Toll Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Toll Wood

Ashdown Forest Centre Visitor Centre for the Ashdown Forest.
Ashdown Forest Centre Credit: Ben Gamble

Toll Wood is a picturesque forest located in Sussex, England. Spanning over a vast area, this woodland holds a significant historical and ecological value. The forest is characterized by its dense foliage, towering trees, and a diverse range of plant and animal species.

Toll Wood is known for its ancient origins, dating back hundreds of years. The forest has been a source of timber for centuries, and remnants of old logging activities can still be found within its boundaries. This historical significance adds to the charm and mystique of the woodland.

The forest is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. The canopy is dominated by majestic oak, beech, and chestnut trees, which provide shelter and sustenance for a diverse range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The forest floor is carpeted with a plethora of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape.

Toll Wood also serves as a vital habitat for several animal species. Deer, foxes, rabbits, and badgers are commonly spotted within the forest, while smaller creatures like squirrels and hedgehogs scurry about in search of food and shelter. The forest supports a delicate balance of predator and prey, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the area.

Visitors to Toll Wood can enjoy a tranquil and serene environment, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers. There are several well-maintained trails that wind through the forest, offering stunning views and opportunities for wildlife spotting. The natural beauty, rich history, and diverse ecosystem make Toll Wood a true gem in the Sussex countryside.

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Ashdown Forest Centre Visitor Centre for the Ashdown Forest.
Ashdown Forest Centre
Visitor Centre for the Ashdown Forest.
Michael Hall - Rudolph Steiner School at Forest Row This is known as Michael Hall - Rudolph Steiner school and whilst the picture shows the original mansion that dominated Kidbrooke Park, it does not show the many purpose built school facilities for the approx. 700 pupils nor the pupils themselves ! I was given a brief guided tour by one of the teachers who enthused about the educational system that Rudolph Steiner established.
Michael Hall - Rudolph Steiner School at Forest Row
This is known as Michael Hall - Rudolph Steiner school and whilst the picture shows the original mansion that dominated Kidbrooke Park, it does not show the many purpose built school facilities for the approx. 700 pupils nor the pupils themselves ! I was given a brief guided tour by one of the teachers who enthused about the educational system that Rudolph Steiner established.
Admin office and Camp Shop, Broadstone Warren Scout Campsite, Nr Forest Row, West Sussex Near the entrance to this popular scout campsite is the camp office and shop. Broadstone Warren Campsite dominates the grid squares TQ4232 and TQ4233 and spreads into the adjacent squares to the E too. The area is almost entirely covered by mixed mature woodland.
Admin office and Camp Shop, Broadstone Warren Scout Campsite, Nr Forest Row, West Sussex
Near the entrance to this popular scout campsite is the camp office and shop. Broadstone Warren Campsite dominates the grid squares TQ4232 and TQ4233 and spreads into the adjacent squares to the E too. The area is almost entirely covered by mixed mature woodland.
Track through woodland. Broadstone Warren Scout Camp Site, West Sussex This view shows a track, leading SE from the main campsite car park. A public footpath leads along this track.
Track through woodland. Broadstone Warren Scout Camp Site, West Sussex
This view shows a track, leading SE from the main campsite car park. A public footpath leads along this track.
Hatch Inn at Colemans Hatch Serving Harveys bitter and good food. A popular haunt but parking can be tricky on busy days.
Hatch Inn at Colemans Hatch
Serving Harveys bitter and good food. A popular haunt but parking can be tricky on busy days.
Colemans Hatch church The church is on a sharp bend on the road from Forest Row to Upper Hartfield
Colemans Hatch church
The church is on a sharp bend on the road from Forest Row to Upper Hartfield
Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club Founded in 1888, the 'old course' is one of the best heathland courses in Sussex and also voted one of the best 100 golf courses ! Plenty of heather and natural hazards but no sand bunkers. Set amongst the varied trees of the Ashdown Forest.
Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club
Founded in 1888, the 'old course' is one of the best heathland courses in Sussex and also voted one of the best 100 golf courses ! Plenty of heather and natural hazards but no sand bunkers. Set amongst the varied trees of the Ashdown Forest.
River Medway at Forest Row Taken as the river briefly heads south under the Forest Way.
River Medway at Forest Row
Taken as the river briefly heads south under the Forest Way.
River Medway Taken from the roadbridge that leads to Ashdown School.
River Medway
Taken from the roadbridge that leads to Ashdown School.
Ashdown Forest - Linton's car park View from Linton's car park towards the north.
Ashdown Forest - Linton's car park
View from Linton's car park towards the north.
Ashdown Forest Llama Park One llama looks wistfully towards the Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, which nestles in the SW corner of TQ4332. The foreground creature is an alpaca.
Ashdown Forest Llama Park
One llama looks wistfully towards the Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, which nestles in the SW corner of TQ4332. The foreground creature is an alpaca.
Parrock Lane near Upper Hartdield A narrow country lane with farms and large houses.
Parrock Lane near Upper Hartdield
A narrow country lane with farms and large houses.
Little Parrock Farm The farm is situated at the junction of Parrock Lane and the B2110 near to Forest Row.
Little Parrock Farm
The farm is situated at the junction of Parrock Lane and the B2110 near to Forest Row.
No Admittance - Training Area Just on the edge of the public part of Ashdown Forest, and fortunately just within TQ4431.
No Admittance - Training Area
Just on the edge of the public part of Ashdown Forest, and fortunately just within TQ4431.
Garden Hill Fort - Excavation Spoil The Iron Age (and later) hill fort at Garden Hill, Ashdown Forest, has been subject to twentieth century excavation on its south side.
Garden Hill Fort - Excavation Spoil
The Iron Age (and later) hill fort at Garden Hill, Ashdown Forest, has been subject to twentieth century excavation on its south side.
Garden Hill Fort The rampart of the Iron Age fort has been cut through by twentieth century excavation.
Garden Hill Fort
The rampart of the Iron Age fort has been cut through by twentieth century excavation.
Mossy Track A recently re-cleared track through woodland on Ashdown Forest.
Mossy Track
A recently re-cleared track through woodland on Ashdown Forest.
White Platt One of a few houses in the Hillside Farm inclosure on Ashdown Forest.
White Platt
One of a few houses in the Hillside Farm inclosure on Ashdown Forest.
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Toll Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ4333 (Lat: 51.080294, Lng: 0.046523492)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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