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Blinks Wood

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Blinks Wood

Old Milestone by the former A24, Mill Straight, Southwater parish Carved stone post by the UC road (was A24), in parish of Southwater (Horsham District), Mill Straight, West of Fieldings, against fence, on South side of road at end of bus lay-by. Steyning stone, erected by the Horsham & Steyning turnpike trust in the 19th century. Painted and re-engraved by Lionel Joseph in about 2011. Inscription reads:- 40 MILES FROM LONDON Carved benchmark upper centre, rivet on top. West Sussex HER. HER Ref: MWS8538 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MWS8538&resourceID=1032" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MWS8538&resourceID=1032">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> Milestone Society National ID: SX_LA40
Old Milestone by the former A24, Mill Straight, Southwater parish Credit: Lionel Joseph

Blinks Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. It is known for its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and tranquil atmosphere. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Blinks Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers.

The woodland is characterized by a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, and pine. The dense canopy provides shade and creates a vibrant and lush undergrowth, with bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns adorning the forest floor.

Wildlife thrives in Blinks Wood, with a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching. The woodland also supports a range of mammals, such as deer, foxes, and badgers, which can often be spotted during dawn or dusk.

Several well-marked trails and footpaths traverse the woodland, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders. The different paths offer varying levels of difficulty, catering to both casual walkers and more experienced hikers. Along the way, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views, peaceful streams, and secluded picnic spots.

Blinks Wood has a rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back centuries. The woodland was once used as a source of timber and charcoal production. Today, it is protected as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), recognizing its ecological importance and the need for conservation.

Overall, Blinks Wood is a captivating and idyllic destination that offers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its beauty, biodiversity, and tranquility make it a must-visit location for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Sussex.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.016713/-0.3574528 or Grid Reference TQ1525. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone by the former A24, Mill Straight, Southwater parish Carved stone post by the UC road (was A24), in parish of Southwater (Horsham District), Mill Straight, West of Fieldings, against fence, on South side of road at end of bus lay-by. Steyning stone, erected by the Horsham & Steyning turnpike trust in the 19th century. Painted and re-engraved by Lionel Joseph in about 2011. Inscription reads:- 40 MILES FROM LONDON Carved benchmark upper centre, rivet on top. West Sussex HER. HER Ref: MWS8538 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MWS8538&resourceID=1032" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MWS8538&resourceID=1032">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> Milestone Society National ID: SX_LA40
Old Milestone by the former A24, Mill Straight, Southwater parish
Carved stone post by the UC road (was A24), in parish of Southwater (Horsham District), Mill Straight, West of Fieldings, against fence, on South side of road at end of bus lay-by. Steyning stone, erected by the Horsham & Steyning turnpike trust in the 19th century. Painted and re-engraved by Lionel Joseph in about 2011. Inscription reads:- 40 MILES FROM LONDON Carved benchmark upper centre, rivet on top. West Sussex HER. HER Ref: MWS8538 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SX_LA40
Rear of house on Marlpost Road The house is called "Woodlands" according to the large-scale map. This is also a cross-grid shot. The camera was just in the square to the west.
Rear of house on Marlpost Road
The house is called "Woodlands" according to the large-scale map. This is also a cross-grid shot. The camera was just in the square to the west.
Godfreys of Horsham
Godfreys of Horsham
New plantings by the Downs Link
New plantings by the Downs Link
Copsale Farm
Copsale 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
Information board, 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>
Information board, 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
Ex-pub The Bridge House at Copsale.
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The Bridge House at Copsale.
Bar Lane, Copsale
Bar Lane, Copsale
Copsale sign
Copsale sign
Cycleway signs, Copsale
Cycleway signs, Copsale
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
Trees by the Downs Link
Trees by the Downs Link
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
Woodland by the Downs Link
Woodland by the Downs Link
Coppicing by the Downs Link
Coppicing by the Downs Link
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
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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Blinks Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ1525 (Lat: 51.016713, Lng: -0.3574528)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Located within 500m of 51.016713,-0.3574528
Bus Stop
Shipley Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400HO0003
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Shipley Road
Naptan Indicator: opp Southwater Country Park
Naptan Landmark: Shipley Road
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxapmam
Naptan Street: Mill Straight
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 51.0188135/-0.3526721
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Bus Stop
Shipley Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400HO0004
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Shipley Road
Naptan Indicator: o/s Southwater Country Park
Naptan Landmark: Shipley Road
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxapmap
Naptan Street: Mill Straight
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 51.0190265/-0.3526036
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Bus Stop
Foxfield Cottages
Naptan AtcoCode: 4400HO0031
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Foxfield Cottages
Naptan Indicator: The Green. opp 13
Naptan Landmark: Andrews Rd
Naptan NaptanCode: wsxapmpj
Naptan Street: Foxfield Cottages
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 51.0154953/-0.3516443
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Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Booth Colour: red
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Colour: yellow
Defibrillator Location: Inside red phone box Foxfield Cottages
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Man Made: telephone_box
Opening Hours: 24/7
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Lat/Long: 51.0155135/-0.3532151
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Post Box
Collection Plate: CP7D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Last Checked: 2021-06-06
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: RH13 159D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.0155137/-0.3531662
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Post Box
Collection Plate: CP7D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Last Checked: 2021-06-06
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: RH13 233D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.0210204/-0.3554222
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Rascals Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.0152399/-0.3554294
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Birchwood Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.0183693/-0.363861
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Woodland Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.0195038/-0.3629261
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