Boniface Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Boniface Wood

Hellingly Hospital Admin block of Hellingly Hospital, formerly known as the East Sussex County Asylum. Opened in 1903 this vast site (covering most of the grid square) was an enclosed community having a farm, church and even its own railway connected to the nearby Cuckoo Line. Now vandalised and ravaged by the elements it closed in the 1990's apart from the nearby secure unit.
Hellingly Hospital Credit: Chess

Boniface Wood, located in Sussex, England, is a serene and enchanting forest that charms visitors with its natural beauty and rich history. Spanning over an area of approximately 50 acres, this woodland is part of the larger Boniface Estate, which has been under the ownership of the Boniface family for several generations.

The woodland is predominantly composed of mixed deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the surroundings. The tall, majestic trees provide a canopy overhead, allowing dappled sunlight to filter through and create a picturesque atmosphere.

Boniface Wood is known for its tranquil trails and pathways, which wind through the forest, providing visitors with the opportunity to immerse themselves in nature. Walking through the woodlands, one can encounter an array of wildlife, including squirrels, rabbits, and a variety of bird species.

Aside from its natural beauty, Boniface Wood also holds historical significance. It is believed that the woodland has been in existence since medieval times, and remnants of ancient boundary banks and ditches can still be observed. The wood has been managed sustainably over the years, with selective logging and conservation practices in place to preserve its natural heritage.

Whether it's for peaceful walks, wildlife spotting, or an appreciation of its historical roots, Boniface Wood offers visitors a chance to escape into nature and enjoy the tranquility of this charming Sussex forest.

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Hellingly Hospital Admin block of Hellingly Hospital, formerly known as the East Sussex County Asylum. Opened in 1903 this vast site (covering most of the grid square) was an enclosed community having a farm, church and even its own railway connected to the nearby Cuckoo Line. Now vandalised and ravaged by the elements it closed in the 1990's apart from the nearby secure unit.
Hellingly Hospital
Admin block of Hellingly Hospital, formerly known as the East Sussex County Asylum. Opened in 1903 this vast site (covering most of the grid square) was an enclosed community having a farm, church and even its own railway connected to the nearby Cuckoo Line. Now vandalised and ravaged by the elements it closed in the 1990's apart from the nearby secure unit.
Magham Oast, New Road, Hellingly, East Sussex
Magham Oast, New Road, Hellingly, East Sussex
Hellingly, Hailsham, East Sussex Hellingly Hospital was a large mental hospital in the village of Hellingly, east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. The hospital, also known as East Sussex County Asylum or just Hellingly, was opened in 1903. Its architect was GT Hine, one of the great asylum architects of the era.

The hospital boasted its own railway line, the Hellingly Hospital Railway, used principally for transport of coal. This branch line led from the main line to the boilerhouse. The hospital also had a vast laundry, ball room, patients' shop, sewing rooms, nurses home, extensive grounds, and an advanced utilities network for its time, including a large boilerhouse and a water tower. It followed the compact arrow plan for the main hospital, with separate villas surrounding this.

The majority of the hospital closed throughout 1994, however, and to this day much of the 25.4 hectare site stands derelict and extremely run down, after suffering repeated vandalism and multiple arson attacks.
Hellingly, Hailsham, East Sussex
Hellingly Hospital was a large mental hospital in the village of Hellingly, east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. The hospital, also known as East Sussex County Asylum or just Hellingly, was opened in 1903. Its architect was GT Hine, one of the great asylum architects of the era. The hospital boasted its own railway line, the Hellingly Hospital Railway, used principally for transport of coal. This branch line led from the main line to the boilerhouse. The hospital also had a vast laundry, ball room, patients' shop, sewing rooms, nurses home, extensive grounds, and an advanced utilities network for its time, including a large boilerhouse and a water tower. It followed the compact arrow plan for the main hospital, with separate villas surrounding this. The majority of the hospital closed throughout 1994, however, and to this day much of the 25.4 hectare site stands derelict and extremely run down, after suffering repeated vandalism and multiple arson attacks.
Grove Hill Near Meadow Cottage and River Cottage.
Grove Hill
Near Meadow Cottage and River Cottage.
Grove Hill Towards Hellingly.
Grove Hill
Towards Hellingly.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bend in Old Road, Magham Down, East Sussex
Bend in Old Road, Magham Down, East Sussex
Old Road, Magham Down
Old Road, Magham Down
Meadows at Deudney's Farm, Magham Down
Meadows at Deudney's Farm, Magham Down
Junction of Cowbeech Road with Stunts Green
Junction of Cowbeech Road with Stunts Green
Signpost at Cowbeech Hill
Signpost at Cowbeech Hill
Land near  Ginger's  Green Farm Looking towards Eastbourne
Land near Ginger's Green Farm
Looking towards Eastbourne
Oast Garden Cottage, Cowbeech Hill, Cowbeech Single round kiln oast house. Interesting alternate colour brick courses.
Oast Garden Cottage, Cowbeech Hill, Cowbeech
Single round kiln oast house. Interesting alternate colour brick courses.
Orchard off Under Road
Orchard off Under Road
Lane near Park Wood This road runs down to the A271
Lane near Park Wood
This road runs down to the A271
Farm buildings off road to Cowbeech Hill
Farm buildings off road to Cowbeech Hill
Road from Cowbeech Hill
Road from Cowbeech Hill
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Boniface Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ6013 (Lat: 50.895386, Lng: 0.28650398)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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Located within 500m of 50.895386,0.28650398
Addr City: Cowbeech
Addr Housename: Oaklands
Addr Street: Cowbeech Hill
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 50.8930063/0.2917922
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