Highdown Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Highdown Wood

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

Highdown Wood is a charming woodland located in Sussex, England. Situated near the town of Worthing, it spans an area of approximately 200 acres and is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The woodland is managed by the Woodland Trust, a leading conservation charity in the UK.

Highdown Wood is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland consists primarily of mixed broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, and beech. In spring, the forest floor is carpeted with bluebells, creating a stunning sight for visitors. The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a range of bird species.

One of the highlights of Highdown Wood is the ancient burial mound located within the woodland. Dating back to the Bronze Age, this historical site offers a glimpse into the region's rich past. Visitors can explore the mound and learn about its significance through informative signage.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, making it easy for visitors to explore the area. There are also several picnic areas scattered throughout the wood, providing a perfect spot for a leisurely lunch or a peaceful break.

Highdown Wood offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Whether it's taking a leisurely stroll, enjoying a picnic, or simply immersing oneself in nature, this woodland provides a serene setting for all.

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Highdown Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.91581/0.22375252 or Grid Reference TQ5615. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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.
Bull Bridge Carrying Chiddingly Road over a tributary of the Cuckmere. Bull River Farm is in the background.
Bull Bridge
Carrying Chiddingly Road over a tributary of the Cuckmere. Bull River Farm is in the background.
Oasthouses, Stream Farm The area also contains a mill and the site of a former ironworks. Unfortunately the bridleway that accesses it is currently shut due to a faulty bridge.
Oasthouses, Stream Farm
The area also contains a mill and the site of a former ironworks. Unfortunately the bridleway that accesses it is currently shut due to a faulty bridge.
Dern Lane Taking you to Waldron and Lions Green.
Dern Lane
Taking you to Waldron and Lions Green.
Wealden Landscape Looking from Smithlands Lane towards Mill and Forge Wood.
Wealden Landscape
Looking from Smithlands Lane towards Mill and Forge Wood.
Oast House, Holdens Farm The rather dreary day has obscured the view to Chiddingly church, whose spire can be viewed between the oast house and tree.
Oast House, Holdens Farm
The rather dreary day has obscured the view to Chiddingly church, whose spire can be viewed between the oast house and tree.
Great Dern Wood With obligatory discarded empty can of Stella in the foreground.
Great Dern Wood
With obligatory discarded empty can of Stella in the foreground.
Coneyburrow Wood Just to confuse matters there are three woods of the same name within a couple of miles of each other. This one is to the south of Longshaw Farm. Taken from Dern Lane.
Coneyburrow Wood
Just to confuse matters there are three woods of the same name within a couple of miles of each other. This one is to the south of Longshaw Farm. Taken from Dern Lane.
Stonehill Well preserved 15th century house near Horam.
Stonehill
Well preserved 15th century house near Horam.
Ebeneezer Methodist Chapel, Pick Hill
Ebeneezer Methodist Chapel, Pick Hill
Electricity Pylon, Chiddingly Road This image covers the south east corner of the square the rest being filled by farm land and Horam Golf Course.
Electricity Pylon, Chiddingly Road
This image covers the south east corner of the square the rest being filled by farm land and Horam Golf Course.
Price's Farm On Swansbrook Lane between Gun Hill and Cogger's Cross. The yellow flowers are children's windmills.
Price's Farm
On Swansbrook Lane between Gun Hill and Cogger's Cross. The yellow flowers are children's windmills.
The Gun, Gun Hill Both name of pub and hamlet indicate the site of a former Wealden foundry in the vicinity.
The Gun, Gun Hill
Both name of pub and hamlet indicate the site of a former Wealden foundry in the vicinity.
Swanbrook Lane, Pickly Wood The detritus of the horse chestnut trees litter the road.
Swanbrook Lane, Pickly Wood
The detritus of the horse chestnut trees litter the road.
Swanbrook Farm 16th century farm house.
Swanbrook Farm
16th century farm house.
Gamelands Methodist Church, Cogger's Cross On the junction of Swanbrook Lane and the A267. Cogger's Cross is another small Wealden hamlet.
Gamelands Methodist Church, Cogger's Cross
On the junction of Swanbrook Lane and the A267. Cogger's Cross is another small Wealden hamlet.
Constance Scott Recreation Ground, Horam On the southern edge of the village of Horam. It also includes tennis courts, playgrounds and skateboard ramps.
Constance Scott Recreation Ground, Horam
On the southern edge of the village of Horam. It also includes tennis courts, playgrounds and skateboard ramps.
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Highdown Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ5615 (Lat: 50.91581, Lng: 0.22375252)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.91581,0.22375252
Pick Hill
Place: hamlet
Source: OS_OpenData_Streetview
Lat/Long: 50.9165222/0.2285993
Charity Farm
Addr City: Horam
Addr Postcode: TN21 0JN
Addr Street: Stonehill
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 50.917273/0.2201825
Stonehill Farm
Addr City: Horam
Addr Postcode: TN21 0JN
Addr Street: Stonehill
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 50.9199887/0.2230203
Rose Bank Farm
Addr City: Horam
Addr Hamlet: Pick Hill
Addr Postcode: TN21 0JR
Addr Street: Pick Hill
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 50.9171547/0.2290043
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