Threecorner Copse

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Threecorner Copse

Basing Wood A lone oak stands guard over an army of firs. Taken from North Lane bridleway just north of Coombelands.
Basing Wood Credit: Simon Carey

Threecorner Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this ancient forest is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. It is situated on the outskirts of a small village, providing a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The woodland is predominantly made up of oak and beech trees, creating a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a diverse array of flora, including bluebells, ferns, and wild orchids, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the copse.

Threecorner Copse is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at leisure. The paths wind through the woodland, leading to hidden clearings and secluded ponds, providing ample opportunities for peaceful reflection and wildlife observation.

The forest is teeming with wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature photographers. Visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers.

Threecorner Copse is also a site of historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and burial mounds dating back to the Neolithic period. Archaeological enthusiasts can explore these remnants and gain insight into the area's rich cultural heritage.

Overall, Threecorner Copse offers a serene and captivating experience for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Sussex.

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Threecorner Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.948172/-0.35322152 or Grid Reference TQ1517. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Basing Wood A lone oak stands guard over an army of firs. Taken from North Lane bridleway just north of Coombelands.
Basing Wood
A lone oak stands guard over an army of firs. Taken from North Lane bridleway just north of Coombelands.
Capite Wood Taken from the footpath that links Woodman's Farm with Buckells Farm. The dense cover of the firs gives it a spooky feel.
Capite Wood
Taken from the footpath that links Woodman's Farm with Buckells Farm. The dense cover of the firs gives it a spooky feel.
Footbridge, Capite Wood Carrying the footpath that links Woodman's Farm to Buckells Farm
Footbridge, Capite Wood
Carrying the footpath that links Woodman's Farm to Buckells Farm
Field near Dalesdown School Chanctonbury Ring can be seen between the two trees to the right just above the less than bucolic flytipping area. Taken from the point where the footpath crosses the farm road.
Field near Dalesdown School
Chanctonbury Ring can be seen between the two trees to the right just above the less than bucolic flytipping area. Taken from the point where the footpath crosses the farm road.
Pot Common Potcommon Furzefield to the left, Soil Wood to the right. Taken from the bridleway.
Pot Common
Potcommon Furzefield to the left, Soil Wood to the right. Taken from the bridleway.
Smiley Face, Honeybridge Lane Painted sign next to the entrance of Dalesdown Educational Establishment.
Smiley Face, Honeybridge Lane
Painted sign next to the entrance of Dalesdown Educational Establishment.
Flat Dossers Known a few of them in my time! Taken from the bridleway.
Flat Dossers
Known a few of them in my time! Taken from the bridleway.
Entrance to Whitefoots Wheelie bin standing guard. This is the point where the bridleway turns shapely west.
Entrance to Whitefoots
Wheelie bin standing guard. This is the point where the bridleway turns shapely west.
Jasmine Cottage, Rookcross Lane Situated at the junction of the lane with the entrance to Rooklands Farm.
Jasmine Cottage, Rookcross Lane
Situated at the junction of the lane with the entrance to Rooklands Farm.
Worthing Road, Dial Post Hard to believe that the A24 used to thunder through this village until the 1980s. Now all is quiet and serene. Dial Post is a hamlet within the parish of West Grinstead and grew in size from the eighteenth century onwards. The in is The Crown.
Worthing Road, Dial Post
Hard to believe that the A24 used to thunder through this village until the 1980s. Now all is quiet and serene. Dial Post is a hamlet within the parish of West Grinstead and grew in size from the eighteenth century onwards. The in is The Crown.
Grinders Wood Taken from the footpath that links Thistleworth Farm with Buckells Farm.
Grinders Wood
Taken from the footpath that links Thistleworth Farm with Buckells Farm.
Outbuildings, Honeybridge Farm Known as Starkers Farm on the 1940s map. Taken from the footpath that links Daylands Farm with Kings Barn Farm.
Outbuildings, Honeybridge Farm
Known as Starkers Farm on the 1940s map. Taken from the footpath that links Daylands Farm with Kings Barn Farm.
Field, Jessops Farm Taken from the footpath that goes through the farm.
Field, Jessops Farm
Taken from the footpath that goes through the farm.
Dying Deer, near Jessops Farm On the footpath that heads south from the farm. Both back legs seemed to be gone. Not much I could do I'm afraid.
Dying Deer, near Jessops Farm
On the footpath that heads south from the farm. Both back legs seemed to be gone. Not much I could do I'm afraid.
Entrance to Perrylands Seen from the A24.
Entrance to Perrylands
Seen from the A24.
Ford Clappers The name indicates the possible existence of a ford in the past perhaps using laid stones. Today this tributary of the western Adur is crossed by a footbridge.
Ford Clappers
The name indicates the possible existence of a ford in the past perhaps using laid stones. Today this tributary of the western Adur is crossed by a footbridge.
Ford Lane Once led up to Ford Farm and beyond to Ford Clappers. The public right of way has been rerouted through Claylands Farm and runs parallel to the west, this part is now a private road with no public access.
Ford Lane
Once led up to Ford Farm and beyond to Ford Clappers. The public right of way has been rerouted through Claylands Farm and runs parallel to the west, this part is now a private road with no public access.
Farmland near Claylands Farm Taken from the top of the small hillock to the west of Ford Farm with the South Downs in the distance.
Farmland near Claylands Farm
Taken from the top of the small hillock to the west of Ford Farm with the South Downs in the distance.
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Threecorner Copse is located at Grid Ref: TQ1517 (Lat: 50.948172, Lng: -0.35322152)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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