Blindman's Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Blindman's Wood

St Leonard's Forest An open area of the forest located on the western side of Newstead Gill. — St Leonard's Forest Credit: Simon Carey

Blindman's Wood is a captivating woodland located in Sussex, England. This enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 20 acres and is nestled within the picturesque South Downs National Park. It is renowned for its natural beauty, tranquility, and rich biodiversity.

The wood gets its unique name from a local legend that tells the story of a blind man who miraculously regained his sight after spending time in this very forest. This tale adds an air of mystique and intrigue to the wood, attracting visitors from near and far.

Blindman's Wood is characterized by its dense canopy of towering oak and beech trees, which provide a sense of seclusion and shade during the summer months. The forest floor is carpeted with a diverse array of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, creating a vibrant and colorful display.

The wood is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, badgers, and a myriad of bird species such as woodpeckers and owls. The forest also boasts a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace.

Blindman's Wood is easily accessible, with ample parking available nearby. It offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with an opportunity to immerse themselves in nature's embrace. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply seeking solace in the tranquil surroundings, Blindman's Wood is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to reconnect with nature in the heart of Sussex.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.071599/-0.24017604 or Grid Reference TQ2331. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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.

The Hyde Estate, Handcross, West Sussex The Hyde is a private estate a few miles south of Crawley. The terrain is mainly wooded, with a variety of trees, deciduous and coniferous, of varying ages. The forested part of the estate is used for commercial timber production and for breeding and hunting game. The varied nature of the terrain is well suited to orienteering, as this group from Southdowns Orienteers are enjoying.

The Hyde Estate, Handcross, West Sussex

The Hyde is a private estate a few miles south of Crawley. The terrain is mainly wooded, with a variety of trees, deciduous and coniferous, of varying ages. The forested part of the estate is used for commercial timber production and for breeding and hunting game. The varied nature of the terrain is well suited to orienteering, as this group from Southdowns Orienteers are enjoying.

The Dragon Public House, Colgate, West Sussex At one of the main crossroads of this small village. The pub is named after the dragon which was said to live in the nearby St. Leonards Forest.

The Dragon Public House, Colgate, West Sussex

At one of the main crossroads of this small village. The pub is named after the dragon which was said to live in the nearby St. Leonards Forest.

Water Tower, Beacon Hill, Colgate, West Sussex This concrete water tower is built near to the highest point on Beacon Hill (146m above sea level). Colgate is situated on top of a long ridge of wealdland that stretches E-W between Pease Pottage and the outskirts of Horsham. Water pressure in the area would be quite low without the use of a water tower.

Water Tower, Beacon Hill, Colgate, West Sussex

This concrete water tower is built near to the highest point on Beacon Hill (146m above sea level). Colgate is situated on top of a long ridge of wealdland that stretches E-W between Pease Pottage and the outskirts of Horsham. Water pressure in the area would be quite low without the use of a water tower.

Forest Grange, in the heart of St Leonards Forest, Near Horsham, West Sussex Earlier maps (e.g. 1993) show this as the site of Forest Grange School. Later maps have dropped school from the name. It didn&#039;t looked like it was being used as a school at the time the picture was taken.

Forest Grange, in the heart of St Leonards Forest, Near Horsham, West Sussex

Earlier maps (e.g. 1993) show this as the site of Forest Grange School. Later maps have dropped school from the name. It didn't looked like it was being used as a school at the time the picture was taken.

Forestry Operations, St Leonards Forest, Near Horsham, West Sussex The forest is run by the Forestry Commission for commercial timber extraction. Here we see a lorry on the main access track (also a public bridleway) being loaded up with logs.

Forestry Operations, St Leonards Forest, Near Horsham, West Sussex

The forest is run by the Forestry Commission for commercial timber extraction. Here we see a lorry on the main access track (also a public bridleway) being loaded up with logs.

Arable Fields between Pease Pottage and Colgate, West Sussex A typical corn field to the south of the minor road between Pease Pottage and Colgate. Viewed looking SE.

Arable Fields between Pease Pottage and Colgate, West Sussex

A typical corn field to the south of the minor road between Pease Pottage and Colgate. Viewed looking SE.

Bridle Road To Bucks Head Through St Leonards Forest, West Sussex The start of the main route through the forest from near The Dragon pub. This is a public bridleway.

Bridle Road To Bucks Head Through St Leonards Forest, West Sussex

The start of the main route through the forest from near The Dragon pub. This is a public bridleway.

Ancient Boundary? Earthwall Adjacent to Bridleway Between Beacon Hill and the St Leonards Forest Bridleway Earthwalls are often found in forested areas an can signify the presence of a very old boundary line. They often feature distinctive trees (e.g. pollards, or yews). Here we see an earthwall in a beech wood. The public right of way (bridleway) runs close to and parallel to the earthwall for some way.

Ancient Boundary? Earthwall Adjacent to Bridleway Between Beacon Hill and the St Leonards Forest Bridleway

Earthwalls are often found in forested areas an can signify the presence of a very old boundary line. They often feature distinctive trees (e.g. pollards, or yews). Here we see an earthwall in a beech wood. The public right of way (bridleway) runs close to and parallel to the earthwall for some way.

Colgate Village Hall, Colgate, West Sussex This village hall is the centre for a lot of village life and is appropriately in the centre of the village! This particular hall building replaced one that was bombed during the second world war.

Colgate Village Hall, Colgate, West Sussex

This village hall is the centre for a lot of village life and is appropriately in the centre of the village! This particular hall building replaced one that was bombed during the second world war.

St Saviours Church, Colgate, West Sussex Centrally located in the village: almost opposite one of the two main road junctions; and near to the village hall. Brick built with a slate roof.

St Saviours Church, Colgate, West Sussex

Centrally located in the village: almost opposite one of the two main road junctions; and near to the village hall. Brick built with a slate roof.

Bridleway through Holmbush Forest, near Colgate, West Sussex This bridleway runs through Holmbush forest from Colgate to the main road between Crawley and Horsham (A264).

Bridleway through Holmbush Forest, near Colgate, West Sussex

This bridleway runs through Holmbush forest from Colgate to the main road between Crawley and Horsham (A264).

Golf Course at Cottesmore Golf and Country Club This golf course spreads over much of this grid square and into TQ2533. This view is from a public footpath, looking east. The large radar scanner of the Pease Pottage Radar station can be seen above the trees in the distance.

Golf Course at Cottesmore Golf and Country Club

This golf course spreads over much of this grid square and into TQ2533. This view is from a public footpath, looking east. The large radar scanner of the Pease Pottage Radar station can be seen above the trees in the distance.

Woodsman's Hut, St Leonard's Forest. Forestry Commission Workshop.

Woodsman's Hut, St Leonard's Forest.

Forestry Commission Workshop.

James 'Dan' Hall

Bridleway near junction of Grouse Lane and Blackhouse Road, Colgate, West Sussex View taken looking SSE. This bridleway leads to Newstead Farm (approx 1200m).

Bridleway near junction of Grouse Lane and Blackhouse Road, Colgate, West Sussex

View taken looking SSE. This bridleway leads to Newstead Farm (approx 1200m).

Junction of Grouse Road and Woodland Lane, Near Colgate, West Sussex Woodland Lane is a narrow metalled no through private road. A Post box is situated at the junction to serve the needs of around a dozen dwellings along Woodland Lane.

Junction of Grouse Road and Woodland Lane, Near Colgate, West Sussex

Woodland Lane is a narrow metalled no through private road. A Post box is situated at the junction to serve the needs of around a dozen dwellings along Woodland Lane.

Lower Grouse Farm, Grouse Road, Near Colgate, West Sussex A collection of farm buildings, including a barn and farmhouse on the south side of the road. View taken from the north, looking S.

Lower Grouse Farm, Grouse Road, Near Colgate, West Sussex

A collection of farm buildings, including a barn and farmhouse on the south side of the road. View taken from the north, looking S.

Entrance to Stone Edge Nurseries, Woodland Lane, near Colgate, West Sussex A small plant nursery in a very rural location, situated near the end of a dead end country lane.
Nursery on the N side of the Lane.

Entrance to Stone Edge Nurseries, Woodland Lane, near Colgate, West Sussex

A small plant nursery in a very rural location, situated near the end of a dead end country lane. Nursery on the N side of the Lane.

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Blindman's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ2331 (Lat: 51.071599, Lng: -0.24017604)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Lat/Long: 51.0707007/-0.2336124

New Barn Farm

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