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Hillhouse Plantation

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Hillhouse Plantation

Little Peters Field The name of the field according to West Grinstead's 1841 tithe map that is located to the north of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5130073">TQ1619 : Old Worthing Road</a>. Great Peters Field is just visible through the field boundary.
Little Peters Field Credit: Simon Carey

Hillhouse Plantation is a historic landmark located in Sussex, England. Situated in a picturesque wood and forest area, the plantation holds immense cultural and historical significance. The site covers a vast area, encompassing lush greenery, rolling hills, and enchanting woodlands.

The origins of Hillhouse Plantation date back to the 16th century when it was established as an agricultural estate. Over the years, it evolved into a thriving plantation, renowned for its production of various crops. The plantation's success was attributed to the fertile soil and favorable climate of the region. The scenic beauty of the area also contributed to its popularity among locals and tourists alike.

Today, Hillhouse Plantation stands as a testament to the region's rich heritage. It offers visitors a glimpse into the past with its well-preserved structures, including the grand manor house, barns, and stables. The architectural style of the buildings reflects the period in which they were constructed, showcasing a blend of traditional English and Victorian influences.

Moreover, the plantation serves as a hub for nature enthusiasts, offering numerous walking trails and opportunities for outdoor activities. The wood and forest surrounding Hillhouse Plantation are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including several rare and endangered species. The plantation also hosts various events throughout the year, such as farmers' markets, craft fairs, and guided tours, providing visitors with an immersive experience of the region's rural charm.

In conclusion, Hillhouse Plantation in Sussex is a historically significant site that combines natural beauty with cultural heritage. With its picturesque wood and forest setting, preserved structures, and diverse wildlife, the plantation offers a captivating experience for history buffs and nature lovers alike.

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Little Peters Field The name of the field according to West Grinstead's 1841 tithe map that is located to the north of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5130073">TQ1619 : Old Worthing Road</a>. Great Peters Field is just visible through the field boundary.
Little Peters Field
The name of the field according to West Grinstead's 1841 tithe map that is located to the north of TQ1619 : Old Worthing Road. Great Peters Field is just visible through the field boundary.
House near Rookcross Farm - and public footpath sign The sign points along the edge of the field as shown on the OS map, but the real path on the ground heads diagonally across the field. In my judgement the near side of the house is just about in TQ1619. Anything beyond that (including probably the rest of the house!) is in TQ1620.
House near Rookcross Farm - and public footpath sign
The sign points along the edge of the field as shown on the OS map, but the real path on the ground heads diagonally across the field. In my judgement the near side of the house is just about in TQ1619. Anything beyond that (including probably the rest of the house!) is in TQ1620.
Yard in Knepp Estate The yard near the farm buildings of Knepp Estate, taken on a very hot day.
Yard in Knepp Estate
The yard near the farm buildings of Knepp Estate, taken on a very hot day.
St Mary, Shipley: altar In many churches, the altar is the structure upon which the Eucharist is celebrated. It is usually centrally located in the sanctuary, and as such the focus of attention. It may have certain objects placed upon it such as a cross, candles or flowers. Many larger churches have a side altar, often used for smaller services such as Matins or by church affiliated groups such as the Mothers' Union.
St Mary, Shipley: altar
In many churches, the altar is the structure upon which the Eucharist is celebrated. It is usually centrally located in the sanctuary, and as such the focus of attention. It may have certain objects placed upon it such as a cross, candles or flowers. Many larger churches have a side altar, often used for smaller services such as Matins or by church affiliated groups such as the Mothers' Union.
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St Mary, Shipley: memorial (1)
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St Mary, Shipley: Roll of Honour In the early days of World War One, the enthusiastic patriotism with which young men queued up to join the army gave rise to the concept of a roll of honour. During that period, most believed the war would be won swiftly and casualties would be small. However, as the war dragged on and the dead multiplied, more and more recruits were needed. The roll became less definitive: often men who had moved away for work enlisted elsewhere. They nevertheless remain a poignant symbol of initial optimism and enduring pride.
St Mary, Shipley: Roll of Honour
In the early days of World War One, the enthusiastic patriotism with which young men queued up to join the army gave rise to the concept of a roll of honour. During that period, most believed the war would be won swiftly and casualties would be small. However, as the war dragged on and the dead multiplied, more and more recruits were needed. The roll became less definitive: often men who had moved away for work enlisted elsewhere. They nevertheless remain a poignant symbol of initial optimism and enduring pride.
St Mary, Shipley: stained glass window (1) Intricate and colourful windows in churches and cathedrals greatly add to the ambience, although many early examples in England were smashed by the Puritans and replaced with plain glass. There was a huge revival in the 19th Century with many elaborate new stained glass windows created. The 20th century saw the development of new techniques, including Gemmail, which overlaps pieces of stained glass without using lead. New windows are still being commissioned today, while the oldest known ones are still in place within the Ancestors of Christ window on the south side of Canterbury Cathedral.
St Mary, Shipley: stained glass window (1)
Intricate and colourful windows in churches and cathedrals greatly add to the ambience, although many early examples in England were smashed by the Puritans and replaced with plain glass. There was a huge revival in the 19th Century with many elaborate new stained glass windows created. The 20th century saw the development of new techniques, including Gemmail, which overlaps pieces of stained glass without using lead. New windows are still being commissioned today, while the oldest known ones are still in place within the Ancestors of Christ window on the south side of Canterbury Cathedral.
St Mary, Shipley: font The font in a Christian church is that place where new members are inducted in a ceremony known as a christening. Fonts are often symbolically placed at or near the entrance. Typically, the font is between 90 and 130 centimetres tall and sculpted in stone- although wood and metal are sometimes used. During the ceremony, a priest traces the sign of the cross on the new member’s forehead. If an infant, several adults will be asked to be godparents. They will then pledge at the font to guide the child on their Christian journey.
St Mary, Shipley: font
The font in a Christian church is that place where new members are inducted in a ceremony known as a christening. Fonts are often symbolically placed at or near the entrance. Typically, the font is between 90 and 130 centimetres tall and sculpted in stone- although wood and metal are sometimes used. During the ceremony, a priest traces the sign of the cross on the new member’s forehead. If an infant, several adults will be asked to be godparents. They will then pledge at the font to guide the child on their Christian journey.
St Mary, Shipley: lectern In the Christian Church, the lectern is the stand on which the Bible rests and from which the lessons (Scripture passages) are read during the service. The lessons may be read or chanted by a priest, deacon, minister, or layperson, depending upon the liturgical traditions of the community. The lectern is normally set in front of the pews, so that the reader or speaker faces the congregation. They are usually made of wood or metal.
St Mary, Shipley: lectern
In the Christian Church, the lectern is the stand on which the Bible rests and from which the lessons (Scripture passages) are read during the service. The lessons may be read or chanted by a priest, deacon, minister, or layperson, depending upon the liturgical traditions of the community. The lectern is normally set in front of the pews, so that the reader or speaker faces the congregation. They are usually made of wood or metal.
St Mary, Shipley: The Bishop's Chair
St Mary, Shipley: The Bishop's Chair
St Mary, Shipley: stained glass window (2)
St Mary, Shipley: stained glass window (2)
St Mary, Shipley: Great War Memorial Many war memorials appeared in British towns and cities after the South African War of 1899-1902 (known popularly as the Boer War), but most were constructed after the First World War, known to contemporaries as the Great War (1914-19). These were updated after the Second World War (1939-45), usually by adding a plaque with the names of those killed in that conflict. Almost every town and village in Britain has a memorial erected after the Great War, the commonest types taking the form of a cross, an obelisk or a statue of a soldier. Some occupy a prominent public space; others stand in the local cemetery or can be found inside the local church. Memorials usually commemorate the inhabitants of a particular locality, the former pupils of a school, or the members of a military unit or branch of the armed forces. Other memorials, often bronze plaques placed indoors, commemorate the employees of a private company or public institution.
St Mary, Shipley: Great War Memorial
Many war memorials appeared in British towns and cities after the South African War of 1899-1902 (known popularly as the Boer War), but most were constructed after the First World War, known to contemporaries as the Great War (1914-19). These were updated after the Second World War (1939-45), usually by adding a plaque with the names of those killed in that conflict. Almost every town and village in Britain has a memorial erected after the Great War, the commonest types taking the form of a cross, an obelisk or a statue of a soldier. Some occupy a prominent public space; others stand in the local cemetery or can be found inside the local church. Memorials usually commemorate the inhabitants of a particular locality, the former pupils of a school, or the members of a military unit or branch of the armed forces. Other memorials, often bronze plaques placed indoors, commemorate the employees of a private company or public institution.
St Mary, Shipley: organ The organ was invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria, a third century BC engineer. Fragments from one early organ in Pompeii are now in the Museo Nazionale, Naples. The first definition is provided by St. Augustine: “apropryte to the Instrument that is made of many pypes: and blowe with belowes." In 757, Emperor Constantine Copronymus sent an organ as a gift to Pepin, King of the Franks. By 1474, S. Petronio, Bologna, had a full scale 50 note organ with 9 stops. The low pipes in the largest cathedral organs produced some of the lowest sounds ever created by man. Perhaps predictably, given its extraordinary capabilities, a somewhat persistent element in the history of the organ is various puritan's criticism of it. Writers from Cicero to Milton saw it as a temptation away from virtue and reason. Nevertheless they continued to grow in range, power and tone. By the 19th century there was a vast amount of music for the organ. And to play it on? As many as 200 stops and 10,647 pipes….
St Mary, Shipley: organ
The organ was invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria, a third century BC engineer. Fragments from one early organ in Pompeii are now in the Museo Nazionale, Naples. The first definition is provided by St. Augustine: “apropryte to the Instrument that is made of many pypes: and blowe with belowes." In 757, Emperor Constantine Copronymus sent an organ as a gift to Pepin, King of the Franks. By 1474, S. Petronio, Bologna, had a full scale 50 note organ with 9 stops. The low pipes in the largest cathedral organs produced some of the lowest sounds ever created by man. Perhaps predictably, given its extraordinary capabilities, a somewhat persistent element in the history of the organ is various puritan's criticism of it. Writers from Cicero to Milton saw it as a temptation away from virtue and reason. Nevertheless they continued to grow in range, power and tone. By the 19th century there was a vast amount of music for the organ. And to play it on? As many as 200 stops and 10,647 pipes….
St Mary, Shipley: tomb memorial
St Mary, Shipley: tomb memorial
St Mary, Shipley: stained glass window (3)
St Mary, Shipley: stained glass window (3)
St Mary, Shipley: mosaic
St Mary, Shipley: mosaic
St Mary, Shipley: pulpit A pulpit is a raised stand for preachers in a Christian church. It comes from the Latin 'pulpitum' meaning platform or staging. It is raised well above the surrounding floor for audibility and visibility, accessed by steps, with sides coming to about waist height. Many have a canopy known as the 'abat-voix', a sounding board to project the preacher's voice to congregation.
St Mary, Shipley: pulpit
A pulpit is a raised stand for preachers in a Christian church. It comes from the Latin 'pulpitum' meaning platform or staging. It is raised well above the surrounding floor for audibility and visibility, accessed by steps, with sides coming to about waist height. Many have a canopy known as the 'abat-voix', a sounding board to project the preacher's voice to congregation.
St Mary, Shipley: choir stalls
St Mary, Shipley: choir stalls
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Hillhouse Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TQ1621 (Lat: 50.985388, Lng: -0.34453905)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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