Molehill Shaw

Wood, Forest in Sussex Lewes

England

Molehill Shaw

Postbox, The Street, Selmasson Credit: PAUL FARMER

Molehill Shaw is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The woodland is dominated by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The lush undergrowth is home to a variety of flora such as bluebells, ferns, and wildflowers, which add to the beauty of the forest.

Molehill Shaw offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its well-maintained footpaths and trails allow visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. The forest is a popular destination for hikers and walkers, offering a range of routes suitable for all levels of fitness and experience.

The forest is also inhabited by a wide array of wildlife. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting species such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. If lucky, visitors may even catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, or squirrels as they go about their daily activities.

Molehill Shaw is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), highlighting its ecological significance. Conservation efforts are in place to protect and preserve the woodland, ensuring future generations can continue to enjoy its natural beauty.

Overall, Molehill Shaw in Sussex is a hidden gem, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquility of a stunning forest environment, while also providing a valuable habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

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Molehill Shaw Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.84814/0.11888505 or Grid Reference TQ4907. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Postbox, The Street, Selmasson

PAUL FARMER

Field near A27 Lewes Road

PAUL FARMER

Flowers in the Beanstalk Tea Garden

Ian Cunliffe

View WNW towards Mount Caburn

This was taken from the permissive path that links the Old Coach Road to Charleston Farmhouse.

Ian Cunliffe

Barn and tank at Charleston Farm

Ian Cunliffe

Beanstalk at Firle

Cottage on the old coach road near to Firle village, welcome stop for weary walkers providing teas at weekends in summer in secluded garden to rear

David M Clark

Pyramid orchid at Tilton Bostal

Thin chalk soils on steep north-facing scarp slopes of the South Downs provide rich array of cowslips, followed here by orchids

David M Clark

Firle Place staircase

Firle Place features in the list compiled by Simon Jenkins of the top hundred houses - some of the finest artwork and furniture - in a superb parkland below the scarp slopes of the South Downs.

David M Clark

South Downs escarpment near Firle Beacon

Taken from the steep descent from Firle Beacon looking east along the escarpment and across the Low Weald.

David Kemp

Bovines at Charleston Farm

Charleston Farm is to be distinguished from the nearby Charleston Farmhouse which was frequented pre-War by the members of the Bloomsbury Set whose interests were unlikely to have included farming. The downland spur of Round Hill rises in the background.

David Kemp

Tilton House

Once the home of the noted economist J Maynard Keynes who was closely associated with Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant of the Bloomsbury set next door at Charleston Farm. Seen here from the bridleway that climbs up Tilton Bostal to join the South Downs Way.

David M Clark

Have the Martians landed?

Almost hidden from view in a shaw above Upper Barn. Could this be a flying saucer, or perhaps something more mundane? Seen from the bridleway up Tilton Bostal.

David M Clark

On the South Downs Way near Firle Beacon

Riders in the 2015 British Heart Foundation ride along the length of the South Downs Way; by this stage of the event, the 100-milers had been joined by the 35-milers, who are probably the ones still smiling.

Richard Law

Firle Beacon trig and hilltop

The trig lies in a shallow circular depression, probably the remains of Neolithic earthworks or a small tump. The surrounding area has a number of such remnants, including a series of tumuli and a long barrow.

Richard Law

OS Flush Bracket S1836

An Ordnance Survey Flush bracket set into the trig on Firle Beacon, and levelled at 217.743m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

Richard Law

Sheep at Middle Farm

Nestling at the foot of Firle Beacon on the South Downs in Sussex, Middle Farm is a 625 acre working family farm. As well as being a working farm it offers a farm shop, cider & perry shop, restaurant, open farm, and a gift shop, amongst other things. Website Link