Babylon Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Rother

England

Babylon Wood

Holmhurst St Mary Grade II listed.
Holmhurst St Mary Credit: Oast House Archive

Babylon Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a well-known attraction for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is nestled within the beautiful South Downs National Park, offering visitors a tranquil and serene setting to explore.

Babylon Wood boasts a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and ash, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The dense canopy provides ample shade during the summer months, making it a popular spot for picnics and walks. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, adding to the enchanting ambiance.

The wood is home to various wildlife species, including deer, badgers, and a variety of bird species. Birdwatchers will delight in the opportunity to spot woodpeckers, owls, and other feathered inhabitants. Nature enthusiasts can also find a multitude of insects, butterflies, and small mammals, enhancing the overall biodiversity of Babylon Wood.

There are several well-marked trails throughout the wood, catering to different fitness levels and preferences. These paths wind through the trees, offering visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings. In addition to the trails, there are designated areas for camping and picnicking, providing visitors with the opportunity to spend extended periods exploring and enjoying the wood.

Overall, Babylon Wood is a captivating destination that showcases the natural splendor of Sussex. With its diverse flora and fauna, peaceful atmosphere, and well-maintained trails, it offers a delightful experience for anyone seeking solace in nature.

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Holmhurst St Mary Grade II listed.
Holmhurst St Mary
Grade II listed.
Radio Mast at Baldsow on the northern outskirts of Hastings Seen from Maplehurst Road
Radio Mast at Baldsow on the northern outskirts of Hastings
Seen from Maplehurst Road
Sandstone wall at Holmhurst St. Mary, Hastings This beautifully patterned old wall of mainly sandstone blocks is not only attractive in its own right, it provides a great habitat for many species of lichen and other smaller plants and their associated faunas.
Sandstone wall at Holmhurst St. Mary, Hastings
This beautifully patterned old wall of mainly sandstone blocks is not only attractive in its own right, it provides a great habitat for many species of lichen and other smaller plants and their associated faunas.
Gated community of houses and flats, Holmhurst St Mary, Hastings These Grade II listed buildings were started in the late 18th century but have been much altered and added to since then.  It has been a school and a convent but is now (2021) private housing.
Gated community of houses and flats, Holmhurst St Mary, Hastings
These Grade II listed buildings were started in the late 18th century but have been much altered and added to since then. It has been a school and a convent but is now (2021) private housing.
Private houses at Holmhurts St Mary, Hastings These houses are in a gated community on the south side of The Ridge.
Private houses at Holmhurts St Mary, Hastings
These houses are in a gated community on the south side of The Ridge.
Rear garden in Holmhurst St. Mary, Hastings The houses in the background are in Francis Bird Place.
Rear garden in Holmhurst St. Mary, Hastings
The houses in the background are in Francis Bird Place.
Houses at Holmhurst St. Mary, Hastings Building at Holmhurst St. Mary started in the late 18th century and the area is currently a gated estate of private housing.  It is Grade II listed.
Houses at Holmhurst St. Mary, Hastings
Building at Holmhurst St. Mary started in the late 18th century and the area is currently a gated estate of private housing. It is Grade II listed.
Stone ornament at Holmhurst St Mary, The Ridge, Hasings Holmhurst St Mary is now a private housing development and this structure is part of the former building mostly designed by Thomas Hare in the 19th century.  The stone ornament once stood above the Ave-Vale gate and was copied from a similar structure at Stibbington Hall in Huntingdonshire.
Stone ornament at Holmhurst St Mary, The Ridge, Hasings
Holmhurst St Mary is now a private housing development and this structure is part of the former building mostly designed by Thomas Hare in the 19th century. The stone ornament once stood above the Ave-Vale gate and was copied from a similar structure at Stibbington Hall in Huntingdonshire.
Road works in Westfield Lane north of Maplehurst Wood
Road works in Westfield Lane north of Maplehurst Wood
Kirklands (right) and Cherrydown, Westfield village These two houses at the southern end of Westfield village overlook the junction of Westfield Lane (A28) and Church Lane
Kirklands (right) and Cherrydown, Westfield village
These two houses at the southern end of Westfield village overlook the junction of Westfield Lane (A28) and Church Lane
St John the Baptist Church, Westfield
St John the Baptist Church, Westfield
Warehouses north of The Ridge, Hastings
Warehouses north of The Ridge, Hastings
Footpath through the Woods This woodland is on the edge of Beauport park & Hastings Golf Club
Footpath through the Woods
This woodland is on the edge of Beauport park & Hastings Golf Club
Sedlescombe Golf Course through the trees Sedlescombe Golf Club offers excellent golf, hotel & conference facilities for the golfer and non golfer alike.
The parkland golf course measures 6269 yards and with a variety of obstacles including ponds and deep fairway bunkers, provides an enjoyable challenge to golfers of all abilities. 
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sedlescombegolfclub.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sedlescombegolfclub.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>
Sedlescombe Golf Course through the trees
Sedlescombe Golf Club offers excellent golf, hotel & conference facilities for the golfer and non golfer alike. The parkland golf course measures 6269 yards and with a variety of obstacles including ponds and deep fairway bunkers, provides an enjoyable challenge to golfers of all abilities. Website: LinkExternal link
Sedlescombe Golf Course Sedlescombe Golf Club offers excellent golf, hotel & conference facilities for the golfer and non golfer alike.
The parkland golf course measures 6269 yards and with a variety of obstacles including ponds and deep fairway bunkers, provides an enjoyable challenge to golfers of all abilities. 
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sedlescombegolfclub.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sedlescombegolfclub.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>
Sedlescombe Golf Course
Sedlescombe Golf Club offers excellent golf, hotel & conference facilities for the golfer and non golfer alike. The parkland golf course measures 6269 yards and with a variety of obstacles including ponds and deep fairway bunkers, provides an enjoyable challenge to golfers of all abilities. Website: LinkExternal link
Footpath across Sedlescombe Golf Course Sedlescombe Golf Club offers excellent golf, hotel & conference facilities for the golfer and non golfer alike.
The parkland golf course measures 6269 yards and with a variety of obstacles including ponds and deep fairway bunkers, provides an enjoyable challenge to golfers of all abilities. 
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sedlescombegolfclub.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sedlescombegolfclub.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>
Footpath across Sedlescombe Golf Course
Sedlescombe Golf Club offers excellent golf, hotel & conference facilities for the golfer and non golfer alike. The parkland golf course measures 6269 yards and with a variety of obstacles including ponds and deep fairway bunkers, provides an enjoyable challenge to golfers of all abilities. Website: LinkExternal link
Distinctive tree in the Great Wood, Battle
Distinctive tree in the Great Wood, Battle
Bluebells by the track in the Great Wood
Bluebells by the track in the Great Wood
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Babylon Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ7914 (Lat: 50.902811, Lng: 0.54851206)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Rother

Police Authority: Sussex

What 3 Words

///branch.sand.water. Near Battle, East Sussex

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