Baker's Common Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Baker's Common Wood

A267 north of the junction with the B2102 The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6669020">TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction</a> to Horsebridge.
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A267 north of the junction with the B2102 Credit: N Chadwick

Baker's Common Wood, located in Sussex, England, is a picturesque forest that spans an area of approximately 500 acres. This woodland is renowned for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

The wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for the thriving ecosystem below. The forest floor is blanketed with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood.

Baker's Common Wood is home to a wide variety of bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Visitors can often hear the melodious sounds of these birds echoing through the trees. Additionally, the wood is inhabited by mammals like deer, foxes, and badgers, which can occasionally be spotted by lucky observers.

The woodland offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, leading to tranquil ponds, bubbling streams, and hidden glades, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Due to its rich biodiversity and natural charm, Baker's Common Wood has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) to protect its unique ecosystem. The wood serves as an important habitat for countless species, providing a vital contribution to the local ecosystem.

Whether it be for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply immersing oneself in nature, Baker's Common Wood offers a serene and captivating experience for all who visit.

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A267 north of the junction with the B2102 The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6669020">TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction</a> to Horsebridge.
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A267 north of the junction with the B2102
The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction to Horsebridge. Website: LinkExternal link
A267 looking south The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6669020">TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction</a> to Horsebridge.
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A267 looking south
The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction to Horsebridge. Website: LinkExternal link
B2102, Nursery Lane junction
B2102, Nursery Lane junction
B2102, Possingworth Park
B2102, Possingworth Park
B2102, Waldron Down
B2102, Waldron Down
B2102 at Sharlands
B2102 at Sharlands
Entering Blackboys, B2102
Entering Blackboys, B2102
B2192, Blackboys The B2192, runs 10 miles from Earwig Corner <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1838834">TQ4211 : Earwig Corner</a> on the A26 immediately northeast of Lewes as far as Blackboys, between Uckfield and Heathfield.
B2192, Blackboys
The B2192, runs 10 miles from Earwig Corner TQ4211 : Earwig Corner on the A26 immediately northeast of Lewes as far as Blackboys, between Uckfield and Heathfield.
JW Groombridge, Cross In Hand Cross in Hand is a village in East Sussex, close to Heathfield. It is located around the junction of the A267 and B2102.
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JW Groombridge, Cross In Hand
Cross in Hand is a village in East Sussex, close to Heathfield. It is located around the junction of the A267 and B2102. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Dad's Hill off the A267
Dad's Hill off the A267
Junction of B2102 and A267
Junction of B2102 and A267
New Mill, Cross in Hand in 1967 In the days when it had all its sails.
New Mill, Cross in Hand in 1967
In the days when it had all its sails.
Methodist Chapel under repair On the corner of Firgrove Road and the B2102 at Cross in Hand.
Methodist Chapel under repair
On the corner of Firgrove Road and the B2102 at Cross in Hand.
Dads Hill off the B2102 New Mill is on Dads Hill.
Dads Hill off the B2102
New Mill is on Dads Hill.
Signboard near Blackboys, East Sussex
Signboard near Blackboys, East Sussex
Weather boarded house, Nursery Lane, Waldron Down
Weather boarded house, Nursery Lane, Waldron Down
Road junction, Pounsley, East Sussex
Road junction, Pounsley, East Sussex
Signboard, Blackboys, East Sussex
Signboard, Blackboys, East Sussex
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Baker's Common Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ5421 (Lat: 50.972571, Lng: 0.19367207)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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Holy Cross Priory Village
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Website: https://www.holycrosspriory.co.uk/
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Possingworth Park
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