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Stationmasters Cottage, Tide Mills Tide Mills is a derelict village in East Sussex. It lies between Newhaven and Seaford. The village consisted of a large tide mill and numerous workers' cottages, housing about 100 workers. The tide mill at Bishopstone was erected in 1761 by the Duke of Newcastle The Sussex Archaeological Society started a long-term project in April 2006 to record the entire East Beach site: Mills, Railway Station, Nurses Home, Hospital, RNAS Station and the later holiday homes and the Marconi Radio station (1904). The mill stopped in around 1900, the village was condemned as unfit for habitation in 1936 with the last residents forcibly removed in 1939. The area was in part cleared to give fields of fire and also used for street fighting training. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tide_Mills,_East_Sussex" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tide_Mills,_East_Sussex">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>
Stationmasters Cottage, Tide Mills Credit: N Chadwick

Norton Hill, located in Sussex, England, is a prominent hill that forms part of the South Downs range. With an elevation of approximately 230 meters (750 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is situated near the village of Norton, within the district of Chichester.

Norton Hill is known for its gentle slopes covered in lush grass and scattered with wildflowers, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The hill is a haven for wildlife, with various species of birds, butterflies, and small mammals calling it home.

The area surrounding Norton Hill is rich in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back thousands of years. Archaeological sites, such as ancient burial mounds and earthworks, can be found in the vicinity. These historical remnants add an extra layer of intrigue to the hill, attracting history buffs and archaeology enthusiasts.

Visitors to Norton Hill can enjoy a range of activities, including walking, picnicking, and photography. Several well-marked trails crisscross the hill, providing different vantage points and allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this natural setting.

The peaceful and serene atmosphere of Norton Hill, combined with its outstanding natural beauty, make it an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and a chance to connect with nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, Norton Hill offers a memorable experience for all who visit.

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Stationmasters Cottage, Tide Mills Tide Mills is a derelict village in East Sussex. It lies between Newhaven and Seaford. The village consisted of a large tide mill and numerous workers' cottages, housing about 100 workers. The tide mill at Bishopstone was erected in 1761 by the Duke of Newcastle The Sussex Archaeological Society started a long-term project in April 2006 to record the entire East Beach site: Mills, Railway Station, Nurses Home, Hospital, RNAS Station and the later holiday homes and the Marconi Radio station (1904). The mill stopped in around 1900, the village was condemned as unfit for habitation in 1936 with the last residents forcibly removed in 1939. The area was in part cleared to give fields of fire and also used for street fighting training. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tide_Mills,_East_Sussex" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tide_Mills,_East_Sussex">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>
Stationmasters Cottage, Tide Mills
Tide Mills is a derelict village in East Sussex. It lies between Newhaven and Seaford. The village consisted of a large tide mill and numerous workers' cottages, housing about 100 workers. The tide mill at Bishopstone was erected in 1761 by the Duke of Newcastle The Sussex Archaeological Society started a long-term project in April 2006 to record the entire East Beach site: Mills, Railway Station, Nurses Home, Hospital, RNAS Station and the later holiday homes and the Marconi Radio station (1904). The mill stopped in around 1900, the village was condemned as unfit for habitation in 1936 with the last residents forcibly removed in 1939. The area was in part cleared to give fields of fire and also used for street fighting training. LinkExternal link
Level crossing, Mill Drove
Level crossing, Mill Drove
Seaford Branch Line The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seaford_branch_line" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seaford_branch_line">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>
Seaford Branch Line
The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Seaford Branch Line The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seaford_branch_line" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seaford_branch_line">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>
Seaford Branch Line
The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Mill Drove
Mill Drove
Crops
Crops
End of Mill Drove
End of Mill Drove
National Cycleroute 2 National Route 2 will link Dover with St. Austell when complete via the south coast of England and is sometimes referred to as the South Coast Cycle Route. The route is only fully open, at present, and signed between Dover and Brighton, but is still under development between Brighton and St. Austell.
National Cycleroute 2
National Route 2 will link Dover with St. Austell when complete via the south coast of England and is sometimes referred to as the South Coast Cycle Route. The route is only fully open, at present, and signed between Dover and Brighton, but is still under development between Brighton and St. Austell.
Entering Seaford
Entering Seaford
Car park
Car park
National Cycleroute 2 National Route 2 will link Dover with St. Austell when complete via the south coast of England and is sometimes referred to as the South Coast Cycle Route. The route is only fully open, at present, and signed between Dover and Brighton, but is still under development between Brighton and St. Austell.
National Cycleroute 2
National Route 2 will link Dover with St. Austell when complete via the south coast of England and is sometimes referred to as the South Coast Cycle Route. The route is only fully open, at present, and signed between Dover and Brighton, but is still under development between Brighton and St. Austell.
Seaford Branch Line The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seaford_branch_line" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seaford_branch_line">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>
Seaford Branch Line
The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
National Cycleroute 2 National Route 2 will link Dover with St. Austell when complete via the south coast of England and is sometimes referred to as the South Coast Cycle Route. The route is only fully open, at present, and signed between Dover and Brighton, but is still under development between Brighton and St. Austell.
National Cycleroute 2
National Route 2 will link Dover with St. Austell when complete via the south coast of England and is sometimes referred to as the South Coast Cycle Route. The route is only fully open, at present, and signed between Dover and Brighton, but is still under development between Brighton and St. Austell.
Newhaven Rd The A259 is a busy route along the south coast of England. It runs 120 miles from Havant in Hampshire to Folkestone in Kent, via West and East Sussex. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A259" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A259">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>
Newhaven Rd
The A259 is a busy route along the south coast of England. It runs 120 miles from Havant in Hampshire to Folkestone in Kent, via West and East Sussex. LinkExternal link
Bishopstone Rd
Bishopstone Rd
Newhaven Rd The A259 is a busy route along the south coast of England. It runs 120 miles from Havant in Hampshire to Folkestone in Kent, via West and East Sussex. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A259" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A259">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>
Newhaven Rd
The A259 is a busy route along the south coast of England. It runs 120 miles from Havant in Hampshire to Folkestone in Kent, via West and East Sussex. LinkExternal link
Hawth Hill
Hawth Hill
View NE over Stump Bottom
View NE over Stump Bottom
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Norton Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ4602 (Lat: 50.799372, Lng: 0.078644806)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Lewes

Police Authority: Sussex

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