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Snowdrop Copse

Wood, Forest in Sussex Rother

England

Snowdrop Copse

Bateman's A Jacobean house, former home of Rudyard Kipling.
Bateman's Credit: Andrew Longton

Snowdrop Copse is a serene and enchanting woodland located in the picturesque county of Sussex, England. Spanning across a vast area of approximately 50 acres, this magical forest is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and a spectacular display of snowdrops that bloom during the spring season.

Nestled amidst rolling hills and verdant meadows, Snowdrop Copse is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility. The woodland is primarily composed of native tree species such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a diverse and thriving ecosystem. The canopy of the forest provides a cool and shady retreat during the warm summer months, while the forest floor comes alive with a myriad of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses.

The main attraction of Snowdrop Copse is undoubtedly the impressive carpet of snowdrops that covers the forest floor every spring. These delicate white flowers, also known as Galanthus, create a breathtaking sight as they bloom in abundance, signaling the end of winter and the arrival of milder days. Visitors flock to the woodland during this time to witness this spectacle of nature, with many capturing the beauty through photography or simply immersing themselves in the peaceful ambience.

Walking through the woodland, visitors can explore a network of well-maintained trails that wind their way through the trees, offering glimpses of wildlife such as squirrels, rabbits, and a variety of bird species. There are also designated picnic areas and seating spots where visitors can relax and admire the surroundings.

Snowdrop Copse is truly a hidden gem in Sussex, offering an oasis of natural beauty and tranquility for all who venture into its enchanting embrace.

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Bateman's A Jacobean house, former home of Rudyard Kipling.
Bateman's
A Jacobean house, former home of Rudyard Kipling.
Burwash Village Burwash is a small village with one road and a Norman Church surrounded by lovely countryside.The sign depicts the old iron industry of the area
Burwash Village
Burwash is a small village with one road and a Norman Church surrounded by lovely countryside.The sign depicts the old iron industry of the area
Burwash Church and Memorial East Sussex Burwash Church and Memorial, Burwash Village East Sussex.
Burwash Church and Memorial East Sussex
Burwash Church and Memorial, Burwash Village East Sussex.
Hop Garden near Witherenden An uncommon sight these days, one of the few hop gardens in an area in the High Weald that used to be famous for hop growing. This is in early spring when the trellis has been strung, and the fresh bines are just emerging.
Hop Garden near Witherenden
An uncommon sight these days, one of the few hop gardens in an area in the High Weald that used to be famous for hop growing. This is in early spring when the trellis has been strung, and the fresh bines are just emerging.
Oil seed rape crop in flower A High Weald landscape in spring, near Witherenden Hill
Oil seed rape crop in flower
A High Weald landscape in spring, near Witherenden Hill
Woods behind Stonegate station one of the many bits of woodland in the Weald
Woods behind Stonegate station
one of the many bits of woodland in the Weald
Gardens at Bateman's The formal garden behind the National Trust property at Bateman's.
Gardens at Bateman's
The formal garden behind the National Trust property at Bateman's.
Alder Wood, High Weald Typical Wealden scenery of fields and woods on top of the rolling hills. Below are meandering streams leading to the marshes on the Channel.
Alder Wood, High Weald
Typical Wealden scenery of fields and woods on top of the rolling hills. Below are meandering streams leading to the marshes on the Channel.
Footpath North-east of Woodlands Farm The path , north-east of Burwash Weald, follows the Wealden hill tops, where the going should be easier than down in the wet river valleys.
Footpath North-east of Woodlands Farm
The path , north-east of Burwash Weald, follows the Wealden hill tops, where the going should be easier than down in the wet river valleys.
Wheat Field on the High Weald West of Burwash, this field is one of the ridge tops of the High Weald of East Sussex. The fields are interspersed with orchards and woodland.
Wheat Field on the High Weald
West of Burwash, this field is one of the ridge tops of the High Weald of East Sussex. The fields are interspersed with orchards and woodland.
Apple Orchard by Mottynsden Farm Apples ripening on the East Sussex High Weald. Burwash village is on the skyline, occupying the next ridge top to the south-east.
Apple Orchard by Mottynsden Farm
Apples ripening on the East Sussex High Weald. Burwash village is on the skyline, occupying the next ridge top to the south-east.
Dairy Farming, Holton Farm This High Wealden farm has dairy cattle on its fields. Hedgerows separate the fields and footpaths.
Dairy Farming, Holton Farm
This High Wealden farm has dairy cattle on its fields. Hedgerows separate the fields and footpaths.
Apple Orchard by Holton Farm This orchard contains a variety of English apples which are nearly ready for market.
Apple Orchard by Holton Farm
This orchard contains a variety of English apples which are nearly ready for market.
Just like the "Garden of England" This quintessential Wealden scene of sheep grazing in an apple orchard is often taken as archetypal Kent. However, this is near Burwash, East Sussex where the landscape is very much like the Kentish High Weald.
Just like the "Garden of England"
This quintessential Wealden scene of sheep grazing in an apple orchard is often taken as archetypal Kent. However, this is near Burwash, East Sussex where the landscape is very much like the Kentish High Weald.
Battle of Britain Memorial, near Burwash The High Weald was one of the main scenes of the Battle of Britain in 1940. This excellently maintained memorial is on a footpath near Holton Farm. It commemorates a Flight Lieutenant R. F. Rimmer who died on 27th September 1940, aged just 21.
Battle of Britain Memorial, near Burwash
The High Weald was one of the main scenes of the Battle of Britain in 1940. This excellently maintained memorial is on a footpath near Holton Farm. It commemorates a Flight Lieutenant R. F. Rimmer who died on 27th September 1940, aged just 21.
Ripening Apples, near Burwash High Wealden East Sussex is very like Kent. Orchards are a feature common to both counties here. In the background are houses in Burwash, on the next ridge top in this cuesta landscape of parallel hills and valleys.
Ripening Apples, near Burwash
High Wealden East Sussex is very like Kent. Orchards are a feature common to both counties here. In the background are houses in Burwash, on the next ridge top in this cuesta landscape of parallel hills and valleys.
Ripening Apples, near Burwash Red apples catch the late afternoon sun in this orchard by Mottynsden Farm. On the skyline are the rooftops of Burwash village which sits atop the next ridge.
Ripening Apples, near Burwash
Red apples catch the late afternoon sun in this orchard by Mottynsden Farm. On the skyline are the rooftops of Burwash village which sits atop the next ridge.
The Oast House, Mottynsden Farm Oasts are a common feature of this area of East Sussex, bordering Kent. This one with its double oast has, like many, been converted into a house.
The Oast House, Mottynsden Farm
Oasts are a common feature of this area of East Sussex, bordering Kent. This one with its double oast has, like many, been converted into a house.
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Snowdrop Copse is located at Grid Ref: TQ6625 (Lat: 51.005168, Lng: 0.37290873)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Rother

Police Authority: Sussex

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Description: Flight Lt Rimmer was shot down here on Sep 27 1940 at 15:30. The family set up a plaque near Franchise Manor Farm. It was replaced by a boulder and new plaque in 2014, a joint effort by the Rimmer family and the Shoreham Aircraft Museum.
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Inscription: In memory of Fl Lt Reginald Rimmer, aged 21 years of 229 Squadron who lost his life near this spot on 27th Sep 1940 in Hurricane V6782 – one of Churchill's few. Memorial dedicated on 27th Sep 2014 by the Rimmer family and The Shoreham Aircraft Museum.
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