Holmbush Hill

Hill, Mountain in Sussex Horsham

England

Holmbush Hill

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 Credit: Pete Chapman

Holmbush Hill is a prominent landmark located in the county of Sussex, England. It is situated near the village of Midhurst, within the South Downs National Park. Standing at an elevation of approximately 217 meters (712 feet) above sea level, Holmbush Hill is considered one of the notable hills in the region.

The hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with its lush green valleys, rolling hills, and charming villages. On a clear day, one can see as far as the English Channel in the south and the South Downs in the north.

Holmbush Hill is covered in a mixture of grassland, heathland, and woodland, providing a rich habitat for various flora and fauna. The area is home to a diverse range of plant species, including wildflowers, grasses, and some rare orchids. Wildlife such as deer, rabbits, and numerous bird species can also be found here.

The hill has a network of footpaths and trails, making it a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts. It offers a tranquil and serene setting, ideal for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Holmbush Hill holds historical significance as well. In ancient times, it was used as a defensive site due to its elevated position, and remnants of ancient earthworks can still be seen today. The hill has also been mentioned in various literary works, adding to its cultural importance.

Overall, Holmbush Hill is a picturesque and enchanting location, combining natural beauty, ecological diversity, and historical significance, making it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Sussex countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.086634/-0.26296555 or Grid Reference TQ2133. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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.
Level Crossing (Horsham-Crawley line), Wimland Road, Faygate, West Sussex An automatic (un-manned) rural level crossing on this railway line, which connects Horsham to the London Victoria terminus, via Three Bridges.
Level Crossing (Horsham-Crawley line), Wimland Road, Faygate, West Sussex
An automatic (un-manned) rural level crossing on this railway line, which connects Horsham to the London Victoria terminus, via Three Bridges.
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.
Forest Grange, in the heart of St Leonards Forest, Near Horsham, West Sussex Earlier maps (e.g. 1993) show this as the site of Forest Grange School. Later maps have dropped school from the name. It didn't looked like it was being used as a school at the time the picture was taken.
Forest Grange, in the heart of St Leonards Forest, Near Horsham, West Sussex
Earlier maps (e.g. 1993) show this as the site of Forest Grange School. Later maps have dropped school from the name. It didn't looked like it was being used as a school at the time the picture was taken.
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.
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).
Wimland Farm, Near Faygate, West Sussex A standard sized farmstead for the area, and one where farming appears to still be the main activity. Small pond behind the bushes on the left. View taken from the public road immediately to the N.
Wimland Farm, Near Faygate, West Sussex
A standard sized farmstead for the area, and one where farming appears to still be the main activity. Small pond behind the bushes on the left. View taken from the public road immediately to the N.
Phone Mast, Wimland Farm, Near Faygate, West Sussex Phone mast in amongst the farm buildings of the main farmstead.
Phone Mast, Wimland Farm, Near Faygate, West Sussex
Phone mast in amongst the farm buildings of the main farmstead.
Road Junction, Near Carylls Lea, Faygate, West Sussex The metalled bridleway (see square TQ2235) comes out at this junction. Directions go to Faygate, Wimland, and Rusper.
Road Junction, Near Carylls Lea, Faygate, West Sussex
The metalled bridleway (see square TQ2235) comes out at this junction. Directions go to Faygate, Wimland, and Rusper.
Field adjacent to bridleway near Carylls Lea junction, Faygate, West Sussex This corner of the field is in the SW corner of the grid square, but there were several similar open fields on either side of the public right of way (which runs along a metalled farm track at this point). The view looks down across the wide shallow valley that the A264 Crawley-Horsham road runs through. In the distance, the large house of the Holmwood estate can just be made out on the far hillside. To the Left (E) of the field is a small wood. View taken looking SSE from the bridleway.
Field adjacent to bridleway near Carylls Lea junction, Faygate, West Sussex
This corner of the field is in the SW corner of the grid square, but there were several similar open fields on either side of the public right of way (which runs along a metalled farm track at this point). The view looks down across the wide shallow valley that the A264 Crawley-Horsham road runs through. In the distance, the large house of the Holmwood estate can just be made out on the far hillside. To the Left (E) of the field is a small wood. View taken looking SSE from the bridleway.
Woodsman's Hut, St Leonard's Forest. Forestry Commission Workshop.
Woodsman's Hut, St Leonard's Forest.
Forestry Commission Workshop.
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Holmbush Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ2133 (Lat: 51.086634, Lng: -0.26296555)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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