Rockfield Plantation

Wood, Forest in Sussex Rother

England

Rockfield Plantation

Flackley Ash Hotel Near Peasmarsh — Flackley Ash Hotel Credit: Chris Shaw

Rockfield Plantation is a historic site located in Sussex County, Delaware. Situated in the midst of a dense woodland, this plantation holds great significance as one of the oldest surviving structures in the region, dating back to the early 18th century. The plantation encompasses a vast area of land, providing a glimpse into the agricultural practices of the past.

The main house at Rockfield Plantation is a classic example of Georgian architecture, showcasing a symmetrical facade and a prominent central entrance. Constructed with locally sourced wood, the house features spacious rooms, high ceilings, and large windows that allow ample natural light to flood the interior. The property also includes several outbuildings, such as a smokehouse and a dairy, which served essential functions in the day-to-day operations of the plantation.

Today, Rockfield Plantation serves as a museum, offering visitors a chance to explore the rich history of the region. The museum exhibits a wide range of artifacts and displays that highlight the plantation's role in the economic and social development of Sussex County. Visitors can learn about the lives of the enslaved people who worked on the plantation, as well as the daily activities and challenges faced by the plantation owners.

Surrounded by a picturesque forest, Rockfield Plantation provides a serene and peaceful ambiance for visitors. The well-maintained grounds offer walking trails and picnic areas, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts. With its historical significance and natural beauty, Rockfield Plantation continues to be a cherished landmark in Sussex County, attracting visitors from near and far.

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Flackley Ash Hotel Near Peasmarsh

Flackley Ash Hotel

Near Peasmarsh

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.

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Orchard, Stream Farm Taken from the A268 Rye Road near Peasmarsh.

Orchard, Stream Farm

Taken from the A268 Rye Road near Peasmarsh.

Morley Wood On the southern side of Rye Road.

Morley Wood

On the southern side of Rye Road.

Horse and Cart Inn, School Lane, Peasmarsh Situated at the eastern end of the village.

Horse and Cart Inn, School Lane, Peasmarsh

Situated at the eastern end of the village.

Main Street, Peasmarsh This is the main A268 from Rye. The village itself is some distance from its church which suggests that the population may have moved to another site during the Black Death. The most famous current resident is Paul McCartney who has a country estate to the south of the village. Past famous residents include the Liddell family whose daughter Alice was subject to a couple of books by Lewis Carroll. The big building to the right is Griffin Hall, a church.

Main Street, Peasmarsh

This is the main A268 from Rye. The village itself is some distance from its church which suggests that the population may have moved to another site during the Black Death. The most famous current resident is Paul McCartney who has a country estate to the south of the village. Past famous residents include the Liddell family whose daughter Alice was subject to a couple of books by Lewis Carroll. The big building to the right is Griffin Hall, a church.

Peasmarsh C of E Primary School Based in School Lane just off the main road.

Peasmarsh C of E Primary School

Based in School Lane just off the main road.

Cock Wood, Peasmarsh South of the village on the footpath that links School Lane with Tanhouse Lane. There are two Cock Woods in the vicinity the other is to the north of the village.

Cock Wood, Peasmarsh

South of the village on the footpath that links School Lane with Tanhouse Lane. There are two Cock Woods in the vicinity the other is to the north of the village.

Oasthouses, Tanhouse Lane, Peasmarsh The old tanhouse is the white building hidden behind the hedges.

Oasthouses, Tanhouse Lane, Peasmarsh

The old tanhouse is the white building hidden behind the hedges.

The Cock Inn, Main Street, Peasmarsh One of two inns in the village. This one is on the western side.

The Cock Inn, Main Street, Peasmarsh

One of two inns in the village. This one is on the western side.

Jempson's Superstore, Peasmarsh Independent supermarket which began life in the village as a small bakery in 1935. Today they have a few branches in Rye and Battle and have recently converted their old store into a modern supermarket whilst retaining some of the services of an old general stores.

Jempson's Superstore, Peasmarsh

Independent supermarket which began life in the village as a small bakery in 1935. Today they have a few branches in Rye and Battle and have recently converted their old store into a modern supermarket whilst retaining some of the services of an old general stores.

Malthouse Wood Following the footpath from Peasmarsh to Old House Farm.

Malthouse Wood

Following the footpath from Peasmarsh to Old House Farm.

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.

Electricity Pylons, Flatroper's Wood. The gap created between the trees has allowed the ferns to colonise.

Electricity Pylons, Flatroper's Wood.

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

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

Flatroper's Wood

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

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.

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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Rockfield Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TQ8722 (Lat: 50.96888, Lng: 0.67287663)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Rother

Police Authority: Sussex

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