Black Hill Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Black Hill Wood

Barn Close: early December 2023
Barn Close: early December 2023 Credit: Basher Eyre

Black Hill Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the South Downs National Park, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch trees, which create a vibrant and lush canopy that blankets the forest floor. These trees provide a habitat for a wide array of wildlife, such as deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous species of birds.

Visitors to Black Hill Wood can enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including walking, hiking, and birdwatching. There are well-maintained trails that meander through the woods, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. The trails also provide access to stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

One notable feature of Black Hill Wood is its tranquil atmosphere and peaceful ambiance. The absence of major roads or urban development in the immediate vicinity ensures that visitors can fully immerse themselves in the serenity of nature.

Additionally, the wood is home to an abundance of wildflowers, which carpet the forest floor during the spring and summer months, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors. This makes it an ideal location for photography enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Black Hill Wood in Sussex offers a delightful and enchanting experience for nature lovers, providing a tranquil haven where one can appreciate the beauty and diversity of the English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.079739/-0.23312861 or Grid Reference TQ2332. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barn Close: early December 2023
Barn Close: early December 2023
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.
Pease Pottage Radar Station Taking advantage of this relatively high site (140m above sea level), 80m above Gatwick airport, this is an air traffic control radar. Painted white to blend into the sky.
Pease Pottage Radar Station
Taking advantage of this relatively high site (140m above sea level), 80m above Gatwick airport, this is an air traffic control radar. Painted white to blend into the sky.
Telecoms mast, South Lodge, Pease Pottage, West Sussex One of several facilities in the area taking advantage of the relatively high altitude (water tower, radar station, reservoir). Much of the mast is masked by trees (similar to the radar station location) from most angles.
Telecoms mast, South Lodge, Pease Pottage, West Sussex
One of several facilities in the area taking advantage of the relatively high altitude (water tower, radar station, reservoir). Much of the mast is masked by trees (similar to the radar station location) from most angles.
Holmbush Potteries Industrial Estate, Crawley. Conveniently situated off the main A264 road between Crawley and Horsham. Features a large builders merchants premises and several smaller trading and industrial units.
Holmbush Potteries Industrial Estate, Crawley.
Conveniently situated off the main A264 road between Crawley and Horsham. Features a large builders merchants premises and several smaller trading and industrial units.
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.
Cottesmore School, Buchan Hill, near Pease Pottage, West Sussex A full boarding co-educational prep school (the only one in the UK - according to their website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cottesmoreschool.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cottesmoreschool.com">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ). A couple of sand traps of the Cottesmore Country Club golf course can also be seen.
Cottesmore School, Buchan Hill, near Pease Pottage, West Sussex
A full boarding co-educational prep school (the only one in the UK - according to their website LinkExternal link ). A couple of sand traps of the Cottesmore Country Club golf course can also be seen.
Bridleway through Cottesmore Country Club and School. The sign indicates a bend in the route of the bridleway that cuts through the country club and school grounds between Pease Pottage and the Broadfield neighbourhood of Crawley. At this point the public right of way is following the drive to the school. Behind the sign can be seen the flag of one of the golf greens.
Bridleway through Cottesmore Country Club and School.
The sign indicates a bend in the route of the bridleway that cuts through the country club and school grounds between Pease Pottage and the Broadfield neighbourhood of Crawley. At this point the public right of way is following the drive to the school. Behind the sign can be seen the flag of one of the golf greens.
Cottesmore Golf and Country Club - Golfer Taking a Swing The view is of a golfer on the fairway taking a swing at his ball.
Cottesmore Golf and Country Club - Golfer Taking a Swing
The view is of a golfer on the fairway taking a swing at his ball.
Woodsman's Hut, St Leonard's Forest. Forestry Commission Workshop.
Woodsman's Hut, St Leonard's Forest.
Forestry Commission Workshop.
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).
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Black Hill Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ2332 (Lat: 51.079739, Lng: -0.23312861)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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