Cookham's Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Cookham's Wood

The Half Moon Inn An attractive building at Friar's Gate on the B2188 near Crowborough.
The Half Moon Inn Credit: Jean Barrow

Cookham's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. With its lush greenery and diverse ecosystem, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The wood covers an area of approximately 100 hectares, making it a substantial forested area within the region.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, predominantly consisting of oak and beech. These towering trees provide shade and create a serene atmosphere, perfect for a tranquil walk or a peaceful picnic. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the enchanting beauty of the surroundings.

Cookham's Wood is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. The woodland supports a diverse range of bird species, including woodpeckers, nightingales, and owls, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching. Deer, squirrels, and rabbits are also commonly spotted within the wood, adding to the sense of wilderness and natural charm.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their leisure. These paths lead to hidden clearings and secluded spots, perfect for moments of solitude and reflection. The forest also connects to the larger network of footpaths in the area, providing opportunities for longer hikes and exploration of the surrounding countryside.

Visitors to Cookham's Wood can enjoy the natural beauty of the woodland throughout the year. In spring, the forest comes alive with vibrant blooms and the sweet songs of birds. In autumn, the trees transform into a kaleidoscope of red, orange, and gold, creating a breathtaking display of colors.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.080167/0.1473448 or Grid Reference TQ5033. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Half Moon Inn An attractive building at Friar's Gate on the B2188 near Crowborough.
The Half Moon Inn
An attractive building at Friar's Gate on the B2188 near Crowborough.
Forestry - 500 Acre Wood Beside the public footpath through the wood.
Forestry - 500 Acre Wood
Beside the public footpath through the wood.
Pond, 500 Acre Wood Possibly resulting from ironstone digging.
Pond, 500 Acre Wood
Possibly resulting from ironstone digging.
Thatchers On the Buckhurst Estate, Hartfield.
Thatchers
On the Buckhurst Estate, Hartfield.
Triangular Junction,  Fishers Gate On the edge of 500 Acre Wood, the footpath route designated the "Wealdway" veers round to the left.
Triangular Junction, Fishers Gate
On the edge of 500 Acre Wood, the footpath route designated the "Wealdway" veers round to the left.
Large Pond, 500 Acre Wood The largest of the ponds in 500 Acre Wood, probably originally dug for ironstone. This one was being fished.
Large Pond, 500 Acre Wood
The largest of the ponds in 500 Acre Wood, probably originally dug for ironstone. This one was being fished.
Strange Food If the inscription is to be believed, the pheasants in 500 Acre Wood are fed Rajah brand tikka paste, product of India.
Strange Food
If the inscription is to be believed, the pheasants in 500 Acre Wood are fed Rajah brand tikka paste, product of India.
View from Bunker's Hill The open ground is public access Ashdown Forest, the woodland is private.
View from Bunker's Hill
The open ground is public access Ashdown Forest, the woodland is private.
Half Moon Public House
Half Moon Public House
Gated entrance to Kovacs Lodge, Five Hundred Acre Wood
Gated entrance to Kovacs Lodge, Five Hundred Acre Wood
Five Hundred Acre Wood
Five Hundred Acre Wood
Autumnal colours, Five Hundred Acre Wood
Autumnal colours, Five Hundred Acre Wood
Wealdway, Five Hundred Acre Wood
Wealdway, Five Hundred Acre Wood
Autumn in Five Hundred Acre Wood, by the Wealdway
Autumn in Five Hundred Acre Wood, by the Wealdway
Five Hundred Acre Wood
Five Hundred Acre Wood
Wealdway, Five Hundred Acre Wood
Wealdway, Five Hundred Acre Wood
Five Hundred Acre Wood
Five Hundred Acre Wood
Private track into Five Hundred Acre Wood
Private track into Five Hundred Acre Wood
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Cookham's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ5033 (Lat: 51.080167, Lng: 0.1473448)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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