Birch Shaw

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Birch Shaw

Chiddingly Church With a spire of 128&#039;. — Chiddingly Church Credit: Pauline Kennard

Birch Shaw is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Spread over a vast area, it is renowned for its abundance of birch trees, which lend the forest its name. The woodland is nestled amidst rolling hills and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Birch Shaw is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. The forest floor is carpeted with vibrant wildflowers during the spring and summer months, creating a stunning display of colors. The dense foliage of the birch trees provides ample shade and creates a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

The forest boasts numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These well-maintained paths wind through the woodland, offering glimpses of hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and ancient oak trees. The presence of a variety of bird species makes it an excellent spot for birdwatching, with sightings of woodpeckers, owls, and jays being common.

Birch Shaw is also steeped in history, with remnants of old settlements and stone structures scattered throughout the area. Archaeological excavations have unearthed artifacts dating back to ancient times, adding to the fascination and allure of the woodland.

Overall, Birch Shaw, Sussex (Wood, Forest) is a captivating destination for nature lovers, offering a serene and enchanting experience amidst its scenic beauty and rich history.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.89615/0.19664875 or Grid Reference TQ5413. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chiddingly Church With a spire of 128&#039;.

Chiddingly Church

With a spire of 128'.

Pauline Kennard

Camberlot Farm Looking west from Camberlot Road.

Camberlot Farm

Looking west from Camberlot Road.

Old lane near Chalvington Many lanes and roads in this area of Sussex lead south to the pastures on the South Downs. With the arrival of the car many lanes were made up but some did not, lost their importance and now are bridleways or footpaths. This route begins deep in the Weald then heads south but stops at the A22, becoming a track until it reaches Chalvington Stud Farm before becoming a made up road again. What initially looks like a lane from the period of enclosures actually dates back to the Roman times. This view looks south and is taken the crossroads of tracks just south of the A22. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TQ5311">TQ5311</a> for where the west track ends.

Old lane near Chalvington

Many lanes and roads in this area of Sussex lead south to the pastures on the South Downs. With the arrival of the car many lanes were made up but some did not, lost their importance and now are bridleways or footpaths. This route begins deep in the Weald then heads south but stops at the A22, becoming a track until it reaches Chalvington Stud Farm before becoming a made up road again. What initially looks like a lane from the period of enclosures actually dates back to the Roman times. This view looks south and is taken the crossroads of tracks just south of the A22. See TQ5311 for where the west track ends.

Crossroads near Golden Cross Looking north where the road from Chalvington turns left and heads for Golden Cross. Sheepcote Lane which turns right is a dead end but follows the route of the track from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TQ5411">TQ5411</a> before ending at Semeston Croft <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TQ5309">TQ5309</a> and becoming a track again until reaching Chalvington. The northern route has not become a road and meets up with the track seen in TQ5411 a mile or so east.

Crossroads near Golden Cross

Looking north where the road from Chalvington turns left and heads for Golden Cross. Sheepcote Lane which turns right is a dead end but follows the route of the track from TQ5411 before ending at Semeston Croft TQ5309 and becoming a track again until reaching Chalvington. The northern route has not become a road and meets up with the track seen in TQ5411 a mile or so east.

Hedgerow Oak at Whitesmith Low Weald landscape looking towards Randall&#039;s Farm, with Chiddingly Church in the distance.

Hedgerow Oak at Whitesmith

Low Weald landscape looking towards Randall's Farm, with Chiddingly Church in the distance.

Golden Cross Inn, Golden Cross The road in front is the A22. The village itself has grown up around a crossroad junction of routes.

Golden Cross Inn, Golden Cross

The road in front is the A22. The village itself has grown up around a crossroad junction of routes.

The Old Mill, Golden Cross Built sometime in the early 19th century and known as either Wickens Mill or Dicker Mill. It remained operational until the eve of the First World War though only the roundhouse survives of the former post mill which has now been converted into a holiday home known as Jasmine Mill. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2802150">TQ5312 : The Old Mill, Golden Cross</a> for a similar view.

The Old Mill, Golden Cross

Built sometime in the early 19th century and known as either Wickens Mill or Dicker Mill. It remained operational until the eve of the First World War though only the roundhouse survives of the former post mill which has now been converted into a holiday home known as Jasmine Mill. See also TQ5312 : The Old Mill, Golden Cross for a similar view.

Brickfields Farm Can you spot the cunningly disguised mobile phone mast?

Brickfields Farm

Can you spot the cunningly disguised mobile phone mast?

Scrappers Hill Farm Viewed from fields north of Hamly Bridge

Scrappers Hill Farm

Viewed from fields north of Hamly Bridge

Eight Acre Wood Taken from Nash Street.

Eight Acre Wood

Taken from Nash Street.

Nash Street Wood Following the footpath that leads to Thunder Hill

Nash Street Wood

Following the footpath that leads to Thunder Hill

Barn, Nash Street Farm Taken from Nash Street.

Barn, Nash Street Farm

Taken from Nash Street.

Peacocks, Nash Street Farm My first peacock point too.

Peacocks, Nash Street Farm

My first peacock point too.

The Old Toll House, Muddles Green The lane in muddles Green is not a major artery so I am assuming this was for tolls to use the turnpike that is now the A22 a little to the south of this hamlet. At one point this was also a shoe shop.

The Old Toll House, Muddles Green

The lane in muddles Green is not a major artery so I am assuming this was for tolls to use the turnpike that is now the A22 a little to the south of this hamlet. At one point this was also a shoe shop.

Chiddingly County Primary School Located in the hamlet of Muddles Green which is within the parish of Chiddingly.

Chiddingly County Primary School

Located in the hamlet of Muddles Green which is within the parish of Chiddingly.

Hale Farm House, Hale Green 14th century farm house converted into a bed and breakfast.

Hale Farm House, Hale Green

14th century farm house converted into a bed and breakfast.

Coneyburrow Wood The orchard to the left behind the hedge is called Carey Wood but unfortunately not accessible.

Coneyburrow Wood

The orchard to the left behind the hedge is called Carey Wood but unfortunately not accessible.

Hawthbush Farm The trees at the bottom of the field follow the course of a stream whilst Riverfield Shaw is to the right. The field is also suffering the after effects of the previous night&#039;s downpour.

Hawthbush Farm

The trees at the bottom of the field follow the course of a stream whilst Riverfield Shaw is to the right. The field is also suffering the after effects of the previous night's downpour.

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Birch Shaw is located at Grid Ref: TQ5413 (Lat: 50.89615, Lng: 0.19664875)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.89615,0.19664875

Chiddingly Village Shop

Addr Housename: Farley's Farm Yard

Addr Postcode: BN8 6HW

Addr Street: Muddles Green

Alt Name: Chiddingly Community Village Shop

Designation: Community Shop

Fhrs Id: 444623

Shop: convenience

Source: http://www.chiddinglyshop.org

Website: http://www.chiddinglyshop.org

Lat/Long: 50.8991629/0.1971993

Farleys Barn Gallery

Addr City: Golden Cross

Addr Postcode: BN8 6HN

Addr Street: Muddles Green

Fhrs Id: 974206

Opening Hours: Su 10:00-15:30

Phone: +44 1825872856

Source: http://www.farleyfarmhouse.co.uk

Tourism: museum

Website: https://farleyshouseandgallery.co.uk/

Wheelchair: yes

Wikidata: Q5435428

Wikipedia: en:Farleys House

Lat/Long: 50.8990982/0.1978525

Defibrillator

Access: yes

Booth: K6

Covered: booth

Defibrillator Location: Inside old red phone box in Muddles Green, Chiddingly

Disused Amenity: telephone

Emergency: defibrillator

Man Made: telephone_box

Lat/Long: 50.8995192/0.1947447

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 15:30; Sa 09:45

Operator: Royal Mail

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: BN8 528

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Website: https://www.royalmail.com/

Lat/Long: 50.8995068/0.1955742

Cafe

Chiddingly Village Shop & Café

Addr Street: Muddles Green

Cuisine: regional

Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-12:30

Lat/Long: 50.899706/0.1985042

Parking

Chidingly Car Parking

Access: yes

Capacity: 6

Park Ride: no

Parking: surface

Supervised: no

Wheelchair: yes

Lat/Long: 50.8995849/0.1987057

Farley Farm

Place: farm

Source Name: OS_OpenData_StreetView

Lat/Long: 50.8990204/0.1992559

Green Farm

Place: farm

Source Name: OS_OpenData_StreetView

Lat/Long: 50.8998866/0.1981294

Burgh Hill

Place: locality

Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView

Lat/Long: 50.8947573/0.190351

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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