Horseshoe Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Horseshoe Wood

View south from Berwick Church New Barn on the coach road in centre, Bopeep chalk pits top right.
View south from Berwick Church Credit: David M Clark

Horseshoe Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 10 hectares, it is nestled within the beautiful countryside and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

The wood is predominantly made up of a variety of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a rich and diverse ecosystem. The canopy formed by these tall trees provides ample shade, allowing for the growth of a lush undergrowth of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the woodland floor during the spring and summer months.

Horseshoe Wood is renowned for its enchanting atmosphere, with winding pathways meandering through the trees and a gentle stream running through its heart. The babbling sound of the water adds to the serenity of the surroundings, and visitors often find solace in the peaceful ambiance.

The wood also serves as a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, rabbits, and squirrels. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy birdwatching or simply observe the intricate web of life that thrives within the woodland.

Horseshoe Wood is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and photography. The well-maintained trails allow visitors to explore the wood at their own pace, immersing themselves in the natural beauty that Sussex has to offer.

Overall, Horseshoe Wood is a haven for nature lovers, providing a peaceful retreat away from the noise of modern life and allowing visitors to connect with the beauty of the natural world.

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Horseshoe Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.825007/0.12635712 or Grid Reference TQ4904. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View south from Berwick Church New Barn on the coach road in centre, Bopeep chalk pits top right.
View south from Berwick Church
New Barn on the coach road in centre, Bopeep chalk pits top right.
Bridleway above New Barn Bridleway from Berwick Church crosses the Old Coach Road and climbs fairly gently past old chalk workings here, before joining the South Downs Way.
Bridleway above New Barn
Bridleway from Berwick Church crosses the Old Coach Road and climbs fairly gently past old chalk workings here, before joining the South Downs Way.
Sunken lane above Alciston This is only recorded on the Explorer map as a public footpath crossing what appears to be a large field. In fact it is an old cartway which, with the erosive power of rainwater, has become a deep sunken lane, and is clearly still used by horse-riders.
Sunken lane above Alciston
This is only recorded on the Explorer map as a public footpath crossing what appears to be a large field. In fact it is an old cartway which, with the erosive power of rainwater, has become a deep sunken lane, and is clearly still used by horse-riders.
Horse and carriage on the old coach road The old coach road from Firle to Alfriston provides an all-weather route for horse-riders, cyclists and walkers. It is classed as a byway - and is enjoying an upgrade.
Horse and carriage on the old coach road
The old coach road from Firle to Alfriston provides an all-weather route for horse-riders, cyclists and walkers. It is classed as a byway - and is enjoying an upgrade.
Alciston's tithe barn The 16th-century barn is more than 50 metres long, and is part of the Alciston Court House farm complex.
Alciston's tithe barn
The 16th-century barn is more than 50 metres long, and is part of the Alciston Court House farm complex.
Alciston from Bostal path Village in the trees - seen here from one of two paths that drop down to the village from the South Downs Way.
Alciston from Bostal path
Village in the trees - seen here from one of two paths that drop down to the village from the South Downs Way.
Dovecots at Alciston Court Farm The map claims them as ruins, but they look pretty convincing.
Dovecots at Alciston Court Farm
The map claims them as ruins, but they look pretty convincing.
Alciston Court Farm Farming much of Alciston as tenants of the Gage family of Firle.
Alciston Court Farm
Farming much of Alciston as tenants of the Gage family of Firle.
Black Bryony - Dioscorea communis
Black Bryony - Dioscorea communis
New Barn from Berwick Church New Barn, now converted into a home, sits alongside the Old Coach Road that runs from Firle to Alfriston.
New Barn from Berwick Church
New Barn, now converted into a home, sits alongside the Old Coach Road that runs from Firle to Alfriston.
Alciston Court Farm Much of the land in Alciston  forms part of the Court Farm.
Alciston Court Farm
Much of the land in Alciston forms part of the Court Farm.
View from Berwick Bostal path The path climbs steadily from New Barn, past old chalk workings,  to reach the South Downs Way, offering fine views back, with Drusillas in the far distance.
View from Berwick Bostal path
The path climbs steadily from New Barn, past old chalk workings, to reach the South Downs Way, offering fine views back, with Drusillas in the far distance.
Berwick Old Vicarage
Berwick Old Vicarage
Alciston from Bopeep Bostal Alciston village, part of the Firle estate, seen from the car park on Bopeep Bostal.
Alciston from Bopeep Bostal
Alciston village, part of the Firle estate, seen from the car park on Bopeep Bostal.
View WNW towards Mount Caburn This was taken from the permissive path that links the Old Coach Road to Charleston Farmhouse.
View WNW towards Mount Caburn
This was taken from the permissive path that links the Old Coach Road to Charleston Farmhouse.
Tilton Bottom
Tilton Bottom
A raped bridleway Public bridleway Alciston 15c, which becomes South Heighton 6c at the parish boundary at the end of the rape.
A raped bridleway
Public bridleway Alciston 15c, which becomes South Heighton 6c at the parish boundary at the end of the rape.
View up Bostal Bottom The bottom curves around to the left, a continuation of Blackstone Bottom, down below to the right.
View up Bostal Bottom
The bottom curves around to the left, a continuation of Blackstone Bottom, down below to the right.
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Horseshoe Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ4904 (Lat: 50.825007, Lng: 0.12635712)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.825007,0.12635712
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 50.8260515/0.1202698
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 50.8259873/0.120341
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 50.8258885/0.1204894
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 50.8258345/0.1205666
Bostal Hill
Ele: 191
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 50.8230903/0.1237969
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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