Baldhorns Copse

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Baldhorns Copse

Ghyll Manor Hotel, Rusper, West Sussex Originally a private house, this hotel now provides luxurious accommodation in a rural setting in the small village of Rusper.
Ghyll Manor Hotel, Rusper, West Sussex Credit: Pete Chapman

Baldhorns Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this enchanting forest is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem.

The copse is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a wide variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is covered with a lush carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and mosses, adding to its enchanting ambiance.

The copse is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, which make it easily accessible for visitors. These trails wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. Along the way, one may encounter wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and an array of bird species.

Baldhorns Copse is also home to a small pond, which serves as a watering hole for various animals and attracts a diverse range of aquatic life. The pond is a popular spot for birdwatchers, as it attracts a variety of water-loving birds such as ducks and herons.

The copse is a haven for nature lovers and provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. It offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life and allows visitors to reconnect with nature in a serene and picturesque setting.

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Baldhorns Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.117256/-0.282521 or Grid Reference TQ2036. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ghyll Manor Hotel, Rusper, West Sussex Originally a private house, this hotel now provides luxurious accommodation in a rural setting in the small village of Rusper.
Ghyll Manor Hotel, Rusper, West Sussex
Originally a private house, this hotel now provides luxurious accommodation in a rural setting in the small village of Rusper.
Pond in the grounds of Ghyll Manor Hotel, Rusper, West Sussex The grounds of the hotel include an ornamental pond with water lilies and large goldfish. The view shows the pond in the foreground, with the back of the main hotel building in the background
Pond in the grounds of Ghyll Manor Hotel, Rusper, West Sussex
The grounds of the hotel include an ornamental pond with water lilies and large goldfish. The view shows the pond in the foreground, with the back of the main hotel building in the background
Wimland Farm, Near Faygate, West Sussex A standard sized farmstead for the area, and one where farming appears to still be the main activity. Small pond behind the bushes on the left. View taken from the public road immediately to the N.
Wimland Farm, Near Faygate, West Sussex
A standard sized farmstead for the area, and one where farming appears to still be the main activity. Small pond behind the bushes on the left. View taken from the public road immediately to the N.
Road Junction near Wimland Farm, Faygate, West Sussex All narrow (single track) roads. The sign was a bit dilapidated - the central limb (to Faygate) was missing.
Road Junction near Wimland Farm, Faygate, West Sussex
All narrow (single track) roads. The sign was a bit dilapidated - the central limb (to Faygate) was missing.
Waffles Corner on the road between Rusper (West Sussex) and Capel (Surrey). Many such roads in this area. The rural population is quite high and these roads are often busy, hence quite wide and with lines down the middle.
Waffles Corner on the road between Rusper (West Sussex) and Capel (Surrey).
Many such roads in this area. The rural population is quite high and these roads are often busy, hence quite wide and with lines down the middle.
Houses at Gardeners Green, Rusper, West Sussex On the outskirts of the village of Rusper. This is a private estate of houses. This is an example of ribbon development along the existing rural roads. Viewed from Horsham Road looking N.
Houses at Gardeners Green, Rusper, West Sussex
On the outskirts of the village of Rusper. This is a private estate of houses. This is an example of ribbon development along the existing rural roads. Viewed from Horsham Road looking N.
Barn at Coombers Farm, Faygate, West Sussex Many of the farms marked on the map in this area have now become solely residential properties, with no indication of any farming activity. Coombers Farm, however, has this sturdy (and used) modern style barn.
Barn at Coombers Farm, Faygate, West Sussex
Many of the farms marked on the map in this area have now become solely residential properties, with no indication of any farming activity. Coombers Farm, however, has this sturdy (and used) modern style barn.
Tributary of River Mole, Near Coombers Farm, Faygate, West Sussex. The River Mole is one of the main rivers in the area. This is a very young tributary. The stream runs through a narrow strip of trees for around 2km at this point. See the River Mole again in grid square TQ2337.
Tributary of River Mole, Near Coombers Farm, Faygate, West Sussex.
The River Mole is one of the main rivers in the area. This is a very young tributary. The stream runs through a narrow strip of trees for around 2km at this point. See the River Mole again in grid square TQ2337.
Copse in Hay Field near Waffles Corner, Rusper, West Sussex One of many small patches of mature broadleaved woodland that are present in this area. The grass in this field has recently been cut for hay. Photo taken from the public footpath that runs by the copse E from Waffles Corner.
Copse in Hay Field near Waffles Corner, Rusper, West Sussex
One of many small patches of mature broadleaved woodland that are present in this area. The grass in this field has recently been cut for hay. Photo taken from the public footpath that runs by the copse E from Waffles Corner.
Junction of Partridge Lane and Rusper Road, Near Rusper, West Sussex. NB. This junction is just into Surrey.
The roads at this junction lead to Charlwood (Surrey), Newdigate (Surrey) and Rusper (West Sussex).
Junction of Partridge Lane and Rusper Road, Near Rusper, West Sussex.
NB. This junction is just into Surrey. The roads at this junction lead to Charlwood (Surrey), Newdigate (Surrey) and Rusper (West Sussex).
The Lamb Inn, Lambs Green, Near Rusper, West Sussex. A popular pub being well used on this summer Thursday evening.
The Lamb Inn, Lambs Green, Near Rusper, West Sussex.
A popular pub being well used on this summer Thursday evening.
Junction of Rusper Road, East Street, and Lambs Green, near Lambs Green, Rusper, west Sussex. One of two road junctions on the road that runs through this grid square.
Junction of Rusper Road, East Street, and Lambs Green, near Lambs Green, Rusper, west Sussex.
One of two road junctions on the road that runs through this grid square.
Junction of Rusper Road and Longhurst Lane near Rusper, West Sussex A typical rural road junction (and only one in this grid square).
Junction of Rusper Road and Longhurst Lane near Rusper, West Sussex
A typical rural road junction (and only one in this grid square).
Public Footpath to Ifield at Lambs Green, West Sussex This path starts at Lambs Green next to The Lamb public house. The early part of the route (shown here) passes between two fences in a wooded area. View taken looking N (back towards Lambs Green).
Public Footpath to Ifield at Lambs Green, West Sussex
This path starts at Lambs Green next to The Lamb public house. The early part of the route (shown here) passes between two fences in a wooded area. View taken looking N (back towards Lambs Green).
The Plough Inn, Rusper. A fine, old, weather-boarded village pub.
The Plough Inn, Rusper.
A fine, old, weather-boarded village pub.
Partridge Lane Just before its junction with Rusper Road, on a cold and sunny winter's day.
Partridge Lane
Just before its junction with Rusper Road, on a cold and sunny winter's day.
A snowy Rusper churchyard It is surprising that this photogenic and accessible village has so few geographs.
A snowy Rusper churchyard
It is surprising that this photogenic and accessible village has so few geographs.
A bend on East Street, Rusper Most of East Street is a rural road, and not very straight. Probably the name is derived from its origin in Rusper village centre.
A bend on East Street, Rusper
Most of East Street is a rural road, and not very straight. Probably the name is derived from its origin in Rusper village centre.
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Baldhorns Copse is located at Grid Ref: TQ2036 (Lat: 51.117256, Lng: -0.282521)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Rusper
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Horsham Road
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Ashfolds
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Millfields Farm
Place: farm
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Dial Post Park
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.1169655/-0.2890422
Power: pole
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