Burnthouse Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Rother

England

Burnthouse Wood

Glossams Place, Beckley Glossams Place in Beckley Woods was an early medieval moated manor house, dating from about 1100. Little more than that fact of its existence has been known about it, until the Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group began to excavate the site a few years ago. Now much of the floor plan has been discovered and some indications of how life was lived there have been uncovered. The locality was also a Roman era ironworking site, and large amounts of slag can be found lying about. — Glossams Place, Beckley Credit: Ron Strutt

Burnthouse Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Spanning an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The wood is situated near the village of Fittleworth and is easily accessible from nearby towns and cities.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of trees, including oak, ash, and beech. These majestic trees provide a dense canopy that filters the sunlight, creating a tranquil and shaded environment below. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Burnthouse Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot deer, badgers, foxes, and a wide variety of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. The wood provides a natural habitat for these creatures, offering a safe haven away from human disturbances.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Burnthouse Wood offers several walking trails that wind through its enchanting landscape. These trails cater to different abilities, ranging from gentle strolls to more challenging hikes. Along the way, walkers can enjoy the beauty of the wood, listen to the soothing sounds of nature, and appreciate the tranquility it provides.

Overall, Burnthouse Wood is a captivating woodland that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature. With its diverse range of trees, abundant wildlife, and well-maintained walking trails, it is a haven for those seeking a peaceful and rejuvenating experience in the heart of Sussex.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.957577/0.6311996 or Grid Reference TQ8420. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Glossams Place, Beckley

Glossams Place in Beckley Woods was an early medieval moated manor house, dating from about 1100. Little more than that fact of its existence has been known about it, until the Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group began to excavate the site a few years ago. Now much of the floor plan has been discovered and some indications of how life was lived there have been uncovered. The locality was also a Roman era ironworking site, and large amounts of slag can be found lying about.

Ron Strutt

River Tillingham Beckley East Sussex

River Tillingham under the Hundred House Bridge just in south east corner of grid square.

Janet Richardson

Footbridge Beckley East Sussex

Footbridge over River Tillingham at crossroads of footpaths north to south and east to west

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Farmland Beckley East Sussex

Farmland along the River Tillingham looking north towards Beckley Furnace grid square TQ8321.

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Road Beckley Woods East Sussex

Narrow country road from Beckley Woods to Peasmarsh.

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Ludley Farm House Beckley East Sussex

Picturesque Farm House on the road from Beckley Wood to the B2089 Broad Oak, Udimore Road.

Janet Richardson

Farmland View Beckley East Sussex

View from Ludley Farm looking south across Hayesland Farm towards Udimore. The trees to the right are Great Sowdens wood.

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Beckley Furnace East Sussex

Furnace Lane leading to small Hamlet of Beckley Furnace.In the background is Furnace Wood.

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Farmland Beckley Furnace East Sussex

The Oast across Furnace farmland along the side of Kicker Wood.

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Birch Wood Beckley Furnace East Sussex

On the edge of Birch Wood near Beckley Furnace.

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The Oast Beckley Furnace East Sussex

The Oast and Furnace Farm is in Furnace Lane Beckley Furnace.

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Spring Time Beckley Furnace East Sussex

Furnace Lane looking to The Oast with the primroses showing sure sign spring is here.

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Hedged Fields near Birds Farm

Typical Wealden countryside where a small area between the woods has been cleared for agriculture. The white house is Beech Cottage the woodland beyond Calveslodge Wood.

Simon Carey

New Plantation, Birds Farm

Being planted in the field to the south of Birds Farm.

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Pond, Cherrytree Shaw

Next to the footpath that links Bixley Lane with Horseshoe Lane.

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Eggshole Brook, Timber Wood

Sharp meanders in the stream as it travels through Timber Wood. This part is east of the brook's crossing of Horseshoe Lane.

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Lone Scots Pine, Beckley Woods

At a junction of tracks, that marked permissive footpath heads north at this point.

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Track Rooted by Wild Boars, Waterfall Wood

A popular spot for Wild Boars to root around the grassy track for grubs and worms. A lot of hoofprints heading into the cover of the trees either side too. Boars are nocturnal tending to come out at dusk. Boars first reappeared in this after the great storms of 1987 and 1991 believed to have escaped from a commercial farm near Tenterden. Since then they have slowly grown in number and are spreading to other nearby woods in their search for food. The result of their rooting is to enable plants such as violet, fleabane and creeping buttercup to colonise the disturbed soil. Boars are not dangerous unless they feel endangered themselves, if you provoke a sow with a new born litter then you will need to learn to climb trees fast.

Simon Carey

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Burnthouse Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ8420 (Lat: 50.957577, Lng: 0.6311996)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Rother

Police Authority: Sussex