Bury Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Mid Sussex

England

Bury Wood

Track and footpath branching off Tanyard Lane The track goes to Oldhouse, footpath 3CR to Handcross.
Track and footpath branching off Tanyard Lane Credit: Robin Webster

Bury Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the South Downs National Park. The woodland is known for its diverse array of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

Entering Bury Wood, visitors are greeted by a serene ambiance created by the towering trees that dominate the landscape. Oak, beech, and ash trees are prominent, providing a dense canopy that offers shelter to a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, creating a vibrant and colorful carpet during the spring and summer months.

Walking through the wood, one can spot an abundance of bird species, including woodpeckers, tawny owls, and various songbirds. The tranquil atmosphere is occasionally interrupted by the drumming of a woodpecker or the hooting of an owl, adding to the woodland's charm.

Bury Wood is also home to a rich assortment of mammal species. Squirrels scurry among the branches, while badgers and foxes roam the undergrowth. In the evenings, lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of a deer gracefully navigating through the trees.

The woodland is well-maintained, with clearly marked trails that allow for easy exploration. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing an opportunity to reconnect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the Sussex countryside.

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Track and footpath branching off Tanyard Lane The track goes to Oldhouse, footpath 3CR to Handcross.
Track and footpath branching off Tanyard Lane
The track goes to Oldhouse, footpath 3CR to Handcross.
Tanyard Lane bridge over Foxhole Gill A bridge with no parapets, and a fair drop to the stream below.
Tanyard Lane bridge over Foxhole Gill
A bridge with no parapets, and a fair drop to the stream below.
Tanyard Lane towards Allens Farm The yellow sign warns of deep ditches to either side, which is true, in some places sheer off the concrete strips. This private farm access is also public footpath 4CR.
Tanyard Lane towards Allens Farm
The yellow sign warns of deep ditches to either side, which is true, in some places sheer off the concrete strips. This private farm access is also public footpath 4CR.
Tanyard Lane Private access to Allens and Dillion's Farms, it is also public footpath 4CR.
Tanyard Lane
Private access to Allens and Dillion's Farms, it is also public footpath 4CR.
Path and track junction near Allens Farm Straight on is private access to Dillion's Farm. Left is footpath 2CR to Handcross. Right is access to Allens Farm, shared part of the way with footpath 5CR which may be used as part of a route to Balcombe.
Path and track junction near Allens Farm
Straight on is private access to Dillion's Farm. Left is footpath 2CR to Handcross. Right is access to Allens Farm, shared part of the way with footpath 5CR which may be used as part of a route to Balcombe.
Short green lane near Allens Farm With no public status, and not much used anyway, this was the start of a route, mainly field edges, to Staplefield Upper Common. This has apparently withered away.
Short green lane near Allens Farm
With no public status, and not much used anyway, this was the start of a route, mainly field edges, to Staplefield Upper Common. This has apparently withered away.
Footpath 5CR near Allens Farm Through the gate the path drops down four or five steps to the farm approach track.
Footpath 5CR near Allens Farm
Through the gate the path drops down four or five steps to the farm approach track.
Barns at Allens Farm
Barns at Allens Farm
Gate on footpath 5CR near Allens Farm
Gate on footpath 5CR near Allens Farm
Power line near Allens Farm
Power line near Allens Farm
Walkers on footpath 5CR Towards Ditton Place, Brantridge Lane and it is part of a route to Balcombe. The official route goes round the field edges on the left, but nobody seems to go that way with the field in permanent grass.
Walkers on footpath 5CR
Towards Ditton Place, Brantridge Lane and it is part of a route to Balcombe. The official route goes round the field edges on the left, but nobody seems to go that way with the field in permanent grass.
Footpath 5CR towards Staplefield or Handcross The official route goes round the field edges on the right, but nobody seems to go that way with the field in permanent grass.
Footpath 5CR towards Staplefield or Handcross
The official route goes round the field edges on the right, but nobody seems to go that way with the field in permanent grass.
Public and private paths In gill woodland, public footpath 5CR crosses the gill, the private path runs along the western shoulder. The quite significant gill has no mapped name.
Public and private paths
In gill woodland, public footpath 5CR crosses the gill, the private path runs along the western shoulder. The quite significant gill has no mapped name.
Gill footbridge, path 5CR By rights the mud should have dried up by late July, but there had been some very wet days.
Gill footbridge, path 5CR
By rights the mud should have dried up by late July, but there had been some very wet days.
Footpath 5CR in unnamed gill Running down to cross the stream to the right.
Footpath 5CR in unnamed gill
Running down to cross the stream to the right.
Footpath 5CR descends into unnamed gill Towards Staplefield or Handcross.
Footpath 5CR descends into unnamed gill
Towards Staplefield or Handcross.
Footpath 5CR descends into unnamed gill Towards Staplefield or Handcross.
Footpath 5CR descends into unnamed gill
Towards Staplefield or Handcross.
Old Jarretts Farmhouse
Old Jarretts Farmhouse
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Bury Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ2929 (Lat: 51.054095, Lng: -0.15655362)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Mid Sussex

Police Authority: Sussex

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