Furze Field

Wood, Forest in Sussex Horsham

England

Furze Field

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 Credit: Pete Chapman

Furze Field is a picturesque woodland area located in Sussex, England. Spread across a vast expanse, it is known for its dense forests and abundance of various tree species. The field is predominantly covered in thickets of furze, a spiny evergreen shrub, which gives the area its name.

The woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with vibrant wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, creating a mesmerizing display during the spring months. The towering trees provide shelter to a myriad of bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.

Furze Field also boasts several walking trails and pathways, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. These pathways wind through the woods, providing an opportunity to immerse oneself in the peaceful surroundings and observe the local wildlife. The woodland is home to a diverse range of animal species, including deer, rabbits, squirrels, and foxes, which can often be spotted during a leisurely stroll.

The management of Furze Field is dedicated to preserving its natural habitat and protecting its biodiversity. The woodland is regularly maintained to ensure the health and vitality of the ecosystem. Additionally, the area is frequently monitored to prevent any illegal activities or damage to the environment.

Overall, Furze Field in Sussex is a captivating woodland that offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquil beauty of nature.

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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.

Pease Pottage Services At the (current) end of the M23, Junction 11. Operated by Moto.

Pease Pottage Services

At the (current) end of the M23, Junction 11. Operated by Moto.

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.

Corn Fields, Pease Pottage A very summery rural site. Ripening corn in this large field, which covers the N side of this grid square. Much of the rural sussex terrain is patches of trees interspersed by fields of various crops. Tilgate Forest can be seen in the far distance and Bensonshill Wood is on the right. High voltage electricity transmission cross the field (the pylons are just visible). View taken from the old A23 road between Pease Pottage and Handcross, looking E.

Corn Fields, Pease Pottage

A very summery rural site. Ripening corn in this large field, which covers the N side of this grid square. Much of the rural sussex terrain is patches of trees interspersed by fields of various crops. Tilgate Forest can be seen in the far distance and Bensonshill Wood is on the right. High voltage electricity transmission cross the field (the pylons are just visible). View taken from the old A23 road between Pease Pottage and Handcross, looking E.

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.

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 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.

Nashland Farm, Handcross, West Sussex. On the edge of The Hyde estate. View taken from estate road looking NE.

Nashland Farm, Handcross, West Sussex.

On the edge of The Hyde estate. View taken from estate road looking NE.

Roundabout on B2114 (with access from A23) between Pease Pottage and Handcross The B2114 follows the old route of the A23. This roundabout facilitates access from the southbound carriageway of the A23 dual carriageway to the road leading to Handcross from the north. There is no vehicular access to the A23 from here.

Roundabout on B2114 (with access from A23) between Pease Pottage and Handcross

The B2114 follows the old route of the A23. This roundabout facilitates access from the southbound carriageway of the A23 dual carriageway to the road leading to Handcross from the north. There is no vehicular access to the A23 from here.

Reclaimed A23 carriageway, between Pease Pottage and Handcross, West Sussex. This was the S bound carriageway of the A23 trunk road before a bypass was built for Handcross Primary School (and other properties to the N of the village). The original road was reverted to single carriageway (along the old N bound lane) and reclassified as B2115. The unrequired carriageway was broken up and reclaimed by bramble, hawthorn, and other native invasive flora.

Reclaimed A23 carriageway, between Pease Pottage and Handcross, West Sussex.

This was the S bound carriageway of the A23 trunk road before a bypass was built for Handcross Primary School (and other properties to the N of the village). The original road was reverted to single carriageway (along the old N bound lane) and reclassified as B2115. The unrequired carriageway was broken up and reclaimed by bramble, hawthorn, and other native invasive flora.

Coopers Wood (houses), Handcross, West Sussex A small development of about a dozen pre-war semidetached houses to the N of Handcross. Originally on the edge of the N bound carriageway of the A23 - bypassed by the present route of this trunk road.

Coopers Wood (houses), Handcross, West Sussex

A small development of about a dozen pre-war semidetached houses to the N of Handcross. Originally on the edge of the N bound carriageway of the A23 - bypassed by the present route of this trunk road.

Handcross Primary School, Handcross, West Sussex To the N of the village. At one time blighted by the adjacent A23 dual carriageway. The A23 was diverted to bypass the school and now follows a route 200m behind it. A traditional design of village school building. Run by West Sussex County Council.

Handcross Primary School, Handcross, West Sussex

To the N of the village. At one time blighted by the adjacent A23 dual carriageway. The A23 was diverted to bypass the school and now follows a route 200m behind it. A traditional design of village school building. Run by West Sussex County Council.

Handcross Park School Gatehouse, Handcross, West Sussex The other school in Handcross, and just over the road from the county council run Primary (see picture). This is a privately run preparatory school for girls and boys up to the age of 13. The picture shows the gate lodge at the main entrance to the mansion and 50 acres of school grounds. View taken from the B2115 looking E.

Handcross Park School Gatehouse, Handcross, West Sussex

The other school in Handcross, and just over the road from the county council run Primary (see picture). This is a privately run preparatory school for girls and boys up to the age of 13. The picture shows the gate lodge at the main entrance to the mansion and 50 acres of school grounds. View taken from the B2115 looking E.

The old Brighton Road at Pease Pottage Now replaced by the M23, this section of the old A23 is a cul-de-sac.

The old Brighton Road at Pease Pottage

Now replaced by the M23, this section of the old A23 is a cul-de-sac.

Parish Lane, near New Buildings Farm, Pease Pottage, Crawley, West Sussex A quiet &quot;no through&quot; road on the south side of Tilgate forest and the N edge of this grid square. The route itself continues (in unmetalled form) as a bridleway once it&#039;s crossed the London-Brighton Railway. The barn on the skyline is part of New Buildings Farm on the S side of the road. View taken looking E.

Parish Lane, near New Buildings Farm, Pease Pottage, Crawley, West Sussex

A quiet "no through" road on the south side of Tilgate forest and the N edge of this grid square. The route itself continues (in unmetalled form) as a bridleway once it's crossed the London-Brighton Railway. The barn on the skyline is part of New Buildings Farm on the S side of the road. View taken looking E.

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Furze Field is located at Grid Ref: TQ2532 (Lat: 51.073697, Lng: -0.21311702)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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