Hammer Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Mid Sussex

England

Hammer Wood

Ardingly Reservoir The water's edge is fenced off from the marginal path with gates for anglers at intervals.
Ardingly Reservoir Credit: Robin Webster

Hammer Wood, located in Sussex, England, is a charming and picturesque forest that covers an area of approximately 300 acres. Known for its natural beauty and tranquility, this wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers.

The wood boasts a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a vibrant and colorful landscape throughout the year. In spring, the forest floor becomes a carpet of bluebells, offering a breathtaking sight to visitors. The wood is also home to various wildlife, such as deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide array of bird species, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Numerous well-marked trails wind through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting corners and discover hidden gems. These paths cater to different levels of difficulty, accommodating both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes. The wood also features several picnic areas, providing visitors with an opportunity to relax and enjoy the serene ambiance.

Hammer Wood is managed by a local conservation group that ensures the preservation of its natural habitat. They organize educational events and workshops to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the forest and its inhabitants.

Overall, Hammer Wood offers a delightful escape from the bustling city life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature's wonders. Its captivating beauty and diverse ecosystem make it an exceptional destination for those seeking solace and serenity amidst the glorious Sussex countryside.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Hammer Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.050551/-0.10418864 or Grid Reference TQ3229. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ardingly Reservoir The water's edge is fenced off from the marginal path with gates for anglers at intervals.
Ardingly Reservoir
The water's edge is fenced off from the marginal path with gates for anglers at intervals.
Bridleway 33Ba by Ardingly Reservoir
Bridleway 33Ba by Ardingly Reservoir
Bridleway 33Ba This follows the east side of Ardingly Reservoir, usually closer than this.
Bridleway 33Ba
This follows the east side of Ardingly Reservoir, usually closer than this.
Field north of Ardingly Reservoir
Field north of Ardingly Reservoir
Ardingly Reservoir
Ardingly Reservoir
Bridleway 42 Ar This, together with its continuation 33Ba, follows the east side of Ardingly Reservoir.
Bridleway 42 Ar
This, together with its continuation 33Ba, follows the east side of Ardingly Reservoir.
Ardingly Reservoir
Ardingly Reservoir
Field near Townhouse Farm Looking up from the path by Ardingly Reservoir.
Field near Townhouse Farm
Looking up from the path by Ardingly Reservoir.
Ardingly Reservoir - from the dam
Ardingly Reservoir - from the dam
View SSE under the Ouse Valley Viaduct Also known as "Balcombe Viaduct". The nearest 30 metres or so of the viaduct is in this grid square. The remainder of the viaduct is in the square to the south.
View SSE under the Ouse Valley Viaduct
Also known as "Balcombe Viaduct". The nearest 30 metres or so of the viaduct is in this grid square. The remainder of the viaduct is in the square to the south.
View SE along the Ouse Valley Viaduct Also known as "Balcombe Viaduct". The nearest couple of arches are in this grid square. The rest of the viaduct lies in the square to the south.
View SE along the Ouse Valley Viaduct
Also known as "Balcombe Viaduct". The nearest couple of arches are in this grid square. The rest of the viaduct lies in the square to the south.
The Ouse Valley Viaduct - from Haywards Heath Road Also known as "Balcombe Viaduct".
The Ouse Valley Viaduct - from Haywards Heath Road
Also known as "Balcombe Viaduct".
Houses on High Street
Houses on High Street
Ardingly Post Office
Ardingly Post Office
Barns at Stonehall Farm
Barns at Stonehall Farm
Wharf Cottages
Wharf Cottages
Saucelands Pond Ardingly College is beyond.
Saucelands Pond
Ardingly College is beyond.
Ardingly Reservoir overflow tower Ardingly Reservoir is a 198-acre (0.80 km2) reservoir that feeds the River Ouse in West Sussex, 5 miles (8 km) north of Haywards Heath. The villages of Ardingly and Balcombe are immediately to the east and north of the reservoir respectively. The reservoir was created in 1978 by damming Shell Brook, a tributary of the River Ouse which flows into the Ouse about 500m south of the Reservoir.

The Ardingly Activity Centre provides watersports for the public including wind surfing, canoeing, powerboating and dinghy sailing.

The reservoir is a popular fishing venue offering 3 miles (5 km) of freshwater fishing for carp, tench, pike, roach, rudd, eel, gudgeon, European perch and bream.

The west bank of the reservoir is private property of the Balcombe Estate but the north, south and east shores offer public rights of way and bridleways. Ornithologists are catered for with two bird hides situated on the east bank.

The site is a local Nature Reserve <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ardingly_Reservoir" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ardingly_Reservoir">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>
Ardingly Reservoir overflow tower
Ardingly Reservoir is a 198-acre (0.80 km2) reservoir that feeds the River Ouse in West Sussex, 5 miles (8 km) north of Haywards Heath. The villages of Ardingly and Balcombe are immediately to the east and north of the reservoir respectively. The reservoir was created in 1978 by damming Shell Brook, a tributary of the River Ouse which flows into the Ouse about 500m south of the Reservoir. The Ardingly Activity Centre provides watersports for the public including wind surfing, canoeing, powerboating and dinghy sailing. The reservoir is a popular fishing venue offering 3 miles (5 km) of freshwater fishing for carp, tench, pike, roach, rudd, eel, gudgeon, European perch and bream. The west bank of the reservoir is private property of the Balcombe Estate but the north, south and east shores offer public rights of way and bridleways. Ornithologists are catered for with two bird hides situated on the east bank. The site is a local Nature Reserve LinkExternal link
Show me another place!

Hammer Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ3229 (Lat: 51.050551, Lng: -0.10418864)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Mid Sussex

Police Authority: Sussex

What 3 Words

///stated.lizard.leaves. Near Ardingly, West Sussex

Related Wikis

Ardingly Reservoir

Ardingly Reservoir is west of Ardingly in West Sussex. The southern end is a 74.5-hectare (184-acre) Local Nature Reserve owned and managed by South East...

St Peter's Church, Ardingly

St Peter's Church is the Church of England parish church of the parish of Ardingly in Mid Sussex, one of seven local government districts in the English...

South of England Show

The South of England Show is a county show held annually at its own showground in Ardingly, Sussex during June.The show was founded in 1967 and is organised...

Balcombe Place

Balcombe Place is a Grade II* Listed Building, built in 1856 in West Sussex, with a south view across the Ouse Valley. It now forms part of The Balcombe...

Ardingly College Chapel

The Chapel of S. Saviour is the chapel to Ardingly College in West Sussex, England, and is considered an example of Gothic Revival architecture. The chapel...

Ardingly College

Ardingly College () is a fee-charging boarding and day school in the English public school tradition located near Ardingly, West Sussex, England. The school...

Ardingly

Ardingly ( AR-ding-lye) is an English village and civil parish in the Mid Sussex district of West Sussex, England. The village is in the High Weald Area...

Ouse Valley Viaduct

The Ouse Valley Viaduct (or the Balcombe Viaduct) carries the London-Brighton Railway Line over the River Ouse in Sussex. It is located to the north of...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.050551,-0.10418864
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.0518685/-0.0993737
Bench
Backrest: no
Lat/Long: 51.0474951/-0.0994289
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 51.0489882/-0.0989957
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.0538703/-0.103245
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.053926/-0.1025919
Barrier: stile
Step Count: 2
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 51.04892/-0.0988753
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 51.0504279/-0.0988729
Bench
Backrest: no
Lat/Long: 51.0496197/-0.1055744
Bench
Backrest: no
Lat/Long: 51.0503076/-0.1065302
Bench
Backrest: no
Lat/Long: 51.0496117/-0.1048219
Bench
Backrest: no
Seats: 2
Lat/Long: 51.0520943/-0.10241
Bench
Backrest: no
Seats: 2
Lat/Long: 51.0495283/-0.1050843
Life Ring
Emergency: life_ring
Lat/Long: 51.0477212/-0.0994184
Board Type: nature
Description: Kingfisher
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.0489592/-0.0990574
Life Ring
Emergency: life_ring
Lat/Long: 51.0489821/-0.0990445
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 51.0484755/-0.0994182
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.0489741/-0.0989415
Board Type: nature
Description: Nature reserve and map
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.0513454/-0.0996167
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 51.049303/-0.0986798
Information: map
Map Size: site
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.0513512/-0.0996353
Life Ring
Emergency: life_ring
Lat/Long: 51.0502308/-0.0993872
Life Ring
Emergency: life_ring
Lat/Long: 51.0512849/-0.0996709
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 51.0502218/-0.0993537
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Hammer Wood?

Leave your review of Hammer Wood below (or comments, questions and feedback).