Beech Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Rother

England

Beech Wood

Bridge over the River Line, Whatlington A sussex byway crosses this small river in the Hamlet / Small village of Whatlington — Bridge over the River Line, Whatlington Credit: N Chadwick

Beech Wood is a picturesque forest located in Sussex, England. Spanning over a vast area, it is known for its dense population of majestic beech trees, which dominate the landscape and give the wood its name. The forest is situated within the South Downs National Park, adding to its natural beauty and significance.

The beech trees in Beech Wood are renowned for their tall, slender trunks and distinctive smooth, silver-grey bark. Their branches form a dense canopy that creates a shaded and cool environment underneath, making it an ideal spot for walks and picnics, especially during hot summer days. The rich green foliage of the beech trees offers a stunning sight in spring and summer, while the vibrant autumn colors of golden yellow and rusty brown create a breathtaking spectacle during the fall.

This woodland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Bluebells carpet the forest floor in spring, creating a sea of vibrant blue. Wildlife enthusiasts can spot a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits. The wood is also home to various insects and butterflies that thrive in this natural habitat.

Beech Wood offers numerous trails and pathways, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The tranquil atmosphere and serene surroundings make it an ideal destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers. With its rich biodiversity and stunning scenery, Beech Wood is truly a treasure in Sussex, attracting visitors from near and far to experience its natural splendor.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.948961/0.52321508 or Grid Reference TQ7719. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge over the River Line, Whatlington A sussex byway crosses this small river in the Hamlet / Small village of Whatlington

Bridge over the River Line, Whatlington

A sussex byway crosses this small river in the Hamlet / Small village of Whatlington

The Royal Oak, Whatlington This public house was built in 1490. The apple tree in the garden is wassailed every year. The A21 runs by its side.

The Royal Oak, Whatlington

This public house was built in 1490. The apple tree in the garden is wassailed every year. The A21 runs by its side.

The Royal Oak, Whatlington In the bar is a very deep well &amp; a very large inglenook

The Royal Oak, Whatlington

In the bar is a very deep well & a very large inglenook

Barnes Wood A forest track leading into the wood where it was a busy day for foresters. A few sections of track were rendered nearly impassable by the deep ruts in the mud.

Barnes Wood

A forest track leading into the wood where it was a busy day for foresters. A few sections of track were rendered nearly impassable by the deep ruts in the mud.

Forest Track in Barnes Wood This wood has a number of tracks criss-crossing its small area. The tracks are clay surface and so are very prone to being very muddy after wet weather, and prone to having deep ruts caused by forestry vehicles.

Forest Track in Barnes Wood

This wood has a number of tracks criss-crossing its small area. The tracks are clay surface and so are very prone to being very muddy after wet weather, and prone to having deep ruts caused by forestry vehicles.

Footbridge North of Sedlescombe East Sussex Council maintains this area well. A stile, footbridge, steps and a second stile make the going easy for walkers to cross this stream.

Footbridge North of Sedlescombe

East Sussex Council maintains this area well. A stile, footbridge, steps and a second stile make the going easy for walkers to cross this stream.

Grazing Sheep at Footland The wet grassland provides sustenance for many sheep as they enter the lambing season. Beyond the fields, the valleysides are clothed by deciduous trees.

Grazing Sheep at Footland

The wet grassland provides sustenance for many sheep as they enter the lambing season. Beyond the fields, the valleysides are clothed by deciduous trees.

Sedlescombe Parish Church The parish church of St John the Baptist dates from the 13th Century but the west tower seen here dates from 15th Century. Spanish chestnuts flank the entrance while there are, naturally, yews in the churchyard.

Sedlescombe Parish Church

The parish church of St John the Baptist dates from the 13th Century but the west tower seen here dates from 15th Century. Spanish chestnuts flank the entrance while there are, naturally, yews in the churchyard.

Footpath at Sedlescombe Church The path parallels the village street which follows the ridge line between the River Line and another tributary of the River Brede. Rhododendrons and skimmia lining the churchyard are blooming in February.

Footpath at Sedlescombe Church

The path parallels the village street which follows the ridge line between the River Line and another tributary of the River Brede. Rhododendrons and skimmia lining the churchyard are blooming in February.

Daffodil in Sedlescombe Churchyard Early blooms in beside the 15th Century church tower. The Sackvilles were the local landowners here.

Daffodil in Sedlescombe Churchyard

Early blooms in beside the 15th Century church tower. The Sackvilles were the local landowners here.

Blocked Footpath at Sedlescombe A fallen tree makes the going difficult for walkers but about three feet headroom makes the path still passable.

Blocked Footpath at Sedlescombe

A fallen tree makes the going difficult for walkers but about three feet headroom makes the path still passable.

Wealden Landscape North of Sedlescombe The footpath descends a grassy slope, to cross a stream , then rise again over another meadow. Woods mingle with the fields. The clay soil was still soaking after heavy rain, you could hear the water running across the slopes.

Wealden Landscape North of Sedlescombe

The footpath descends a grassy slope, to cross a stream , then rise again over another meadow. Woods mingle with the fields. The clay soil was still soaking after heavy rain, you could hear the water running across the slopes.

Blocked Path near Beech Farm This trunk, mottled with light turquoise growth, lies across the path through a small beech wood.

Blocked Path near Beech Farm

This trunk, mottled with light turquoise growth, lies across the path through a small beech wood.

Picnic Site, Footland Wood Benches sit benow the birches by the large car park. This area is popular with dog-walkers and walkers.

Picnic Site, Footland Wood

Benches sit benow the birches by the large car park. This area is popular with dog-walkers and walkers.

Log Stack, Barnes Wood The output of winter forestry activity line a track in this Wealden wood.

Log Stack, Barnes Wood

The output of winter forestry activity line a track in this Wealden wood.

Wealden Landscape, Vinehall Street Grassy fields, woods and oast houses are typical of this area of the Weald. Across the view runs the A21 London - Hastings road.

Wealden Landscape, Vinehall Street

Grassy fields, woods and oast houses are typical of this area of the Weald. Across the view runs the A21 London - Hastings road.

Oasts, Vinehall Street Industrial relics from the East Sussex hop industry which have not yet been converted into a desirable country residence.

Oasts, Vinehall Street

Industrial relics from the East Sussex hop industry which have not yet been converted into a desirable country residence.

Oast By Hancox This old oast is now converted into a desirable rural dwelling. It still sits in a farming location, behind the straw bales.

Oast By Hancox

This old oast is now converted into a desirable rural dwelling. It still sits in a farming location, behind the straw bales.

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Beech Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ7719 (Lat: 50.948961, Lng: 0.52321508)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Rother

Police Authority: Sussex

What 3 Words

///dozed.making.laminate. Near Battle, East Sussex

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