Brownhill Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Brownhill Wood

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

Brownhill Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Sussex, England. Situated near the village of Brownhill, the wood spans approximately 150 acres, making it a substantial forested area within the region. The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem.

As visitors enter Brownhill Wood, they are greeted by a well-maintained footpath that winds its way through the forest, inviting exploration and discovery. The thick canopy created by the towering trees provides a cool and tranquil atmosphere, shielding visitors from the elements and providing a haven for wildlife.

The forest floor is covered in a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the woodland scenery. Various species of birds can be heard chirping and fluttering amongst the treetops, while small mammals such as foxes, badgers, and rabbits scurry about in their natural habitat.

Brownhill Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The wood offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and enjoy the serenity of the surroundings.

Managed by the local conservation authority, Brownhill Wood is a protected area, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty for future generations to enjoy. The woodland serves as an important habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.930342/-0.37529685 or Grid Reference TQ1415. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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

Janet Dowding

London Road

London Road in Ashington near Church Lane looking northwards.

Chris Thomas-Atkin

London Road roundabout

The roundabout at the north end of Ashington where London Road meets Billingshurst Road and Ivy Lane.

Chris Thomas-Atkin

Oast Cottage

Viewed from the Billingshurst Road the cottage is a Grade II listed building. See Link

Chris Thomas-Atkin

Spear Hill

The junction of Spear Hill with Billingshurst Road.

Chris Thomas-Atkin

Footpath beside Nursery

On footpath number 2607 as it passes the greenhouses of a Nursery on the outskirts of Ashington.

Chris Thomas-Atkin

The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul

The church is a Grade II* (star) listed building. See Link

Chris Thomas-Atkin

All Saints Church, Buncton

12th Century Church in the tiny Parish of Wiston with Buncton.

Janine Forbes

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.

Janine Forbes

The Old School, Ashington

Looking north. Built in 1872.

Janine Forbes

The Old Mill

Once a family owned water mill this is now a hotel.

Janine Forbes

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.

Ron Strutt

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.

Ron Strutt

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.

Ron Strutt

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.

Ron Strutt