Dean Wood

Wood, Forest in Sussex Rother

England

Dean Wood

Great Knelle Farm Seen from the Farm World tractor ride. For more information see the Great Knelle Farm website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.farmworld-rye.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.farmworld-rye.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> — Great Knelle Farm Credit: Andy Potter

Dean Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Sussex, England. Situated near the village of Wood, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The forest covers a vast area of approximately 500 acres, boasting an impressive variety of flora and fauna.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and ash. These towering trees provide a sheltered and tranquil environment, making it an ideal habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. Visitors can expect to spot various bird species, including woodpeckers, tits, and finches, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

Trails and footpaths wind through the forest, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its natural beauty. The paths are well-maintained, making it accessible for people of all ages and abilities. Along the way, there are several viewpoints that provide stunning vistas of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for photography enthusiasts.

Additionally, Dean Wood offers a range of recreational activities. There are designated picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the forest, providing a perfect setting for a family outing or a peaceful lunch amidst nature. Furthermore, the forest is home to a number of walking and cycling routes, catering to outdoor enthusiasts seeking an active adventure.

Overall, Dean Wood in Sussex is a captivating woodland that offers a diverse range of experiences for nature lovers. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a bird-watching expedition, or a family picnic, this enchanting forest provides a serene and idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.992866/0.65165171 or Grid Reference TQ8624. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Knelle Farm Seen from the Farm World tractor ride. For more information see the Great Knelle Farm website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.farmworld-rye.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.farmworld-rye.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>

Great Knelle Farm

Seen from the Farm World tractor ride. For more information see the Great Knelle Farm website Link

Footpath through Milldown Wood Linking Horseshoe Lane with King&#039;s Barn Lane. Birches are the predominant tree here.

Footpath through Milldown Wood

Linking Horseshoe Lane with King's Barn Lane. Birches are the predominant tree here.

Main Track, Bixley Wood Bixley Wood is a commercial wood owned by the Forestry Commission and is a mixture of Birch, Oak and Pine. This track is the white clearing on the Landranger map looking south.

Main Track, Bixley Wood

Bixley Wood is a commercial wood owned by the Forestry Commission and is a mixture of Birch, Oak and Pine. This track is the white clearing on the Landranger map looking south.

Unnamed Stream, Milldown Wood At the very edge near to where a small footbridge carries the footpath from Horseshoe Lane to King&#039;s Barn Lane. The previous night&#039;s rain had made many streams fast running. This one runs north towards the Rother.

Unnamed Stream, Milldown Wood

At the very edge near to where a small footbridge carries the footpath from Horseshoe Lane to King's Barn Lane. The previous night's rain had made many streams fast running. This one runs north towards the Rother.

Footbridge over Unnamed Stream, Milldown Wood On the eastern edge of the wood is this rather rickety footbridge. The fir darkens the entrance to the wood.

Footbridge over Unnamed Stream, Milldown Wood

On the eastern edge of the wood is this rather rickety footbridge. The fir darkens the entrance to the wood.

Fields North of Beckley Taken from the footpath linking King&#039;s Barn Lane with Bixley Wood, the low cloud still obscuring the horizon.

Fields North of Beckley

Taken from the footpath linking King's Barn Lane with Bixley Wood, the low cloud still obscuring the horizon.

Flatroper's Wood Open access land owned by the Sussex Wildlife Trust. Only a small part of the wood is the rest is in private ownership. The wood is home to the growing population of Wild Boar whose numbers have been growing steadily since the storms of 1987 destroyed fences and enabled a large number to escape into the wild. Booth this wood, Bixley Wood and Beckley Woods are now home to these nocturnal creatures.

Flatroper's Wood

Open access land owned by the Sussex Wildlife Trust. Only a small part of the wood is the rest is in private ownership. The wood is home to the growing population of Wild Boar whose numbers have been growing steadily since the storms of 1987 destroyed fences and enabled a large number to escape into the wild. Booth this wood, Bixley Wood and Beckley Woods are now home to these nocturnal creatures.

Bixley Lane Flatroper&#039;s Wood to the left, Bixley Wood to the right. Both have very fine woodbank boundaries. Bixley Lane is a rutted track between Bixley Wood car park and Birds Farm though it is possible to drive vehicles down it.

Bixley Lane

Flatroper's Wood to the left, Bixley Wood to the right. Both have very fine woodbank boundaries. Bixley Lane is a rutted track between Bixley Wood car park and Birds Farm though it is possible to drive vehicles down it.

Footbridge, Mill Wood Crossing a small unnamed stream that feeds the Rother.

Footbridge, Mill Wood

Crossing a small unnamed stream that feeds the Rother.

High Weald Landscape Trail, Mill Wood This section runs from Mackeral Hill Farm to Kitchenour Lane.

High Weald Landscape Trail, Mill Wood

This section runs from Mackeral Hill Farm to Kitchenour Lane.

Decoy Pond Decoypond Wood is to the right.

Decoy Pond

Decoypond Wood is to the right.

Over the Fields to Oxney The field is in the square, beyond is the Rother whilst the higher ground in the background is the Isle of Oxney.

Over the Fields to Oxney

The field is in the square, beyond is the Rother whilst the higher ground in the background is the Isle of Oxney.

Unnamed Pond , Decoypond Wood On the northern extremity of the wood. Taken from the High Weald Landscape Trail.

Unnamed Pond , Decoypond Wood

On the northern extremity of the wood. Taken from the High Weald Landscape Trail.

Unnamed Pond, Decoypond Wood From this angle looks almost heart shaped.

Unnamed Pond, Decoypond Wood

From this angle looks almost heart shaped.

The Peelers, Main Street, Beckley The name of the building suggests a possible past use as a police station. Beckley village straggles along the B2088 from the junction with the A268 at Four Oaks to the church near Clayhill.

The Peelers, Main Street, Beckley

The name of the building suggests a possible past use as a police station. Beckley village straggles along the B2088 from the junction with the A268 at Four Oaks to the church near Clayhill.

Woodland Boundary, Alder Shaw Alder shaw is to the left, Barber&#039;s Wood to the right. Taken from the High Weald Landscape Trail.

Woodland Boundary, Alder Shaw

Alder shaw is to the left, Barber's Wood to the right. Taken from the High Weald Landscape Trail.

Walking Away A sheep decides to leave the others on the hay and go elsewhere. Taken from High Weald Landscape Trail just before it reaches Hobbs Lane next to Hobb&#039;s Farm.

Walking Away

A sheep decides to leave the others on the hay and go elsewhere. Taken from High Weald Landscape Trail just before it reaches Hobbs Lane next to Hobb's Farm.

Dusk at Beckley Field of sheep between the B2088 and A268.

Dusk at Beckley

Field of sheep between the B2088 and A268.

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Dean Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ8624 (Lat: 50.992866, Lng: 0.65165171)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Rother

Police Authority: Sussex

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