Broadwell Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Wealden

England

Broadwell Wood

Sussex Border Path Sussex border path and public footpath between Bewl Water and approaching Cousley Wood Road, near to the Vine pub.
Sussex Border Path Credit: Oast House Archive

Broadwell Wood is a sprawling forest located in Sussex, England. Stretching across an area of approximately 500 acres, this ancient woodland is a natural treasure that offers visitors a serene and enchanting experience.

The wood is predominantly composed of oak and beech trees, which tower above visitors, creating a dense canopy that filters sunlight and casts an ethereal glow on the forest floor. The trees are adorned with vibrant green mosses and ivy, adding to the woodland's mystical atmosphere. Beneath the canopy, a diverse array of wildflowers, ferns, and fungi flourish, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors and textures.

Broadwell Wood is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a plethora of animal species. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of woodland birds, such as woodpeckers and owls, while mammal lovers may catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, and squirrels. The wood also boasts a rich insect population, with butterflies and dragonflies flitting through the air during the warmer months.

Traversing Broadwell Wood is made easy by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails that wind their way through the forest. These paths allow visitors to explore the wood's nooks and crannies, discovering hidden glades, babbling brooks, and tranquil ponds along the way.

The wood's natural beauty and tranquility make it a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers. Its accessibility, combined with its picturesque scenery, has also made it a favored spot for picnics and family outings. Broadwell Wood truly offers a captivating escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature.

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Sussex Border Path Sussex border path and public footpath between Bewl Water and approaching Cousley Wood Road, near to the Vine pub.
Sussex Border Path
Sussex border path and public footpath between Bewl Water and approaching Cousley Wood Road, near to the Vine pub.
Butts Lane Dead end lane to Little Butts Farm.
Butts Lane
Dead end lane to Little Butts Farm.
View to Bewl Water Reservoir Looking from the Sussex Border Path towards the reservoir. Little Butts Farm at the end of the field. The dam of the reservoir just seen to the left.
View to Bewl Water Reservoir
Looking from the Sussex Border Path towards the reservoir. Little Butts Farm at the end of the field. The dam of the reservoir just seen to the left.
Countryside around Bewl Water View from the Sussex Border Path, from Cousley Wood Road towards Bewl Water, which is just seen beyond the trees.
Countryside around Bewl Water
View from the Sussex Border Path, from Cousley Wood Road towards Bewl Water, which is just seen beyond the trees.
Sussex Border Path From Cousley Wood Road down to Bewl Water
Sussex Border Path
From Cousley Wood Road down to Bewl Water
Tree by the Sussex Border Path The Sussex Border Path is a footpath route nearly 150 miles long around the inland boundary of the county of Sussex. The county owes its origins to the kingdom of the South Saxons and can claim to have one of the longest inland county boundaries from Emsworth to Rye. The route was devised in 1983 and is well signed along most of the route. Website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sussexborderpath.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sussexborderpath.co.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> 
Map: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=40140109&page=1&displayclass=map#i=40140109&page=1&displayclass=map&zoom=2&lat=51.03263&lon=-0.05427&layers=FTTB00000000000T" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=40140109&page=1&displayclass=map#i=40140109&page=1&displayclass=map&zoom=2&lat=51.03263&lon=-0.05427&layers=FTTB00000000000T">Link</a>
Tree by the Sussex Border Path
The Sussex Border Path is a footpath route nearly 150 miles long around the inland boundary of the county of Sussex. The county owes its origins to the kingdom of the South Saxons and can claim to have one of the longest inland county boundaries from Emsworth to Rye. The route was devised in 1983 and is well signed along most of the route. Website LinkExternal link Map: Link
View of Bayham Abbey As seen from Clay Hill Road.
Looks across the old ruins of the former abbey beside the River Teise.
View of Bayham Abbey
As seen from Clay Hill Road. Looks across the old ruins of the former abbey beside the River Teise.
Damselfly near Hook Green Beside a footpath near B2169 Bayham Road, on a private hedge.
A female Beautiful Demoiselle, (Calopteryx virgo).

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beautiful_Demoiselle" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beautiful_Demoiselle">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> for more details.
My first of the year!
Damselfly near Hook Green
Beside a footpath near B2169 Bayham Road, on a private hedge. A female Beautiful Demoiselle, (Calopteryx virgo). See LinkExternal link for more details. My first of the year!
Access road to Bayham Old Abbey This access road leads from the B2169 towards the English Heritage site of Bayham Old Abbey (ruins).
Access road to Bayham Old Abbey
This access road leads from the B2169 towards the English Heritage site of Bayham Old Abbey (ruins).
Footpath past Gage's Wood A path leads from the A2169 Bayham Road, past Wickhurst Farm and then onwards along this track towards Buss's Green.
Gage's Wood is on the left, Wickhurst Wood is on the right.
Footpath past Gage's Wood
A path leads from the A2169 Bayham Road, past Wickhurst Farm and then onwards along this track towards Buss's Green. Gage's Wood is on the left, Wickhurst Wood is on the right.
Vineyard Oast, Lamberhurst Down Single round kiln oast house. As a working oast house the building had three round kilns.

Grade II listed.
Vineyard Oast, Lamberhurst Down
Single round kiln oast house. As a working oast house the building had three round kilns. Grade II listed.
Field and Trees off Monk's Lane
Field and Trees off Monk's Lane
Monk's Lane
Monk's Lane
Crossroads on Newbury Lane Left is Bewl Bridge Lane and right is Sleepers Stile Road
Crossroads on Newbury Lane
Left is Bewl Bridge Lane and right is Sleepers Stile Road
Lane to Free Heath, off Sleepers Stile road
Lane to Free Heath, off Sleepers Stile road
Bluecaps Oast, Sleepers Stile Road Was a single round kiln converted oast house. A second square "kiln" has been  built recently. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/565651">TQ6534 : Oast House</a>
Bluecaps Oast, Sleepers Stile Road
Was a single round kiln converted oast house. A second square "kiln" has been built recently. See TQ6534 : Oast House
Oast at hunter's Hall, Sleepers stile road Single round kiln oast house.

Grade II listed.
Oast at hunter's Hall, Sleepers stile road
Single round kiln oast house. Grade II listed.
Farmland and Roller, near Lower Coulsley wood Farm
Farmland and Roller, near Lower Coulsley wood Farm
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Broadwell Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ6534 (Lat: 51.085151, Lng: 0.36440592)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealden

Police Authority: Sussex

What 3 Words

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