Foxhole Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Sussex Horsham

England

Foxhole Pond

Bewbush Barn Church An old barn conversion. The barn predates the surrounding housing by several decade. Money was raised by the local church community over several years with the church opening in the late 1990s, and making one of the more interesting parish churches around — Bewbush Barn Church Credit: Michael of Crawley

Foxhole Pond is a freshwater body located in Sussex, England. It is often referred to as a pond due to its smaller size, although it bears resemblance to a small lake or pool. The pond covers an area of approximately 2 acres and is nestled within a picturesque natural setting.

Surrounded by lush greenery and woodland, Foxhole Pond offers a tranquil and serene environment for visitors. Its crystal-clear water reflects the surrounding landscape, creating a stunning visual spectacle. The pond is known for its calm and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The pond is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The freshwater marshes surrounding Foxhole Pond are teeming with life, providing a habitat for various species of plants and animals. The pond attracts a variety of bird species, including mallards, swans, and herons, making it a haven for birdwatchers.

The pond is easily accessible, with a well-maintained footpath leading to its shores. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks, picnics, or simply sit and admire the natural beauty of the surroundings. Fishing is also permitted in Foxhole Pond, attracting anglers seeking a quiet spot to cast their lines.

Overall, Foxhole Pond is a hidden gem in Sussex, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting for nature lovers. With its diverse wildlife, scenic beauty, and tranquility, it is a perfect destination for those seeking a close connection with nature.

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Bewbush Barn Church An old barn conversion. The barn predates the surrounding housing by several decade. Money was raised by the local church community over several years with the church opening in the late 1990s, and making one of the more interesting parish churches around

Bewbush Barn Church

An old barn conversion. The barn predates the surrounding housing by several decade. Money was raised by the local church community over several years with the church opening in the late 1990s, and making one of the more interesting parish churches around

Michael of Crawley

Bewbush Leisure Centre Crawley&#039;s second leisure Centre, opened in 1984, demolished in 2009.

Bewbush Leisure Centre

Crawley's second leisure Centre, opened in 1984, demolished in 2009.

Michael of Crawley

Bewbush Playing Fields Cricket Pavilion on the playing fields on the former plot of Gasson Wood.

Bewbush Playing Fields

Cricket Pavilion on the playing fields on the former plot of Gasson Wood.

Michael of Crawley

The Dragon Public House, Colgate, West Sussex At one of the main crossroads of this small village. The pub is named after the dragon which was said to live in the nearby St. Leonards Forest.

The Dragon Public House, Colgate, West Sussex

At one of the main crossroads of this small village. The pub is named after the dragon which was said to live in the nearby St. Leonards Forest.

The Cherry Tree Public House, Near Faygate, West Sussex. A wayside inn on the N side of the A264 dual carriageway

The Cherry Tree Public House, Near Faygate, West Sussex.

A wayside inn on the N side of the A264 dual carriageway

Faygate Station, Faygate, West Sussex Not pretty, but functional. The small village of Faygate is surprisingly industrial (easy access to the railway and main A264 road probably the reason) for its location and the station fits in with the theme. On the Line between Horsham and Crawley (London Victoria - Littlehampton/Bognor Regis)

Faygate Station, Faygate, West Sussex

Not pretty, but functional. The small village of Faygate is surprisingly industrial (easy access to the railway and main A264 road probably the reason) for its location and the station fits in with the theme. On the Line between Horsham and Crawley (London Victoria - Littlehampton/Bognor Regis)

Water Tower, Beacon Hill, Colgate, West Sussex This concrete water tower is built near to the highest point on Beacon Hill (146m above sea level). Colgate is situated on top of a long ridge of wealdland that stretches E-W between Pease Pottage and the outskirts of Horsham. Water pressure in the area would be quite low without the use of a water tower.

Water Tower, Beacon Hill, Colgate, West Sussex

This concrete water tower is built near to the highest point on Beacon Hill (146m above sea level). Colgate is situated on top of a long ridge of wealdland that stretches E-W between Pease Pottage and the outskirts of Horsham. Water pressure in the area would be quite low without the use of a water tower.

Gate house to the Holmbush estate, off A264, between Crawley and Horsham The gatehouse to the original main drive up to the house on the Holmwood estate.

Gate house to the Holmbush estate, off A264, between Crawley and Horsham

The gatehouse to the original main drive up to the house on the Holmwood estate.

Holmbush Potteries Industrial Estate, Crawley. Conveniently situated off the main A264 road between Crawley and Horsham. Features a large builders merchants premises and several smaller trading and industrial units.

Holmbush Potteries Industrial Estate, Crawley.

Conveniently situated off the main A264 road between Crawley and Horsham. Features a large builders merchants premises and several smaller trading and industrial units.

Arable Fields between Pease Pottage and Colgate, West Sussex A typical corn field to the south of the minor road between Pease Pottage and Colgate. Viewed looking SE.

Arable Fields between Pease Pottage and Colgate, West Sussex

A typical corn field to the south of the minor road between Pease Pottage and Colgate. Viewed looking SE.

Bridle Road To Bucks Head Through St Leonards Forest, West Sussex The start of the main route through the forest from near The Dragon pub. This is a public bridleway.

Bridle Road To Bucks Head Through St Leonards Forest, West Sussex

The start of the main route through the forest from near The Dragon pub. This is a public bridleway.

Ancient Boundary? Earthwall Adjacent to Bridleway Between Beacon Hill and the St Leonards Forest Bridleway Earthwalls are often found in forested areas an can signify the presence of a very old boundary line. They often feature distinctive trees (e.g. pollards, or yews). Here we see an earthwall in a beech wood. The public right of way (bridleway) runs close to and parallel to the earthwall for some way.

Ancient Boundary? Earthwall Adjacent to Bridleway Between Beacon Hill and the St Leonards Forest Bridleway

Earthwalls are often found in forested areas an can signify the presence of a very old boundary line. They often feature distinctive trees (e.g. pollards, or yews). Here we see an earthwall in a beech wood. The public right of way (bridleway) runs close to and parallel to the earthwall for some way.

Colgate Village Hall, Colgate, West Sussex This village hall is the centre for a lot of village life and is appropriately in the centre of the village! This particular hall building replaced one that was bombed during the second world war.

Colgate Village Hall, Colgate, West Sussex

This village hall is the centre for a lot of village life and is appropriately in the centre of the village! This particular hall building replaced one that was bombed during the second world war.

St Saviours Church, Colgate, West Sussex Centrally located in the village: almost opposite one of the two main road junctions; and near to the village hall. Brick built with a slate roof.

St Saviours Church, Colgate, West Sussex

Centrally located in the village: almost opposite one of the two main road junctions; and near to the village hall. Brick built with a slate roof.

Bridleway through Holmbush Forest, near Colgate, West Sussex This bridleway runs through Holmbush forest from Colgate to the main road between Crawley and Horsham (A264).

Bridleway through Holmbush Forest, near Colgate, West Sussex

This bridleway runs through Holmbush forest from Colgate to the main road between Crawley and Horsham (A264).

Golf Course at Cottesmore Golf and Country Club This golf course spreads over much of this grid square and into TQ2533. This view is from a public footpath, looking east. The large radar scanner of the Pease Pottage Radar station can be seen above the trees in the distance.

Golf Course at Cottesmore Golf and Country Club

This golf course spreads over much of this grid square and into TQ2533. This view is from a public footpath, looking east. The large radar scanner of the Pease Pottage Radar station can be seen above the trees in the distance.

Cottesmore School, Buchan Hill, near Pease Pottage, West Sussex A full boarding co-educational prep school (the only one in the UK - according to their website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cottesmoreschool.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cottesmoreschool.com">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> ). A couple of sand traps of the Cottesmore Country Club golf course can also be seen.

Cottesmore School, Buchan Hill, near Pease Pottage, West Sussex

A full boarding co-educational prep school (the only one in the UK - according to their website Link

). A couple of sand traps of the Cottesmore Country Club golf course can also be seen.

Bridleway through Cottesmore Country Club and School. The sign indicates a bend in the route of the bridleway that cuts through the country club and school grounds between Pease Pottage and the Broadfield neighbourhood of Crawley. At this point the public right of way is following the drive to the school. Behind the sign can be seen the flag of one of the golf greens.

Bridleway through Cottesmore Country Club and School.

The sign indicates a bend in the route of the bridleway that cuts through the country club and school grounds between Pease Pottage and the Broadfield neighbourhood of Crawley. At this point the public right of way is following the drive to the school. Behind the sign can be seen the flag of one of the golf greens.

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Foxhole Pond is located at Grid Ref: TQ2333 (Lat: 51.089071, Lng: -0.24365405)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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