Dixter Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Rother

England

Dixter Wood

Dixter Wood, located in Sussex, England, is a charming woodland area that covers approximately 50 acres. It is situated near the village of Northiam and is well-known for its picturesque beauty and diverse array of flora and fauna.

This woodland is primarily made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and chestnut trees, which create a dense canopy overhead. The woodland floor is covered in a rich carpet of bluebells during the spring, providing a breathtaking sight and a vibrant burst of color. Additionally, Dixter Wood is home to various wildflowers, such as primroses, wood anemones, and violets, adding to its natural beauty.

The wood provides a habitat for an abundance of wildlife. Squirrels can often be spotted scurrying through the branches, while various species of birds, including woodpeckers and thrushes, can be heard singing their melodic tunes. If lucky, visitors may even catch a glimpse of deer grazing in the clearings or foxes darting through the undergrowth.

Dixter Wood offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting surroundings. The paths wind through the woodland, providing opportunities for peaceful strolls and nature observation. The wood is also a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts, who can set up their binoculars and admire the diverse avian population.

With its stunning scenery, diverse flora and fauna, and peaceful ambiance, Dixter Wood is a true gem of Sussex. It offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, making it a beloved destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Dixter Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.001084/0.58561034 or Grid Reference TQ8125. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Dixter

Vernon Dunhill

Queen Elizabeth's Oak, Northiam TN31

A plate attached to the tree, at the left of the picture, reads as follows: Queen Elizabeth I, as she journeyed to Rye on the 11th August 1573, sat under this tree and ate a meal served to her from the house nearby. She changed her shoes of green damask silk with a heel 2½" high and a sharp toe, at this spot, and left them behind as a memento of her visit. They are still in existence and are shown on special occasions. The Sussex saying that "our oaks are a thousand years living and a thousand years dying" suggests that this tree could be over 1000 years old. Presented to the Parish Council on the occasion of the 400th anniversary, 11th August 1973, by Hayes Hotel & Restaurant - "the house nearby".

Philip Talmage

St Mary's Church, Northiam TN31

The fine parish church, dating from the 12th century, houses the Pony and Hand Hearse made for the 1887 Jubilee of Queen Victoria.

Philip Talmage

Hayes Hotel, Northiam TN31

This country hotel is reputedly visited by the ghost of an old woman who sits at a spinning wheel in the bar. There is also a story dating back to the 15th century of an ex-resident couple, Molly Beale and Captain Snelling. Molly was killed by her lover Leyton when she refused to leave her husband. The hotel rooms are named after these three and in Snelling there is an inscription of what happened on one of the oak beams. Guests have seen a woman's figure walking across the yard, accompanied by creaking floorboards. Employees have also seen objects flying off the bar. In the background of the picture can be seen the spire of St Mary's.

Philip Talmage

Hayes Hotel & 15th century Inn, Northiam TN31

This, presumably, is the older inn. The spire of St Mary's is visible in the background.

Philip Talmage

Northiam, A28 Main Street, TN31

Junction with Dixter Road, looking north.

Philip Talmage

Friars Cote Farm, Northiam TN31

In Crockers Lane.

Philip Talmage

Weights Wood, Northiam TN31

Philip Talmage

Northiam, A28 Main Street, TN31

Looking northwest.

Philip Talmage

Great Dixter (Northiam, Kent) - oast house

These are the cowls that turn with the wind to prevent smoke and steam from blowing back in the kiln.

Francois Thomas

Great Dixter (Northiam, Kent)

The house was restored in 1911. Its principal medieval features remained intact. It was built for Richard Wakehurst (who died in 1454). The porch dates back from the 15th century. Christopher Lloyd, who has lived at Great Dixter since 1921, died on January 27th 2006, aged 84.

Francois Thomas

Great Dixter (Northiam, Kent)

The view over the meadows.

Francois Thomas

Northiam

The entrance to Northiam from the North. The twin town of Calonne-sur-la-lys saw heavy fighting during the retreat to Dunkirk in 1940; a casualty clearing station in the village yielded many of the dead who were interred at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery that bears the same name.

Tim Knight

Kent Ditch Pumping Station - intake

Kent Ditch is over the river wall and the pump raises water from the levels into it.

Robin Webster

Bridge from Kent to Sussex

The footbridge crosses the Kent Ditch which is the boundary between Kent on the left and East Sussex on the right. Kent Ditch pumping station is on the Sussex bank, and is just in TQ8025.

Robin Webster

Kent Ditch Pumping Station

The embanked Kent Ditch is on the left looking downstream. The viewpoint is uncomfortably close to the building to get within the same square as the subject. Geograph rules are rather irksome when interesting features are close to square boundaries!

Robin Webster