Roosthole Hill

Hill, Mountain in Sussex Horsham

England

Roosthole Hill

Inholms Gill A tributary of the River Arun that rises in St Leonard's Forest.
Inholms Gill Credit: Simon Carey

Roosthole Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Sussex, England. It is situated in the South Downs National Park, near the village of South Harting. Rising to a height of around 201 meters (659 feet), it is considered one of the notable landmarks in the area.

The hill is primarily composed of chalk, which is a characteristic feature of the South Downs region. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills, verdant meadows, and picturesque villages. On clear days, it is possible to catch glimpses of the English Channel in the distance.

Roosthole Hill is home to diverse wildlife, with several species of birds, butterflies, and wildflowers inhabiting the area. It provides an ideal habitat for various butterfly species due to the abundance of nectar-rich plants that grow on the hillside.

The hill has archaeological significance as well, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Neolithic period. Archaeologists have discovered flint tools and pottery fragments, indicating that the hill was once inhabited by early settlers.

Roosthole Hill attracts both locals and tourists alike, who visit to enjoy the stunning natural beauty and engage in outdoor activities such as hiking and nature walks. Several trails have been established on the hill, allowing visitors to explore its scenic surroundings and appreciate the serene ambiance.

Overall, Roosthole Hill holds a special place in the hearts of Sussex residents and visitors, offering a tranquil escape and a chance to immerse oneself in the captivating beauty of the South Downs landscape.

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Roosthole Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.054556/-0.27511031 or Grid Reference TQ2029. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inholms Gill A tributary of the River Arun that rises in St Leonard's Forest.
Inholms Gill
A tributary of the River Arun that rises in St Leonard's Forest.
Track, St Leonard's Forest The surfaced track heads north from the car park on Hammerpond Road to Mick's Cross.
Track, St Leonard's Forest
The surfaced track heads north from the car park on Hammerpond Road to Mick's Cross.
Grouse Road A minor road that links Hammerpond Road at Bucks Head to Pease Pottage, the latter an old entrance to St Leonard's Forest. Old Copse is on the right.
Grouse Road
A minor road that links Hammerpond Road at Bucks Head to Pease Pottage, the latter an old entrance to St Leonard's Forest. Old Copse is on the right.
St Leonard's Forest An open area of the forest located on the western side of Newstead Gill.
St Leonard's Forest
An open area of the forest located on the western side of Newstead Gill.
Newstead Gill A part of the River Arun catchment area that rises to the south of Pease Pottage and feeds Hammer Pond before joining Goldings Stream.
Newstead Gill
A part of the River Arun catchment area that rises to the south of Pease Pottage and feeds Hammer Pond before joining Goldings Stream.
Public Footpath 1702 Linking the High Weald Landscape Trail to the east of Grouse Road with Hammerpond Road, crossing Newstead Gill and Carterslodge Gill in the process. Plenty of fungi on the ground.
Public Footpath 1702
Linking the High Weald Landscape Trail to the east of Grouse Road with Hammerpond Road, crossing Newstead Gill and Carterslodge Gill in the process. Plenty of fungi on the ground.
St Leonard's Forest An area of the forest located to the north of Carterslodge Gill and east of Newstead Gill.
St Leonard's Forest
An area of the forest located to the north of Carterslodge Gill and east of Newstead Gill.
Carterslodge Gill Part of the River Arun catchment area that rises near Handcross and feeds Hammer Pond.
Carterslodge Gill
Part of the River Arun catchment area that rises near Handcross and feeds Hammer Pond.
Boggy Area, Hammerhill Wood Located to the immediate south of Carterslodge Gill.
Boggy Area, Hammerhill Wood
Located to the immediate south of Carterslodge Gill.
Hammerhill Wood Located on the southern side of Carterslodge Gill.
Hammerhill Wood
Located on the southern side of Carterslodge Gill.
Jacksons Farmhouse, Hammerpond Road Dating from the 19th century.
Jacksons Farmhouse, Hammerpond Road
Dating from the 19th century.
Solar Panels, Woodbank, Hammerpond Road An old tennis court now used for generating electricity.
Solar Panels, Woodbank, Hammerpond Road
An old tennis court now used for generating electricity.
Hammerpond Road Viewed from the junction with Church Lane as it descends into a small valley containing Hammer Pond. This section is marked as Hammer Hill on older OS maps.
Hammerpond Road
Viewed from the junction with Church Lane as it descends into a small valley containing Hammer Pond. This section is marked as Hammer Hill on older OS maps.
Church Lane Heading south from Hammerpond Road to Lower Beeding.
Church Lane
Heading south from Hammerpond Road to Lower Beeding.
Hammer Pond The surviving hammer pond that once powered St Leonards Upper Forge which operated between 1554 and 1655. The pond bay still survives at the southern end, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654201">TQ2128 : Pond Bay, St Leonards Upper Forge</a>, though the former site, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654197">TQ2128 : Site of St Leonards Upper Forge</a>, has been landscaped by Mannings Heath Golf Club. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654199">TQ2128 : Hammer Pond Cottage, Hammerpond Road</a> at the western end is linked too.
Hammer Pond
The surviving hammer pond that once powered St Leonards Upper Forge which operated between 1554 and 1655. The pond bay still survives at the southern end, see TQ2128 : Pond Bay, St Leonards Upper Forge, though the former site, see TQ2128 : Site of St Leonards Upper Forge, has been landscaped by Mannings Heath Golf Club. TQ2128 : Hammer Pond Cottage, Hammerpond Road at the western end is linked too.
Mannings Heath Golf Club This section adjacent to Goldings Stream, viewed from Hammerpond Road, is believed to be the site of the former hammer pond for St Leonards Lower Forge. The works operated from 1554 to 1655, often in conjunction with a furnbace built on the site as well as the Upper Forge. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654210">TQ2129 : Hawkins Pond</a> was a pen pond for the Lower Forge.
Mannings Heath Golf Club
This section adjacent to Goldings Stream, viewed from Hammerpond Road, is believed to be the site of the former hammer pond for St Leonards Lower Forge. The works operated from 1554 to 1655, often in conjunction with a furnbace built on the site as well as the Upper Forge. TQ2129 : Hawkins Pond was a pen pond for the Lower Forge.
Site of St Leonards Upper Forge The forge operated from 1554 to 1655 in conjunction with the Lower Forge and Furnace downstream. Viewed from Hammerpond Road which contains the surviving pond bay, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654201">TQ2128 : Pond Bay, St Leonards Upper Forge</a>, that separated the site from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654184">TQ2128 : Hammer Pond</a>. Now part of Mannigs Heath Golf Club whose landscaping has disturbed the site which also contains a World War Two pillbox.
Site of St Leonards Upper Forge
The forge operated from 1554 to 1655 in conjunction with the Lower Forge and Furnace downstream. Viewed from Hammerpond Road which contains the surviving pond bay, see TQ2128 : Pond Bay, St Leonards Upper Forge, that separated the site from TQ2128 : Hammer Pond. Now part of Mannigs Heath Golf Club whose landscaping has disturbed the site which also contains a World War Two pillbox.
Hammer Pond Cottage, Hammerpond Road The building dates from the 17th century and is contemporary with the adjacent <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7654197">TQ2128 : Site of St Leonards Upper Forge</a>. For a while it was a pair of cottages prior to becoming a single dwelling.
Hammer Pond Cottage, Hammerpond Road
The building dates from the 17th century and is contemporary with the adjacent TQ2128 : Site of St Leonards Upper Forge. For a while it was a pair of cottages prior to becoming a single dwelling.
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Roosthole Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ2029 (Lat: 51.054556, Lng: -0.27511031)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Located within 500m of 51.054556,-0.27511031
Recycling
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Mill Farm
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Power: pole
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