Long Shaw

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Long Shaw

Cricket pavilion at Withyham
Cricket pavilion at Withyham Credit: James Insell

Long Shaw is a picturesque woodland area located in Sussex, England. Spanning over several acres, it is known for its dense forest and natural beauty. The woodland is nestled in a rural setting, offering a peaceful and tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy.

The area is characterized by its tall and ancient trees, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. Long Shaw is home to a diverse range of plant species, including oak, beech, and birch trees, as well as various wildflowers, ferns, and mosses that flourish on the forest floor.

The woodland is also an important habitat for wildlife, attracting numerous species of birds, mammals, and insects. Visitors to Long Shaw may spot deer, foxes, badgers, and rabbits, among other animals, as they explore the area. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the diverse avian population, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Long Shaw offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. The trails wind through the forest, offering glimpses of the enchanting scenery at every turn. Additionally, there are designated picnic areas where visitors can relax and enjoy a meal amidst the tranquility of nature.

Long Shaw is a true haven for nature lovers and provides an opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. Its serene atmosphere, combined with its rich biodiversity, makes it a cherished destination for locals and tourists alike.

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Long Shaw Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.111082/0.12250384 or Grid Reference TQ4836. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cricket pavilion at Withyham
Cricket pavilion at Withyham
Former Hartfield Station Now a nursery just off the Edenbridge Road.
Former Hartfield Station
Now a nursery just off the Edenbridge Road.
Hartfield village View of the Church from over the green.
Hartfield village
View of the Church from over the green.
Motte and Bailey earthwork, Castlefields, Hartfield Looking north
Motte and Bailey earthwork, Castlefields, Hartfield
Looking north
Castlefields, Hartfield The B2110 heads east out of the village
Castlefields, Hartfield
The B2110 heads east out of the village
Withyam station Now a private home. The platform can just be made out in the undergrowth at the front of the picture.
Withyam station
Now a private home. The platform can just be made out in the undergrowth at the front of the picture.
Bolebrook Castle Reputedly the earliest brick building in Sussex (around 1480) and legend has it that Henry VIII came here to hunt the deer, wild boar and woo Ann Boleyn who lived 5 miles away at Hever.
Bolebrook Castle
Reputedly the earliest brick building in Sussex (around 1480) and legend has it that Henry VIII came here to hunt the deer, wild boar and woo Ann Boleyn who lived 5 miles away at Hever.
Towards Hartfield From Butcherfield Lane looking south towards Hartfield. You can just make out the spire at St Mary the Virgin Parish Church
Towards Hartfield
From Butcherfield Lane looking south towards Hartfield. You can just make out the spire at St Mary the Virgin Parish Church
River Medway - Hartfield This is the River Medway looking east from a bridge in Hartfield

This is the River Medway looking east from a road bridge in Hartfield.
River Medway - Hartfield
This is the River Medway looking east from a bridge in Hartfield This is the River Medway looking east from a road bridge in Hartfield.
The River Medway - Hartfield A tiny River Medway looking west from a road bridge in Hartfield.
The River Medway - Hartfield
A tiny River Medway looking west from a road bridge in Hartfield.
Footpath  -Hartfield A footpath leading to the old station in Hartfield, now a nursery school
Footpath -Hartfield
A footpath leading to the old station in Hartfield, now a nursery school
The River Medway This part of the River Medway is near to Balls Green village with the Forest Way close by.
The River Medway
This part of the River Medway is near to Balls Green village with the Forest Way close by.
Sand school and horse paddocks
Sand school and horse paddocks
Thatchers On the Buckhurst Estate, Hartfield.
Thatchers
On the Buckhurst Estate, Hartfield.
Track up the Hill A private track on the Buckhurst Estate.
Track up the Hill
A private track on the Buckhurst Estate.
B2110/B2026 Junction, Hartfield. This is the junction south of Hartfield, the B2026 is in the foreground, the B2110 behind the tree.
B2110/B2026 Junction, Hartfield.
This is the junction south of Hartfield, the B2026 is in the foreground, the B2110 behind the tree.
Pines at Field Edge Withyham church peeps between two of the trees.
Pines at Field Edge
Withyham church peeps between two of the trees.
Bog Shaw The footpath leaves a wet and muddy field and enters a wet and muddy wood, appropriately named Bog Shaw.
Bog Shaw
The footpath leaves a wet and muddy field and enters a wet and muddy wood, appropriately named Bog Shaw.
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Long Shaw is located at Grid Ref: TQ4836 (Lat: 51.111082, Lng: 0.12250384)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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Located within 500m of 51.111082,0.12250384
Barrier: stile
Source: gps
Source Designation: sign on several stiles
Lat/Long: 51.1078017/0.1260978
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.1077747/0.1240075
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