Horse Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Horse Wood

Footpath Punnets Town Footpath next to Blackdown Mill across farmland, Punnets Town East Sussex.
Footpath Punnets Town Credit: Janet Richardson

Horse Wood, located in Sussex, England, is a picturesque woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this ancient wood is a haven for wildlife and offers a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The wood is predominantly made up of a mix of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, creating a dense and verdant canopy that provides shade and shelter for a diverse range of flora and fauna. Bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic carpet the forest floor during spring, creating a stunning display of colors and scents.

Horse Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature photographers. Visitors may spot various species, such as woodpeckers, tawny owls, and treecreepers among the trees, while deer, foxes, and badgers roam the undergrowth.

For those seeking outdoor activities, the wood offers a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails that wind through the trees, providing walkers with the opportunity to explore the area's diverse habitats and take in its natural splendor. The wood is also a popular destination for horse riders and cyclists, with designated bridleways and cycling routes available.

Horse Wood, with its peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery, offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you are a nature lover, a keen walker, or simply seeking a quiet spot to relax, this woodland gem in Sussex is sure to captivate and inspire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.945412/0.32466305 or Grid Reference TQ6318. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath Punnets Town Footpath next to Blackdown Mill across farmland, Punnets Town East Sussex.
Footpath Punnets Town
Footpath next to Blackdown Mill across farmland, Punnets Town East Sussex.
Frost Cottage frost Cottage stands on Flitterbrook Lane in Warbleton Parish. It was named after my ancestor, John Frost, who lived there. John lived from about 1733 to 1809
Frost Cottage
frost Cottage stands on Flitterbrook Lane in Warbleton Parish. It was named after my ancestor, John Frost, who lived there. John lived from about 1733 to 1809
The Three Cups Inn, Three Cups Corner, East Sussex Three Cups Corner probably derives its unusual name from its position on a watershed separating three streams.
The Three Cups Inn, Three Cups Corner, East Sussex
Three Cups Corner probably derives its unusual name from its position on a watershed separating three streams.
Three Cups Inn
Three Cups Inn
House, telephone  box and road junction at Three Cups Corner
House, telephone box and road junction at Three Cups Corner
Road junction, Three Cups Corner
Road junction, Three Cups Corner
Any old iron! Metal Waste Management Centre - scrapyard.
Any old iron!
Metal Waste Management Centre - scrapyard.
B2096, Punnett's Town
B2096, Punnett's Town
Kemp's Wood
Kemp's Wood
Stile near Kemp's Wood
Stile near Kemp's Wood
Footpath leading to Kemp's farm
Footpath leading to Kemp's farm
Approaching Kemp's Farm
Approaching Kemp's Farm
Kemp's Farm
Kemp's Farm
B2096, East of Punnett's Town The B2096 is a medium-length B-road heading west of Battle in Sussex. It manages a journey of almost 10 miles without reaching any classified roads except for the two at either end.
It starts at a fork on the A271 west of Battle, on the edge of Beechdown Wood. The 1922 Road Lists claim it starts at the Squirrel Inn. This is still in existence but is a short distance west along the A271 and so invisible from this junction.
The B2096 heads north to Netherfield where it turns to head west. It climbs to Wood's Corner before descending to Earl's Down It goes through Punnett's Town and Cade Street.
Finally it terminates at Traffic Lights on the A265 in Heathfield.
B2096, East of Punnett's Town
The B2096 is a medium-length B-road heading west of Battle in Sussex. It manages a journey of almost 10 miles without reaching any classified roads except for the two at either end. It starts at a fork on the A271 west of Battle, on the edge of Beechdown Wood. The 1922 Road Lists claim it starts at the Squirrel Inn. This is still in existence but is a short distance west along the A271 and so invisible from this junction. The B2096 heads north to Netherfield where it turns to head west. It climbs to Wood's Corner before descending to Earl's Down It goes through Punnett's Town and Cade Street. Finally it terminates at Traffic Lights on the A265 in Heathfield.
B2096 leading towards Three Cups Corner The B2096 is a medium-length B-road heading west of Battle in Sussex. It manages a journey of almost 10 miles without reaching any classified roads except for the two at either end.
It starts at a fork on the A271 west of Battle, on the edge of Beechdown Wood. The 1922 Road Lists claim it starts at the Squirrel Inn. This is still in existence but is a short distance west along the A271 and so invisible from this junction.
The B2096 heads north to Netherfield where it turns to head west. It climbs to Wood's Corner before descending to Earl's Down It goes through Punnett's Town and Cade Street.
Finally it terminates at Traffic Lights on the A265 in Heathfield.
B2096 leading towards Three Cups Corner
The B2096 is a medium-length B-road heading west of Battle in Sussex. It manages a journey of almost 10 miles without reaching any classified roads except for the two at either end. It starts at a fork on the A271 west of Battle, on the edge of Beechdown Wood. The 1922 Road Lists claim it starts at the Squirrel Inn. This is still in existence but is a short distance west along the A271 and so invisible from this junction. The B2096 heads north to Netherfield where it turns to head west. It climbs to Wood's Corner before descending to Earl's Down It goes through Punnett's Town and Cade Street. Finally it terminates at Traffic Lights on the A265 in Heathfield.
Downgate Farm
Downgate Farm
Cottage on the B2096, Three Cups Corner
Cottage on the B2096, Three Cups Corner
Little Brewer's Farm, Three Cups Corner
Little Brewer's Farm, Three Cups Corner
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Horse Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ6318 (Lat: 50.945412, Lng: 0.32466305)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

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