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Ash Belt

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Ash Belt

Church of St Peter and St Paul, Peasmarsh
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Peasmarsh Credit: Rog Frost

Ash Belt is a picturesque woodland area located in Sussex, England. Covering a vast expanse, it is renowned for its dense and thriving forest, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The belt is predominantly composed of ash trees, hence its name, which contribute to the area's unique and diverse ecosystem.

The woodland is characterized by its lush greenery and peaceful atmosphere, providing a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, further enhancing the natural beauty of the area. The Ash Belt is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and an abundance of bird species, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife photographers.

The woodland boasts a network of well-maintained trails and footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting scenery at their own pace. These trails lead to hidden gems such as secluded ponds and streams, providing opportunities for peaceful picnics or a refreshing dip during warmer months.

Moreover, the Ash Belt is not only a place of natural beauty, but it also holds historical significance. Ruins of ancient settlements and remnants of the Sussex iron industry can be found within its boundaries, offering a glimpse into the region's past.

Overall, Ash Belt in Sussex is a captivating woodland that offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical charm. It is an idyllic destination for those seeking solace in nature or wishing to immerse themselves in the rich history of the area.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.952389/0.67110417 or Grid Reference TQ8720. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Church of St Peter and St Paul, Peasmarsh
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Peasmarsh
Road Beckley Woods East Sussex Narrow country road from Beckley Woods to Peasmarsh.
Road Beckley Woods East Sussex
Narrow country road from Beckley Woods to Peasmarsh.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Unnamed Stream, Gate Shaw In the eastern extremity of Beckley Woods. The stream is a feeder for Eggshole Brook.
Unnamed Stream, Gate Shaw
In the eastern extremity of Beckley Woods. The stream is a feeder for Eggshole Brook.
Dinglesden Wood Part of the Beckley Woods woodland.
Dinglesden Wood
Part of the Beckley Woods woodland.
Eggshole Brook Valley Following the valley formed by the brook as it heads its way towards the River Brede. The Brede valley is marked by the high ground on the horizon.
Eggshole Brook Valley
Following the valley formed by the brook as it heads its way towards the River Brede. The Brede valley is marked by the high ground on the horizon.
Valleyside, Eggshole Brook The trees and bushes in the foreground mark out the course of the brook. In ancient times the valley would have been filled by the tidal flows of the Brede.
Valleyside, Eggshole Brook
The trees and bushes in the foreground mark out the course of the brook. In ancient times the valley would have been filled by the tidal flows of the Brede.
Anyone Seen the Hounds? Pelsham Wood A hunt skirts the western borders of Pelsham Wood looking for their dogs. After much blowing of horns they thundered southwards down the valley whilst the distinct yelping of hounds could be heard around Poplar Wood to the north. Unfortunately, the latter meant changing my route.
Anyone Seen the Hounds? Pelsham Wood
A hunt skirts the western borders of Pelsham Wood looking for their dogs. After much blowing of horns they thundered southwards down the valley whilst the distinct yelping of hounds could be heard around Poplar Wood to the north. Unfortunately, the latter meant changing my route.
Morebread Wood Boggy ground and pasture opposite Button's Farmhouse.
Morebread Wood
Boggy ground and pasture opposite Button's Farmhouse.
Starvecrow Lane The white fence marks the spot where the lane crosses Eggshole Brook. The building on the left partially obscured by the trees is Eggshole Cottages.
Starvecrow Lane
The white fence marks the spot where the lane crosses Eggshole Brook. The building on the left partially obscured by the trees is Eggshole Cottages.
Water Tower, Peasmarsh Place In the grounds of Peasmarsh Place otherwise I'd have investigated closer. There is a tower marked on the map so I'm assuming this is it.
Water Tower, Peasmarsh Place
In the grounds of Peasmarsh Place otherwise I'd have investigated closer. There is a tower marked on the map so I'm assuming this is it.
Rockfield Plantation Little Shelley Wood is to the right whilst Beckley Woods are on the horizon.
Rockfield Plantation
Little Shelley Wood is to the right whilst Beckley Woods are on the horizon.
Tillingham River Valley Looking across the river valley from Calves Field Wood. The wood on the far hill is Cockney Hill Wood.
Tillingham River Valley
Looking across the river valley from Calves Field Wood. The wood on the far hill is Cockney Hill Wood.
Dragon's Teeth, Dew Lane Next to Morebread Farm and now behind a hedge at the bottom of a bank.
Dragon's Teeth, Dew Lane
Next to Morebread Farm and now behind a hedge at the bottom of a bank.
Cricket Ground, Pelsham Pelsham is a small settlement based around a country house with a few farms and other houses grouped together. It also has a cricket ground this view taken next to the Pavilion. The house on the far side is Marlpit Cottage which is in front of Marlpit Shaw both of which are in the next square.
Cricket Ground, Pelsham
Pelsham is a small settlement based around a country house with a few farms and other houses grouped together. It also has a cricket ground this view taken next to the Pavilion. The house on the far side is Marlpit Cottage which is in front of Marlpit Shaw both of which are in the next square.
Sluts Wood The footpath from Pelsham to Eggshole Brook runs next to the wood. The valley of the brook is in the background to the left.
Sluts Wood
The footpath from Pelsham to Eggshole Brook runs next to the wood. The valley of the brook is in the background to the left.
Bridleway to Pelsham Taken from Ash Belt and looking back to the small settlement of Pelsham, Pelsham Farm is under the boughs of the tree whilst The Bungalow is to the left.
Bridleway to Pelsham
Taken from Ash Belt and looking back to the small settlement of Pelsham, Pelsham Farm is under the boughs of the tree whilst The Bungalow is to the left.
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Ash Belt is located at Grid Ref: TQ8720 (Lat: 50.952389, Lng: 0.67110417)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Rother

Police Authority: Sussex

What 3 Words

///silly.pirate.homeward. Near Rye, East Sussex

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