Balcombe Hill

Hill, Mountain in Sussex Mid Sussex

England

Balcombe Hill

Exploring eastwards along the Bashire (42) Road and path junction in Back Lane: the path to the left takes you to Worth Abbey; the drive to the right leads to Paddockhurst
Exploring eastwards along the Bashire (42) Credit: Basher Eyre

Balcombe Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in Sussex, England. It is classified as a hill rather than a mountain, as its elevation does not meet the criteria for the latter designation. The hill is positioned within the wider South Downs National Park, which is renowned for its scenic landscapes and rich biodiversity.

With an elevation of approximately 137 meters (449 feet), Balcombe Hill offers captivating panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is characterized by its gently rolling terrain, covered in lush greenery and dotted with vibrant wildflowers during the spring and summer months. The area is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers, who can enjoy the numerous walking trails that crisscross the hill.

Balcombe Hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various species of plants and animals thriving in its natural habitat. Visitors may encounter wildlife such as rabbits, foxes, and a variety of bird species as they explore the hill's gentle slopes.

The hill is conveniently located near the village of Balcombe, which offers amenities such as cafes, pubs, and accommodations for those wishing to stay in the area. Additionally, Balcombe Hill's proximity to other attractions within the South Downs National Park, including ancient woodlands and historical sites, make it an ideal destination for both locals and tourists seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the English countryside.

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Balcombe Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.080948/-0.11144126 or Grid Reference TQ3232. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Exploring eastwards along the Bashire (42) Road and path junction in Back Lane: the path to the left takes you to Worth Abbey; the drive to the right leads to Paddockhurst
Exploring eastwards along the Bashire (42)
Road and path junction in Back Lane: the path to the left takes you to Worth Abbey; the drive to the right leads to Paddockhurst
Exploring eastwards along the Bashire (41) Looking north-northeast along the B2110
Exploring eastwards along the Bashire (41)
Looking north-northeast along the B2110
Playing fields at Worth School Taken from a layby on the B2110
Playing fields at Worth School
Taken from a layby on the B2110
Exploring eastwards along the Bashire (40) Looking along the B2110 from Worth Forest Glamping
Exploring eastwards along the Bashire (40)
Looking along the B2110 from Worth Forest Glamping
Wakehurst Place Kew’s ‘country garden’, with plants from across the world.
The 200 hectares (500 acres) at Wakehurst Place include walled gardens, water gardens, a wetland conservation area, woodland, lakes and ponds. Four National Collections plus rare and exotic plants from the Himalayas and the southern hemisphere, and the Millennium Seed Bank, are among the highlights.
Wakehurst Place
Kew’s ‘country garden’, with plants from across the world. The 200 hectares (500 acres) at Wakehurst Place include walled gardens, water gardens, a wetland conservation area, woodland, lakes and ponds. Four National Collections plus rare and exotic plants from the Himalayas and the southern hemisphere, and the Millennium Seed Bank, are among the highlights.
Worth Abbey Church The Abbey Church of Our Lady Help of Christians
Worth Abbey Church
The Abbey Church of Our Lady Help of Christians
Wakehurst in the Autumn Wakehurst is the country home for the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. It is a major visitor attraction in the south of England thanks to it also being included within the National Trust membership.
Wakehurst in the Autumn
Wakehurst is the country home for the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. It is a major visitor attraction in the south of England thanks to it also being included within the National Trust membership.
Cowdray Arms This popular pub serves food and is close to the extensive Worth Forest
Cowdray Arms
This popular pub serves food and is close to the extensive Worth Forest
View to the East from Paddockhurst Lane This view is from the public footpath that runs from Balcombe to West Hoathly past Wakehurst.
View to the East from Paddockhurst Lane
This view is from the public footpath that runs from Balcombe to West Hoathly past Wakehurst.
Footpath sign near Newhouse Farm Here there is a choice of paths.
Footpath sign near Newhouse Farm
Here there is a choice of paths.
Footbridge over the stream Deep in the woods a new footbridge
Footbridge over the stream
Deep in the woods a new footbridge
Footpath over the field Here the footpath takes the direct route across a field.
Footpath over the field
Here the footpath takes the direct route across a field.
Farm building 1901 The footpath passes Little Strudgate Farm building 1901.
Farm building 1901
The footpath passes Little Strudgate Farm building 1901.
Footpath sign at Wakehurst Place A footpath crosses the woodland at Wakehurst. Curiously it is positioned at TQ332315 but it says it is at TQ330315.  I wonder if the instructions were given to the carver correctly !
Footpath sign at Wakehurst Place
A footpath crosses the woodland at Wakehurst. Curiously it is positioned at TQ332315 but it says it is at TQ330315. I wonder if the instructions were given to the carver correctly !
Monks Forest, Near Crawley, West Sussex View taken from the B2110, looking S. This is an area of mixed woodland, with broadleaved trees (including sweet chestnut) and coniferous plantations.
Monks Forest, Near Crawley, West Sussex
View taken from the B2110, looking S. This is an area of mixed woodland, with broadleaved trees (including sweet chestnut) and coniferous plantations.
Wakehurst Place The arboretum run by Kew Gardens.
Wakehurst Place
The arboretum run by Kew Gardens.
Paddockhurst Road To the west, good views of Worth School can be had from this square. The Paddockhurst Estate originally included the mansion that is now Worth School. <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.worth.org.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.worth.org.uk">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>
Paddockhurst Road
To the west, good views of Worth School can be had from this square. The Paddockhurst Estate originally included the mansion that is now Worth School. LinkExternal link
Mount Noddy Near to Worth School and Abbey on the main road are these cottages. Local sandstone is used for much of the building in this locality. I wonder why they and the high ground are named Noddy !
Mount Noddy
Near to Worth School and Abbey on the main road are these cottages. Local sandstone is used for much of the building in this locality. I wonder why they and the high ground are named Noddy !
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Balcombe Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ3232 (Lat: 51.080948, Lng: -0.11144126)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Mid Sussex

Police Authority: Sussex

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