Butler's Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Butler's Wood

Woodhams Bridge Carrying a farm track over the former railway line. The carved seat in the foreground is one of many that can be found throughout the length of the trail depicting local wildlife, flora and fauna. — Woodhams Bridge Credit: Simon Carey

Butler's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. It covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna. The wood is part of the wider Sussex Weald, which is characterized by ancient woodlands and rolling hills.

The wood is predominantly composed of oak and beech trees, which provide a lush canopy and create a tranquil and shaded environment. The thick undergrowth consists of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, adding to the beauty of the woodland. The forest floor is covered with a thick layer of leaf litter, creating a soft and natural carpet.

Butler's Wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, foxes, and rabbits. Bird enthusiasts will delight in the presence of woodpeckers, owls, and various species of songbirds. The wood provides an important habitat for these creatures and is a crucial part of the local ecosystem.

Visitors to Butler's Wood can enjoy peaceful walks along the well-maintained trails that wind through the woodland. The paths are surrounded by towering trees, creating a sense of serenity and escape from the outside world. The wood also features a small picnic area, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely outdoor lunch or a family gathering.

Butler's Wood is easily accessible, with a small parking area at its entrance. The wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Sussex's natural beauty.

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Butler's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.904646/0.2848952 or Grid Reference TQ6014. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodhams Bridge

Carrying a farm track over the former railway line. The carved seat in the foreground is one of many that can be found throughout the length of the trail depicting local wildlife, flora and fauna.

Simon Carey

Wealden Landscape near the Cuckoo Trail

Most of the grid square is farmland such as this.

Simon Carey

Afternoon Grazing near Cuckmere River

The course of the river follows the line of trees in the middle of the picture. On the 1940s map most of this area was covered by Springham Wood but it seems to have been grubbed in the preceding 60 years.

Simon Carey

House on the bend

Opposite Lewhurst Farm on the Hailsham - Horam road.

Robin Webster

Barns, Lewhurst Farm

On the Hailsham - Horam road.

Robin Webster

Grove Hill

Near Meadow Cottage and River Cottage.

Oast House Archive

Grove Hill

Towards Hellingly.

Oast House Archive

Electricity Pylons off Grove Hill

Near to Lewhurst Farm.

Oast House Archive

Footpath by Cuckoo Trail

This footpath follows the hedge of the old railway line, now the Cuckoo Trail, for some distance. It is a pleasant alternative for a walker, giving better eastward views than the trail itself, confined between its high hedges.

Robin Webster

Cuckmere River bank

Attempts to photograph the river here failed because it is very deeply incised, with almost vertical banks treacherously covered with obscuring vegetation.

Robin Webster

Musk Mallow and cattle trough

The trough may not be functional - certainly it is not level. This field is typical on those along this stretch between the Cuckmere River and the Cuckoo Trail, which were all ungrazed and uncut in early July.

Robin Webster