Hamshire Hill

Hill, Mountain in Sussex Horsham

England

Hamshire Hill

House on Staplefield Road This is called &quot;Brook Cottage&quot;, according to the large scale map. — House on Staplefield Road Credit: Ian Cunliffe

Hamshire Hill, located in Sussex, is a prominent geographical feature that stands tall and proud in the county. This hill, often referred to as Hamshire Mountain due to its considerable height, is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and tourists alike.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 800 meters above sea level, Hamshire Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its distinctive peak is adorned with lush green vegetation, creating a picturesque landscape that is a treat for the eyes. The hill is particularly famous for its well-maintained hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore its rugged terrain and experience the beauty of nature up close.

The flora and fauna on Hamshire Hill are incredibly diverse. Different types of trees, including oak, beech, and pine, can be found scattered across its slopes. The hill is also home to various species of wildlife, such as deer, foxes, and rabbits. Birdwatchers flock to this area to catch a glimpse of the numerous avian species that inhabit the hill, including buzzards and kestrels.

Apart from its natural beauty, Hamshire Hill holds historic significance as well. The remains of an ancient hillfort, dating back to the Iron Age, can be found on its summit. This archaeological site provides valuable insights into the region's past, attracting history buffs and archaeology enthusiasts.

Overall, Hamshire Hill in Sussex is a captivating destination that offers a blend of stunning natural landscapes, abundant wildlife, and a rich historical heritage. It is a must-visit location for those seeking both adventure and tranquility in the heart of the English countryside.

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Hamshire Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.038999/-0.22470815 or Grid Reference TQ2428. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

House on Staplefield Road

This is called "Brook Cottage", according to the large scale map.

Ian Cunliffe

Equipment at the water treatment plant

This is a small site - I couldn't see much else apart from the two green tanks. It smells a bit too, but luckily it's quite a way from any houses

Ian Cunliffe

Slaugham Mill Pond

The largest of three ponds along one of the small streams at the head of the River Ouse.

Des Blenkinsopp

Slaugham Manor

Slaugham Manor has had an eventful life. Completed in 1901 as a wealthy family home, it subsequently became a hotel and country club before changing again into a police training centre. It is now apartments. History on Link

Strangely, the 200 metres or so of road past the manor is signed as no public right of way. As the public path walk around is quite lengthy I doubt many people worry about that. But if anybody does care, this is a zoom and crop image taken from the public footpath at the end of the private bit.

Des Blenkinsopp

Bridges over Staplefield Road

Two separate bridges, one for each carriageway, take the A23 over Staplefield Road.

Des Blenkinsopp

Remains of a Slip Road

A look at the map shows there was once access on and off the A23 from Stapleford Road. This looks to have been stopped some time ago.

Des Blenkinsopp

Field next to Hammerhill Wood

Not named as Lower Beeding parish was only formed in 1838 and thus was not surveyed for tithes. The mist is actually smoke from a nearby bonfire.

Simon Carey

Hammerpond Road

A minor road linking Alford Crossways to the eastern edge of Horsham passing three former hammer ponds.

Simon Carey

Jacksons Farmhouse, Hammerpond Road

Dating from the 19th century.

Simon Carey

Furnace Pond Cottage, Staplefield Road, Slaugham Common

A conglomeration of buildings from different eras. The earliest parts dates from the 16th century and was built for an iron worker from nearby Slaugham Furnace. This section is on the right. It was extended in the late 18th century to become a pair of cottages with that part now in the middle. The house became one again in the 1930s when another extension was added on the eastern side.

Simon Carey

The Lag

The name of the field according to Slaugham's 1842 tithe map that is now woodland. It is bounded to the east by Slaugham Lane and to the north and west by Scotland Gill, a tributary of the River Ouse.

Simon Carey

Pond Bay, Slaugham Furnace

A view of the southern side of the dam which now carries Hampshire Hill, see TQ2428 : Hampshire Hill, past the pond, see TQ2428 : Furnace Pond. The furnace was known to be in operation between 1574-1601 and was sited at the point Scotland Gill turns south, see TQ2428 : Site of Slaugham Furnace

Simon Carey

Site of Slaugham Furnace

Known to be in operation between 1574 and 1601. The pond bay still survives, see TQ2428 : Pond Bay, Slaugham Furnace and TQ2428 : Hampshire Hill, as well as the pond, see TQ2428 : Furnace Pond.

Simon Carey

Front Meadow

The name of the field according to Slaugham's 1842 tithe map located to the south of the pond bay carrying Hampshire Hill and west of Scotland Gill, a tributary of the River Ouse.

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Hampshire Hill

The lane links Ashfold Crossways to Slaugham Common and here traverses across the former pond bay of Slaugham Furnace, see also TQ2428 : Pond Bay, Slaugham Furnace. The site of the furnace was on the southern side, see TQ2428 : Site of Slaugham Furnace, whilst the pond still survives and is to the north, see TQ2428 : Furnace Pond. There are 56 former anti-tank buoys lining the pond side of the road.

Simon Carey

Furnace Pond

Created to power Slaugham Furnace which was in operation between 1574 and 1601. The pond bay still survives, see TQ2428 : Pond Bay, Slaugham Furnace and TQ2428 : Hampshire Hill, with the former site to the south, see TQ2428 : Site of Slaugham Furnace.

Simon Carey

Barn Meadow

The name of the field according to Slaugham's 1842 tithe map located to the south of Hampshire hill and west of Scotland Farm, whose barn can be seen.

Simon Carey

Three Cornered Field/Three Acres/Little Field

The name of the fields according to Slaugham's 1842 tithe map that have been merged along with TQ2428 : Barn Meadow to the east. Little Field is adjacent to Barn Meadow, whilst Three Acres and Three Cornered Field are sandwiched between Hampshire Hill to the north and Hamshire Wood to the south. Three Cornered Field abuts the parish boundary with Lower Beeding whose unnamed field lies in the foreground next to the bridleway heading south to the B2115.

Simon Carey

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Hamshire Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ2428 (Lat: 51.038999, Lng: -0.22470815)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex