospital station, near Horsham A train passing through Christ's Hospital station, near Horsham in West Sussex.  The train is a Class 377 "Electrostar" electric multiple unit.  The railway here is electrified using the third rail system.
Train at Christ's Hospital station, near Horsham
A train passing through Christ's Hospital station, near Horsham in West Sussex. The train is a Class 377 "Electrostar" electric multiple unit. The railway here is electrified using the third rail system.
Downs Link at Christ's Hospital, near Horsham The Downs Link path at Christ's Hospital, near Horsham.  The path also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link at Christ's Hospital, near Horsham
The Downs Link path at Christ's Hospital, near Horsham. The path also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Former railway platform at Christ's Hospital, near Horsham A disused platform at Christ's Hospital railway station, near Horsham in West Sussex.  This platform was on the line to and from Guildford, which closed in the 1960s.  Two platforms at Christ's Hospital station remain open, served by trains on the Arun Valley Line between Horsham and the Sussex coast.

The Downs Link path makes use of the former trackbed alongside the platform.  The path also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Former railway platform at Christ's Hospital, near Horsham
A disused platform at Christ's Hospital railway station, near Horsham in West Sussex. This platform was on the line to and from Guildford, which closed in the 1960s. Two platforms at Christ's Hospital station remain open, served by trains on the Arun Valley Line between Horsham and the Sussex coast. The Downs Link path makes use of the former trackbed alongside the platform. The path also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link near Horsham A bridge carrying  a road over the Downs Link path near Horsham.  The path also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link near Horsham
A bridge carrying a road over the Downs Link path near Horsham. The path also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Christ's Hospital railway station (site), Sussex Opened in 1902 as "Christ's Hospital (West Horsham)" by the London Brighton & South Coast Railway on the line from Horsham to Havant, and Horsham to Guildford, this was the branch platform to Guildford which closed in 1965.
View east towards Horsham. Two of the main line platforms are still in use, out of view to the right - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4543921">TQ1429 : Christ's Hospital railway station, Sussex</a>. These Guildford line platforms were restored in 2020 as part of the Downs Link footpath.
Christ's Hospital railway station (site), Sussex
Opened in 1902 as "Christ's Hospital (West Horsham)" by the London Brighton & South Coast Railway on the line from Horsham to Havant, and Horsham to Guildford, this was the branch platform to Guildford which closed in 1965. View east towards Horsham. Two of the main line platforms are still in use, out of view to the right - see TQ1429 : Christ's Hospital railway station, Sussex. These Guildford line platforms were restored in 2020 as part of the Downs Link footpath.
Bullocks on Shiprods Farm This was intended to be a view of the farm, but these critturs insisted on hogging the camera.
Bullocks on Shiprods Farm
This was intended to be a view of the farm, but these critturs insisted on hogging the camera.
Shelley's Wood across an arable field
Shelley's Wood across an arable field
Shelley's Wood
Shelley's Wood
The lower slopes of Sharpenhurst Hill
The lower slopes of Sharpenhurst Hill
Farmland, Sharpenhurst Farm
Farmland, Sharpenhurst Farm
Downs Link The Downs Link is a 37-mile (59 km) footpath and bridleway linking the North Downs Way <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/snippet/174" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/snippet/174">Link</a>  at St. Martha's Hill in Surrey with the South Downs Way <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/snippet/1186" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/snippet/1186">Link</a>  near Steyning in West Sussex and on via the Coastal Link to Shoreham-by-Sea. Most of the route follows two dismantled railway lines, both closed by the Beeching cuts in the 1960s. The Shoreham-On-Sea to Christ’s Hospital line and the Christ’s Hospital to Shalford Junction line. The link opened in 1984. 
Cycle Route 223 follows the Downs link from Guildford to Shoreham.
The logo for the walk is the viaduct across the River Arun <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1870646">TQ0932 : Double Viaduct over the River Arun</a>.
A full history of the Cranleigh line (Christ’s Hospital to Shalford Junction) can be read at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cranleigh_Line" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cranleigh_Line">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Downs Link
The Downs Link is a 37-mile (59 km) footpath and bridleway linking the North Downs Way Link at St. Martha's Hill in Surrey with the South Downs Way Link near Steyning in West Sussex and on via the Coastal Link to Shoreham-by-Sea. Most of the route follows two dismantled railway lines, both closed by the Beeching cuts in the 1960s. The Shoreham-On-Sea to Christ’s Hospital line and the Christ’s Hospital to Shalford Junction line. The link opened in 1984. Cycle Route 223 follows the Downs link from Guildford to Shoreham. The logo for the walk is the viaduct across the River Arun TQ0932 : Double Viaduct over the River Arun. A full history of the Cranleigh line (Christ’s Hospital to Shalford Junction) can be read at LinkExternal link
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Bashurst Copse is located at Grid Ref: TQ1229 (Lat: 51.051668, Lng: -0.39229984)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.051668,-0.39229984
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: RH13 217
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.050378/-0.3975948
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.049308/-0.3907177
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.0500397/-0.3952068
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.0487924/-0.3885159
Church Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.0497378/-0.3866597
Toat Farm
Place: farm
Wikidata: Q26637056
Lat/Long: 51.0503178/-0.3989979
Bashurst Hill
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 51.0537437/-0.3946767
Crossing
Lat/Long: 51.0521196/-0.3987224
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