Cinderbank Shaw

Wood, Forest in Sussex Rother

England

Cinderbank Shaw

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 Credit: N Chadwick

Cinderbank Shaw is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Nestled within the enchanting landscape of the South Downs National Park, this forested area spans approximately 100 acres and is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of towering oak, beech, and ash trees, which create a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich diversity of flora, including bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, offering a vibrant display of colors throughout the seasons.

Cinderbank Shaw is home to an array of wildlife, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and animal lovers. Visitors may spot various bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers, as well as mammals like deer, foxes, and badgers. The forest also supports a thriving population of butterflies and insects, adding to its ecological significance.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Cinderbank Shaw provides an array of recreational activities. The forest offers a network of well-maintained trails, allowing hikers and walkers to explore the woodland at their own pace. Additionally, the forest provides a perfect backdrop for picnics, photography, and nature observation. The peaceful atmosphere and breathtaking scenery make it an ideal location for those seeking solace and connection with the natural world.

Managed by the local authorities, Cinderbank Shaw is a cherished natural gem in Sussex. Its beauty and ecological importance make it a beloved destination for locals and tourists alike, providing a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.951996/0.52470371 or Grid Reference TQ7719. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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.

Path Junction, Barnes Wood Forestry land is crossed by clay-surfaced paths and tracks.

Path Junction, Barnes Wood

Forestry land is crossed by clay-surfaced paths and tracks.

Woodland near Vinehall Street A stream is lined by deciduous trees, like beech. Note the recently fallen tree here. The soil is mainly water-retaining clay.

Woodland near Vinehall Street

A stream is lined by deciduous trees, like beech. Note the recently fallen tree here. The soil is mainly water-retaining clay.

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.

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Cinderbank Shaw is located at Grid Ref: TQ7719 (Lat: 50.951996, Lng: 0.52470371)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Rother

Police Authority: Sussex

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Located within 500m of 50.951996,0.52470371

Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard

Addr City: Cripps Corner

Addr Postcode: TN32 5SA

Addr Street: Hawkhurst Road

Shop: wine

Website: https://www.englishorganicwine.co.uk

Lat/Long: 50.9556324/0.5281303

Ford: yes

Lat/Long: 50.9486343/0.5208718

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 50.9554049/0.525217

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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