Normans Copse

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Normans Copse

Modern Waymarker The Modern Waymarker is located  on the road.  Parish of Ashington (Horsham District). Carved stone plaque laid inside brick semicircle, erected in the 20th Century. 

Inscription reads:-  
ASHINGTON / LONDON / () MILES / WORTHING / 10 MILES

Milestone Society National ID: SX_XASH
Modern Waymarker Credit: Janet Dowding

Normans Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Spread across a vast area, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst nature's beauty. The copse is primarily composed of a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem.

The woodland is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including oak, beech, ash, and birch trees. These towering giants provide a canopy that shelters a rich undergrowth of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers. The forest floor is adorned with moss-covered rocks and fallen leaves, adding to its enchanting charm.

Normans Copse is also a haven for wildlife, offering shelter and sustenance to numerous species. Visitors may spot deer, foxes, badgers, and a plethora of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The tranquil surroundings create a perfect habitat for these creatures, allowing them to thrive undisturbed.

The copse is crisscrossed by well-maintained walking trails, inviting visitors to explore its natural wonders. These trails offer an opportunity to immerse oneself in the serenity of the forest, while also providing a chance to observe the diverse flora and fauna up close. The woodland is especially breathtaking during the autumn months when the leaves change color, creating a stunning mosaic of red, orange, and gold.

Normans Copse is not only a place of natural beauty but also holds historical significance. The woodland has been a part of Sussex's landscape for centuries and has witnessed the passage of time. It serves as a reminder of the region's rich heritage and the importance of preserving and appreciating the natural world.

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Modern Waymarker The Modern Waymarker is located  on the road.  Parish of Ashington (Horsham District). Carved stone plaque laid inside brick semicircle, erected in the 20th Century. 

Inscription reads:-  
ASHINGTON / LONDON / () MILES / WORTHING / 10 MILES

Milestone Society National ID: SX_XASH
Modern Waymarker
The Modern Waymarker is located on the road.  Parish of Ashington (Horsham District). Carved stone plaque laid inside brick semicircle, erected in the 20th Century.  Inscription reads:- ASHINGTON / LONDON / () MILES / WORTHING / 10 MILES Milestone Society National ID: SX_XASH
London Road London Road in Ashington near Church Lane looking northwards.
London Road
London Road in Ashington near Church Lane looking northwards.
London Road roundabout The roundabout at the north end of Ashington where London Road meets Billingshurst Road and Ivy Lane.
London Road roundabout
The roundabout at the north end of Ashington where London Road meets Billingshurst Road and Ivy Lane.
Oast Cottage Viewed from the Billingshurst Road the cottage is a Grade II listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1182086" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1182086">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>
Oast Cottage
Viewed from the Billingshurst Road the cottage is a Grade II listed building. See LinkExternal link
Footpath beside Nursery On footpath number 2607 as it passes the greenhouses of a Nursery on the outskirts of Ashington.
Footpath beside Nursery
On footpath number 2607 as it passes the greenhouses of a Nursery on the outskirts of Ashington.
The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul The church is a Grade II* (star) listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1027442" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1027442">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>
The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul
The church is a Grade II* (star) listed building. See LinkExternal link
All Saints Church, Buncton 12th Century Church in the tiny Parish of Wiston with Buncton.
All Saints Church, Buncton
12th Century Church in the tiny Parish of Wiston with Buncton.
Washington Common
Washington Common
Rock Common Sand Pit Looking south over deep sand pit near the centre of the square.
The sand is used for readymix concrete etc.
Rock Common Sand Pit
Looking south over deep sand pit near the centre of the square. The sand is used for readymix concrete etc.
St Peter and St Paul's Church, Ashington Extended in 1871. One of the bells (the stocks for which were renewed for the millennium) dates back to 1350.
St Peter and St Paul's Church, Ashington
Extended in 1871. One of the bells (the stocks for which were renewed for the millennium) dates back to 1350.
The Old School, Ashington Looking north. Built in 1872.
The Old School, Ashington
Looking north. Built in 1872.
The Old Mill Once a family owned water mill this is now a hotel.
The Old Mill
Once a family owned water mill this is now a hotel.
Shoots Garden Centre Situated just off the A24 at Washington, north of Worthing. In a square devoid of features, this modern garden centre and a nearby row of modern business premises are the only points of note.
Shoots Garden Centre
Situated just off the A24 at Washington, north of Worthing. In a square devoid of features, this modern garden centre and a nearby row of modern business premises are the only points of note.
London Road, Ashington Looking north from the southern end of the village. Once, as its name suggests, this was the main A24 London to Worthing road. Now the traffic has been diverted away onto a bypass and the main street has been traffic-calmed. In recent years the village has developed from being a straggle along the main road into a substantial dormitory village. Surprisingly, the church is on the outskirts of the village. This may be because a Roman building, possibly a villa, existed at Church Farm and maybe the original church was associated with it.
London Road, Ashington
Looking north from the southern end of the village. Once, as its name suggests, this was the main A24 London to Worthing road. Now the traffic has been diverted away onto a bypass and the main street has been traffic-calmed. In recent years the village has developed from being a straggle along the main road into a substantial dormitory village. Surprisingly, the church is on the outskirts of the village. This may be because a Roman building, possibly a villa, existed at Church Farm and maybe the original church was associated with it.
Ashington The A24 underpass at the south end of London Road looking south. The bypass skirts the eastern side of the village and joins up with the original main road just south of this point. The road under the underpass is the road to Hole Street and Wiston and also links up with the southbound carriageway.
Ashington
The A24 underpass at the south end of London Road looking south. The bypass skirts the eastern side of the village and joins up with the original main road just south of this point. The road under the underpass is the road to Hole Street and Wiston and also links up with the southbound carriageway.
Wiston Tearooms Wiston tearooms is at the southern end of the village. In the garden is a substantial collection of animals including various species of chickens, duck and geese, as well as two pigs, Henry - the infamous "Ashington pig" who was found wandering in the nearby village of Ashington - and George, goats, and a pony.
Wiston Tearooms
Wiston tearooms is at the southern end of the village. In the garden is a substantial collection of animals including various species of chickens, duck and geese, as well as two pigs, Henry - the infamous "Ashington pig" who was found wandering in the nearby village of Ashington - and George, goats, and a pony.
Fields of Hole Street Farm A view across this entirely agricultural square: the fields of Hole Street Farm, looking towards Upper Chancton, with the trees of Birth Copse in the middle distance. The hedge line in the foreground is probably ancient; it marks the parish boundary.
Fields of Hole Street Farm
A view across this entirely agricultural square: the fields of Hole Street Farm, looking towards Upper Chancton, with the trees of Birth Copse in the middle distance. The hedge line in the foreground is probably ancient; it marks the parish boundary.
Rosewood Cottage Ivy Close, Ashington, W. Sussex.
Rosewood Cottage
Ivy Close, Ashington, W. Sussex.
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Normans Copse is located at Grid Ref: TQ1215 (Lat: 50.923986, Lng: -0.39367405)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Motorway Junction
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Mill House Hotel
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Mill House Hotel
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