Parson's Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Mid Sussex

England

Parson's Wood

Horsted Keynes 'Clan Line', during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes Credit: Peter Trimming

Parson's Wood, located in Sussex, England, is a picturesque forest that encompasses an area of approximately 500 acres. Known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem, it attracts nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers from far and wide.

The wood is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a lush canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for numerous species of flora and fauna. Visitors can meander through the well-maintained trails that wind their way through the wood, immersing themselves in the tranquil surroundings.

One of the notable features of Parson's Wood is its rich wildlife. The forest is home to a variety of bird species, such as great spotted woodpeckers, tawny owls, and song thrushes, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. Additionally, the wood is inhabited by small mammals like rabbits, squirrels, and foxes, as well as numerous insects and reptiles.

Aside from its natural beauty, Parson's Wood also holds historical significance. It is believed that the wood was once part of an ancient hunting ground used by local nobility. Ruins of old structures, such as a medieval deer park boundary, can still be found within the wood, providing a glimpse into its past.

Overall, Parson's Wood offers a serene and immersive experience for those seeking a tranquil escape into nature. With its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and historical remnants, this forest in Sussex is a true gem for nature lovers.

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Parson's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.035045/-0.0408511 or Grid Reference TQ3728. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Horsted Keynes 'Clan Line', during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes
'Clan Line', during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes 'Cheltenham' arrives with a train from East Grinstead, whilst 'Clan Line' stands at the platform, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes
'Cheltenham' arrives with a train from East Grinstead, whilst 'Clan Line' stands at the platform, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes 'Clan Line', preparing to depart for East Grinstead, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes
'Clan Line', preparing to depart for East Grinstead, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes 'Clan Line', departing for East Grinstead, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes
'Clan Line', departing for East Grinstead, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes 'Clan Line', departing for East Grinstead, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes
'Clan Line', departing for East Grinstead, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes 'Clan Line', departing for East Grinstead, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes
'Clan Line', departing for East Grinstead, during the Bluebell Railway's 'Giants of Steam' weekend.
Horsted Keynes 9F and U class locomotives, awaiting eventual overhaul and return to service.
Horsted Keynes
9F and U class locomotives, awaiting eventual overhaul and return to service.
Horsted Keynes 9F class locomotive, awaiting eventual overhaul and return to service.
Horsted Keynes
9F class locomotive, awaiting eventual overhaul and return to service.
Bluebell Railway No.30925 'Cheltenham', arriving at Horsted Keynes with a train for East Grinstead.
Bluebell Railway
No.30925 'Cheltenham', arriving at Horsted Keynes with a train for East Grinstead.
Yew Tree Cottage Listed buildings and structures are officially designated as being of special architectural, historical or cultural significance. There are over half a million listed structures in the United Kingdom, covered by around 375,000 listings.
Listed status is more commonly associated with buildings or groups of buildings, however it can cover many other structures, including bridges, headstones, steps, ponds, monuments, walls, phone boxes, wrecks, parks, and heritage sites, and in more recent times a road crossing (Abbey Road) and graffiti art (Banksy 'Spy-booth') have been included.

In England and Wales there are three main listing designations;
Grade I (2.5%) - exceptional interest, sometimes considered to be internationally important.
Grade II* (5.5%) - particularly important buildings of more than special interest. 
Grade II (92%) - nationally important and of special interest. 

There are also locally listed structures (at the discretion of local authorities) using A, B and C designations.

In Scotland three classifications are also used but the criteria are different. There are around 47,500 Listed buildings.
Category A (8%)- generally equivalent to Grade I and II* in England and Wales
Category B (51%)- this appears generally to cover the ground of Grade II, recognising national importance.
Category C (41%)- buildings of local importance, probably with some overlap with English Grade II.

In Northern Ireland the criteria are similar to Scotland, but the classifications are:
Grade A (2.3%)
Grade B+ (4.7%)
Grade B (93%)

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Yew Tree Cottage
Listed buildings and structures are officially designated as being of special architectural, historical or cultural significance. There are over half a million listed structures in the United Kingdom, covered by around 375,000 listings. Listed status is more commonly associated with buildings or groups of buildings, however it can cover many other structures, including bridges, headstones, steps, ponds, monuments, walls, phone boxes, wrecks, parks, and heritage sites, and in more recent times a road crossing (Abbey Road) and graffiti art (Banksy 'Spy-booth') have been included. In England and Wales there are three main listing designations; Grade I (2.5%) - exceptional interest, sometimes considered to be internationally important. Grade II* (5.5%) - particularly important buildings of more than special interest. Grade II (92%) - nationally important and of special interest. There are also locally listed structures (at the discretion of local authorities) using A, B and C designations. In Scotland three classifications are also used but the criteria are different. There are around 47,500 Listed buildings. Category A (8%)- generally equivalent to Grade I and II* in England and Wales Category B (51%)- this appears generally to cover the ground of Grade II, recognising national importance. Category C (41%)- buildings of local importance, probably with some overlap with English Grade II. In Northern Ireland the criteria are similar to Scotland, but the classifications are: Grade A (2.3%) Grade B+ (4.7%) Grade B (93%) Read more at Wikipedia LinkExternal link
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Listed status is more commonly associated with buildings or groups of buildings, however it can cover many other structures, including bridges, headstones, steps, ponds, monuments, walls, phone boxes, wrecks, parks, and heritage sites, and in more recent times a road crossing (Abbey Road) and graffiti art (Banksy 'Spy-booth') have been included.

In England and Wales there are three main listing designations;
Grade I (2.5%) - exceptional interest, sometimes considered to be internationally important.
Grade II* (5.5%) - particularly important buildings of more than special interest. 
Grade II (92%) - nationally important and of special interest. 

There are also locally listed structures (at the discretion of local authorities) using A, B and C designations.

In Scotland three classifications are also used but the criteria are different. There are around 47,500 Listed buildings.
Category A (8%)- generally equivalent to Grade I and II* in England and Wales
Category B (51%)- this appears generally to cover the ground of Grade II, recognising national importance.
Category C (41%)- buildings of local importance, probably with some overlap with English Grade II.

In Northern Ireland the criteria are similar to Scotland, but the classifications are:
Grade A (2.3%)
Grade B+ (4.7%)
Grade B (93%)

Read more at Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Listed_building" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Listed_building">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>
The Green Man
Listed buildings and structures are officially designated as being of special architectural, historical or cultural significance. There are over half a million listed structures in the United Kingdom, covered by around 375,000 listings. Listed status is more commonly associated with buildings or groups of buildings, however it can cover many other structures, including bridges, headstones, steps, ponds, monuments, walls, phone boxes, wrecks, parks, and heritage sites, and in more recent times a road crossing (Abbey Road) and graffiti art (Banksy 'Spy-booth') have been included. In England and Wales there are three main listing designations; Grade I (2.5%) - exceptional interest, sometimes considered to be internationally important. Grade II* (5.5%) - particularly important buildings of more than special interest. Grade II (92%) - nationally important and of special interest. There are also locally listed structures (at the discretion of local authorities) using A, B and C designations. In Scotland three classifications are also used but the criteria are different. There are around 47,500 Listed buildings. Category A (8%)- generally equivalent to Grade I and II* in England and Wales Category B (51%)- this appears generally to cover the ground of Grade II, recognising national importance. Category C (41%)- buildings of local importance, probably with some overlap with English Grade II. In Northern Ireland the criteria are similar to Scotland, but the classifications are: Grade A (2.3%) Grade B+ (4.7%) Grade B (93%) Read more at Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Telephone kiosk Horsted Keynes is a village in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex. It has a village green, two pubs, post office, village store & village hall.
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Telephone kiosk
Horsted Keynes is a village in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex. It has a village green, two pubs, post office, village store & village hall. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
The Crown Inn The most popular pub name in the UK. Representative of the King or Queen.
The Crown Inn
The most popular pub name in the UK. Representative of the King or Queen.
Village sign
Village sign
Mission Hall, Horsted Keynes Horsted Keynes is a village in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex. It has a village green, two pubs, post office, village store & village hall.
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Mission Hall, Horsted Keynes
Horsted Keynes is a village in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex. It has a village green, two pubs, post office, village store & village hall. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Hope Cottages Horsted Keynes is a village in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex. It has a village green, two pubs, post office, village store & village hall.
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Hope Cottages
Horsted Keynes is a village in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex. It has a village green, two pubs, post office, village store & village hall. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Birchgrove Rd
Birchgrove Rd
Footpath to Danehill Lane
Footpath to Danehill Lane
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Parson's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ3728 (Lat: 51.035045, Lng: -0.0408511)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Mid Sussex

Police Authority: Sussex

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