Waterfall Wood

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England

Waterfall 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

Waterfall Wood, located in the county of Sussex, England, is a picturesque forest known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a variety of recreational activities.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of towering trees, primarily consisting of oak, beech, and silver birch. These trees provide ample shade and create a cool and refreshing environment, especially during the hot summer months. The forest floor is carpeted with a lush carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, adding to the wood's enchanting appeal.

One of the main attractions of Waterfall Wood is the charming stream that winds its way through the forest. This stream is home to a series of small cascades and waterfalls, giving the wood its name. The soothing sound of running water creates a calming ambiance, making it a popular spot for visitors seeking relaxation.

Waterfall Wood offers several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their own pace. These trails offer opportunities to spot wildlife, including deer, foxes, and various bird species. Additionally, the wood is home to a diverse range of plant life, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and botany enthusiasts.

Overall, Waterfall Wood in Sussex is a serene and idyllic destination, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a picnic by the stream, or simply taking in the beauty of the forest, this wood provides a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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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

Road Beckley Woods East Sussex

Narrow country road from Beckley Woods to Peasmarsh.

Janet Richardson

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.

Janet Richardson

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.

Simon Carey

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.

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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.

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Electricity Pylons, Flatroper's Wood.

The gap created between the trees has allowed the ferns to colonise.

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Flatroper's Wood

Oak and birch in the southern part of the wood. Taken from the footpath that links Bixley Lane with Woodlands Farm.

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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.

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Unnamed Stream, Ten Acre Wood

At the point where Bixley Lane turns sharply west this stream runs underneath it. The sediment being carried by the stream is already building up here. The stream is a feeder for Eggshole Brook which itself feeds the River Brede.

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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.

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Track, Beckley Woods

Not a dry place to step anywhere on this section of the track. Prior to Macadmising roads Wealden tracks pretty much resembled what is on view here which gave it a poor reputation amongst travellers who would do anything to avoid going through the region.

Simon Carey