Greenslade Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Greenslade Wood

Inholms Gill A tributary of the River Arun that rises in St Leonard's Forest.
Inholms Gill Credit: Simon Carey

Greenslade Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a well-preserved example of a mixed deciduous forest. The wood is situated on gently undulating terrain, with a variety of tree species that provide a vibrant and diverse ecosystem.

The dominant tree species in Greenslade Wood include oak, beech, and ash, which form a dense canopy and create a cool, shaded environment. These towering trees provide a habitat for a plethora of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and insects. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of bluebells in the spring, creating a stunning display of vibrant color.

A network of footpaths and trails wind their way through the wood, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its natural beauty. These pathways are well-maintained and make for pleasant walks, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings.

Greenslade Wood is also home to a variety of plant species, including ferns, mosses, and wildflowers. This diverse array of vegetation contributes to the overall biodiversity of the wood, providing food and shelter for its inhabitants.

Managed by a local conservation organization, Greenslade Wood is carefully protected to ensure its long-term preservation. This includes sustainable timber harvesting practices, tree planting initiatives, and regular monitoring of the woodland's health.

Overall, Greenslade Wood is a captivating and enchanting forest, offering visitors an opportunity to connect with nature and experience the beauty of Sussex's woodlands.

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Greenslade Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.057302/-0.27044197 or Grid Reference TQ2130. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inholms Gill A tributary of the River Arun that rises in St Leonard's Forest.
Inholms Gill
A tributary of the River Arun that rises in St Leonard's Forest.
Track, St Leonard's Forest The surfaced track heads north from the car park on Hammerpond Road to Mick's Cross.
Track, St Leonard's Forest
The surfaced track heads north from the car park on Hammerpond Road to Mick's Cross.
Grouse Road A minor road that links Hammerpond Road at Bucks Head to Pease Pottage, the latter an old entrance to St Leonard's Forest. Old Copse is on the right.
Grouse Road
A minor road that links Hammerpond Road at Bucks Head to Pease Pottage, the latter an old entrance to St Leonard's Forest. Old Copse is on the right.
St Leonard's Forest An open area of the forest located on the western side of Newstead Gill.
St Leonard's Forest
An open area of the forest located on the western side of Newstead Gill.
Newstead Gill A part of the River Arun catchment area that rises to the south of Pease Pottage and feeds Hammer Pond before joining Goldings Stream.
Newstead Gill
A part of the River Arun catchment area that rises to the south of Pease Pottage and feeds Hammer Pond before joining Goldings Stream.
Public Footpath 1702 Linking the High Weald Landscape Trail to the east of Grouse Road with Hammerpond Road, crossing Newstead Gill and Carterslodge Gill in the process. Plenty of fungi on the ground.
Public Footpath 1702
Linking the High Weald Landscape Trail to the east of Grouse Road with Hammerpond Road, crossing Newstead Gill and Carterslodge Gill in the process. Plenty of fungi on the ground.
St Leonard's Forest An area of the forest located to the north of Carterslodge Gill and east of Newstead Gill.
St Leonard's Forest
An area of the forest located to the north of Carterslodge Gill and east of Newstead Gill.
Carterslodge Gill Part of the River Arun catchment area that rises near Handcross and feeds Hammer Pond.
Carterslodge Gill
Part of the River Arun catchment area that rises near Handcross and feeds Hammer Pond.
Boggy Area, Hammerhill Wood Located to the immediate south of Carterslodge Gill.
Boggy Area, Hammerhill Wood
Located to the immediate south of Carterslodge Gill.
Hammerhill Wood Located on the southern side of Carterslodge Gill.
Hammerhill Wood
Located on the southern side of Carterslodge Gill.
Field next to Hammerhill Wood Not named as Lower Beeding parish was only formed in 1838 and thus was not surveyed for tithes. The mist is actually smoke from a nearby bonfire.
Field next to Hammerhill Wood
Not named as Lower Beeding parish was only formed in 1838 and thus was not surveyed for tithes. The mist is actually smoke from a nearby bonfire.
Jacksons Farmhouse, Hammerpond Road Dating from the 19th century.
Jacksons Farmhouse, Hammerpond Road
Dating from the 19th century.
Solar Panels, Woodbank, Hammerpond Road An old tennis court now used for generating electricity.
Solar Panels, Woodbank, Hammerpond Road
An old tennis court now used for generating electricity.
Hammerpond Road Viewed from the junction with Church Lane as it descends into a small valley containing Hammer Pond. This section is marked as Hammer Hill on older OS maps.
Hammerpond Road
Viewed from the junction with Church Lane as it descends into a small valley containing Hammer Pond. This section is marked as Hammer Hill on older OS maps.
Church Lane Heading south from Hammerpond Road to Lower Beeding.
Church Lane
Heading south from Hammerpond Road to Lower Beeding.
Hammer Pond The surviving hammer pond that once powered St Leonards Upper Forge which operated between 1554 and 1655. The pond bay still survives at the southern end, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654201">TQ2128 : Pond Bay, St Leonards Upper Forge</a>, though the former site, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654197">TQ2128 : Site of St Leonards Upper Forge</a>, has been landscaped by Mannings Heath Golf Club. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654199">TQ2128 : Hammer Pond Cottage, Hammerpond Road</a> at the western end is linked too.
Hammer Pond
The surviving hammer pond that once powered St Leonards Upper Forge which operated between 1554 and 1655. The pond bay still survives at the southern end, see TQ2128 : Pond Bay, St Leonards Upper Forge, though the former site, see TQ2128 : Site of St Leonards Upper Forge, has been landscaped by Mannings Heath Golf Club. TQ2128 : Hammer Pond Cottage, Hammerpond Road at the western end is linked too.
Mannings Heath Golf Club This section adjacent to Goldings Stream, viewed from Hammerpond Road, is believed to be the site of the former hammer pond for St Leonards Lower Forge. The works operated from 1554 to 1655, often in conjunction with a furnbace built on the site as well as the Upper Forge. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654210">TQ2129 : Hawkins Pond</a> was a pen pond for the Lower Forge.
Mannings Heath Golf Club
This section adjacent to Goldings Stream, viewed from Hammerpond Road, is believed to be the site of the former hammer pond for St Leonards Lower Forge. The works operated from 1554 to 1655, often in conjunction with a furnbace built on the site as well as the Upper Forge. TQ2129 : Hawkins Pond was a pen pond for the Lower Forge.
Site of St Leonards Upper Forge The forge operated from 1554 to 1655 in conjunction with the Lower Forge and Furnace downstream. Viewed from Hammerpond Road which contains the surviving pond bay, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654201">TQ2128 : Pond Bay, St Leonards Upper Forge</a>, that separated the site from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654184">TQ2128 : Hammer Pond</a>. Now part of Mannigs Heath Golf Club whose landscaping has disturbed the site which also contains a World War Two pillbox.
Site of St Leonards Upper Forge
The forge operated from 1554 to 1655 in conjunction with the Lower Forge and Furnace downstream. Viewed from Hammerpond Road which contains the surviving pond bay, see TQ2128 : Pond Bay, St Leonards Upper Forge, that separated the site from TQ2128 : Hammer Pond. Now part of Mannigs Heath Golf Club whose landscaping has disturbed the site which also contains a World War Two pillbox.
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Greenslade Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ2130 (Lat: 51.057302, Lng: -0.27044197)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.057302,-0.27044197
Scragged Oak Hill
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.0604736/-0.2725579
Mick's Cross
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.0589901/-0.2648332
Mill Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.0540286/-0.2752767
Man Made: water_well
Lat/Long: 51.0586761/-0.2665003
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