Broadfield Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Broadfield Wood

The King's Church, Heathfield This building on Station Road was originally the "Recreation Hall" but is now used as an evangelical church.  Church website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.kcheathfield.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.kcheathfield.org.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The King's Church, Heathfield Credit: Stephen Craven

Broadfield Wood is a captivating forest located in Sussex, England. With an area of approximately 100 hectares, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of mature oak, beech, and birch trees, creating a picturesque landscape that changes with the seasons.

The wood boasts an incredible biodiversity, hosting a wide range of flora and fauna. Bluebells, wood anemones, and primroses blanket the forest floor in spring, creating a vibrant and colorful display. The trees provide a habitat for various bird species, including great spotted woodpeckers, tawny owls, and long-tailed tits. Lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of roe deer or foxes, which occasionally wander through the wood.

Broadfield Wood offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. The paths wind through the trees, revealing hidden clearings and babbling brooks. The wood is also intersected by a small stream, further adding to its charm. A picnic area provides a perfect spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Managed by the local council, Broadfield Wood is well-maintained and accessible to the public. It is a popular destination for families, dog walkers, and nature enthusiasts alike, offering a serene and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply taking in the beauty of nature, Broadfield Wood provides an enchanting experience for all who visit.

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The King's Church, Heathfield This building on Station Road was originally the "Recreation Hall" but is now used as an evangelical church.  Church website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.kcheathfield.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.kcheathfield.org.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The King's Church, Heathfield
This building on Station Road was originally the "Recreation Hall" but is now used as an evangelical church. Church website: LinkExternal link
Date stone of the Recreation Hall The date stone (1909) of a public hall on Station Road, Heathfield that is now used as a church- see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2382607">TQ5821 : The King's Church, Heathfield</a> for context.
Date stone of the Recreation Hall
The date stone (1909) of a public hall on Station Road, Heathfield that is now used as a church- see TQ5821 : The King's Church, Heathfield for context.
A267 near Heathfield 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 near Heathfield
The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction to Horsebridge. Website: LinkExternal link
A267 north of Little London 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 Little London
The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction to Horsebridge. Website: LinkExternal link
Pook Reed Lane off the A267 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.
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A267" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A267">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Pook Reed Lane off the A267
The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction to Horsebridge. Website: LinkExternal link
A267 on the edge of Heathfield 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.
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A267" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A267">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
A267 on the edge of Heathfield
The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction to Horsebridge. Website: LinkExternal link
A267, Cross in Hand 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.
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A267" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A267">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
A267, Cross in Hand
The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction to Horsebridge. Website: LinkExternal link
A267, Cross in Hand 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.
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A267" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A267">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
A267, Cross in Hand
The A267 road is a 21 mile long road from Tunbridge Wells TQ5838 : A26, A267 junction to Horsebridge. Website: LinkExternal link
Road sign, Cross in Hand
Road sign, Cross in Hand
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
Station Road, Heathfield Taken from its junction with the High Street (A265) with the Union Church (for baptists and congregationalists) on the right hand side of the road.
Station Road, Heathfield
Taken from its junction with the High Street (A265) with the Union Church (for baptists and congregationalists) on the right hand side of the road.
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.
St Bartholomew's Church, Cross in Hand Built 1863
St Bartholomew's Church, Cross in Hand
Built 1863
A267 north to Heathfield
A267 north to Heathfield
Footpath nearing Broadfield Wood
Footpath nearing Broadfield Wood
Stand alone Oak by Holman's Wood
Stand alone Oak by Holman's Wood
Footpath to Broadfield Wood Also access road to a few houses.
Footpath to Broadfield Wood
Also access road to a few houses.
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Broadfield Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ5619 (Lat: 50.958078, Lng: 0.23092506)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.958078,0.23092506
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: TN21 41
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 50.956279/0.2341639
Little London
Place: village
Lat/Long: 50.9551032/0.2359459
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 50.9598935/0.2277377
Holms Hill Farm
Addr City: Waldron
Addr Postcode: TN21 0NE
Addr Street: Back Lane
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 50.9572441/0.224061
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