Southbank Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Southbank Wood

Forestry track in Ashdown Forest north of Nutley, E.Sussex
Forestry track in Ashdown Forest north of Nutley, E.Sussex Credit: Mike Gentry

Southbank Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Spread across a vast area, it is known for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. The wood is situated close to the popular South Downs National Park, which adds to its appeal for nature enthusiasts and visitors looking for a peaceful retreat.

The woodland is predominantly made up of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a rich and varied habitat. Ancient oak and beech trees can be found throughout the wood, providing a home to a wide range of wildlife including birds, mammals, and insects. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, adding bursts of color and attracting butterflies and bees.

Southbank Wood is traversed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, making it easily accessible for walkers and hikers to explore. The paths wind through the woods, leading visitors to hidden glades, tranquil ponds, and scenic viewpoints. The wood offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The wood is a popular spot for recreational activities such as picnicking, birdwatching, and photography. It also serves as an important educational resource for local schools and nature conservation groups, enabling them to study and learn about the woodland ecosystem.

In summary, Southbank Wood in Sussex is a stunning natural gem, offering a tranquil escape and a haven for wildlife. Its diverse range of trees, flora, and fauna, combined with well-maintained paths, make it a perfect destination for nature lovers and those seeking solace in the beauty of the natural world.

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Southbank Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.067348/0.047822189 or Grid Reference TQ4331. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forestry track in Ashdown Forest north of Nutley, E.Sussex
Forestry track in Ashdown Forest north of Nutley, E.Sussex
Lorry Parked by A22
Lorry Parked by A22
Ashdown Forest Centre Visitor Centre for the Ashdown Forest.
Ashdown Forest Centre
Visitor Centre for the Ashdown Forest.
Ashdown Forest This area of the Ashdown Forest is high and nearby a water reservoir is to be found. From nearby Chelwood Gate to this point, locals sometimes refer to it as the Isle of Thorns.
Ashdown Forest
This area of the Ashdown Forest is high and nearby a water reservoir is to be found. From nearby Chelwood Gate to this point, locals sometimes refer to it as the Isle of Thorns.
Lacerta vivipara - THE COMMON LIZARD To be seen on the Ashdown Forest when the sun is shining !
Lacerta vivipara - THE COMMON LIZARD
To be seen on the Ashdown Forest when the sun is shining !
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.
Ashdown Forest - Long Walk  The word “forest” is derived from the Latin foris, meaning “outside” and in Medieval England came to mean land outside cultivation and belonging by default to the Crown.
Ashdown Forest - Long Walk
The word “forest” is derived from the Latin foris, meaning “outside” and in Medieval England came to mean land outside cultivation and belonging by default to the Crown.
Looking north View from the lane leading down to a few houses known as Chelwood Vachery.
Looking north
View from the lane leading down to a few houses known as Chelwood Vachery.
Nutley Windmill from Millbrook (East) Car park on the A22 A good spot to rest on the drive south towards Eastbourne. The windmill at Nutley can be seen to the south east, and nearby pines known as Friends Clump
Nutley Windmill from Millbrook (East) Car park on the A22
A good spot to rest on the drive south towards Eastbourne. The windmill at Nutley can be seen to the south east, and nearby pines known as Friends Clump
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.
36 Miles to Bow Bells This old cast iron Milepost was probably cast locally, in one of the foundries which once covered the Ashdown Forest in smoke and consumed its trees as fuel.
36 Miles to Bow Bells
This old cast iron Milepost was probably cast locally, in one of the foundries which once covered the Ashdown Forest in smoke and consumed its trees as fuel.
Pippingford Park Managed by the Pippingford Estate Company Ltd.  Now offices and many other activities take place here.
Pippingford Park
Managed by the Pippingford Estate Company Ltd. Now offices and many other activities take place here.
Looking north from Pippingford Park In the distance you can clearly see the Ashdown Park Hotel <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.ashdownpark.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.ashdownpark.com/">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>
Looking north from Pippingford Park
In the distance you can clearly see the Ashdown Park Hotel LinkExternal link
Ashdown Forest near Churlwood Car Park (B) The car park is on the right.
Ashdown Forest near Churlwood Car Park (B)
The car park is on the right.
A275 across Ashdown Forest Near Churlwood car park.
A275 across Ashdown Forest
Near Churlwood car park.
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.
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Southbank Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ4331 (Lat: 51.067348, Lng: 0.047822189)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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