Lodge Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Mid Sussex

England

Lodge Wood

Worth Abbey Church The Abbey Church of Our Lady Help of Christians — Worth Abbey Church Credit: John Barrett

Lodge Wood is a picturesque forest located in Sussex, England. Spanning over a vast area, it is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The wood is predominantly comprised of oak trees, with their towering trunks and sprawling branches creating a dense canopy overhead. The forest floor is covered with a thick layer of fallen leaves, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Lodge Wood is home to a wide range of flora and fauna. It provides a habitat for various bird species, including the great spotted woodpecker, tawny owl, and long-tailed tit. Visitors may also catch glimpses of deer, badgers, and foxes roaming through the undergrowth. The forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers, who can enjoy observing the wildlife in its natural habitat.

There are several walking trails within Lodge Wood, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The paths wind through the trees, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Along the way, there are informative signboards providing details about the flora and fauna found in the forest.

Lodge Wood is a popular destination for families and individuals seeking tranquility and a connection with nature. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, where visitors can immerse themselves in the serene surroundings. Whether for a leisurely stroll or a more immersive nature experience, Lodge Wood is a true gem in the heart of Sussex.

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Lodge Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.104773/-0.10711352 or Grid Reference TQ3235. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Worth Abbey Church

The Abbey Church of Our Lady Help of Christians

John Barrett

Worth Way

Taken from TQ312367 looking south towards where the Worth Way (an old railway line) runs alongside the woodland.

Ben Gamble

Turners Hill

St Leonard's Church

Ben Gamble

Turners Hill

A busy cross road at the top of the hill

Nigel Freeman

The Red Lion at Turners Hill

Set back down a side road is this great local with good food and drink. In the winter the logs are always burning. A typical Sussex pub.

Nigel Freeman

Private Woodland, Worthlodge Forest, Nr Crawley, West Sussex

Sussex has a large number of privately owned forests. Worthlodge Forest, part of the Paddockhurst estate, is one of them. Worthlodge has a mixture of coniferous and deciduous trees, grown for timber production and as a home for game birds. Permission is also occasionally obtained to hold orienteering events. The mature woodlands are highly suitable for orienteering and are a favourite venue for local club, Southdowns Orienteers.

Pete Chapman

Late Spring Meadowland, Tulleys Farm, Nr. Crawley, West Sussex

An orienteer battling up hill through a meadow towards the finish of her course during a Southdowns Orienteers event at Tulleys Farm.

Pete Chapman

Tulleys Farm - Pick Your Own Strawberries

View shows a shed used for weighing customers fruit at this fruit farm. On this particular day (just before the plants were in fruit) the shed is being used for registration and download for a Southdowns Orienteers orienteering event. The strawberries are in the field immediately in front of the shed, and it is just possible to make out the white strawberry flowers on the plants.

Pete Chapman

London to Brighton Bike Ride

Turners Hill when the L2B comes through.

Ben Gamble

Paddockhurst Road

To the west, good views of Worth School can be had from this square. The Paddockhurst Estate originally included the mansion that is now Worth School. Link

Nigel Freeman

Mount Noddy

Near to Worth School and Abbey on the main road are these cottages. Local sandstone is used for much of the building in this locality. I wonder why they and the high ground are named Noddy !

Nigel Freeman

Worth School and Abbey

The futuristic Abbey Church was consecrated in 1974. It can seat 1,400 people. The modernist design by Francis Pollen is considered by many to be the finest example of 1960’s church architecture in Britain. Link

Nigel Freeman

Worth School entrance

On the stone is carved the date 1933. The year of the founding of Worth Priory and preparatory school. The senior school started in 1959.

Nigel Freeman

Wallage Lane from Worth Way

Taken from the former railway bridge just after the lane has taken a sharp right to go underneath it.

Simon Carey

Paddockhurst Estate - Office and Sawmill

On the bend of Paddockhurst Road, is the entrance to the Estate office and sawmill. This large estate was once owned by Robert Whitehead,(1823-1905) who made a fortune from developing the self propelled torpedo.

Nigel Freeman

Home Farm , Rowfant

A mixed farm with one field devoted to Polo ! See Link

Nigel Freeman

Rowfant House

The House is now owned by Rowfant House Ltd, a registered charity, which works on behalf of the Latvian Lutheran Church in Great Britain. There is an adjoining residential home for the elderly. The main premises also provides function rooms for lunches and dinners and for business and training purposes. Link

Nigel Freeman

Tulleys Farm, Turners Hill

Tulley’s farm is a prime example of diversification in the agricultural industry. Founded in 1911 It has developed through pick your own in 1971 to its present incarnation as farming theme park with all sorts of family friendly activities to enjoy. However the roots of business are still firmly planted in food production and sale. For more info see Link

Glyn Baker

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Lodge Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ3235 (Lat: 51.104773, Lng: -0.10711352)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Mid Sussex

Police Authority: Sussex