Anchor Bottom

Valley in Sussex Horsham

England

Anchor Bottom

Teasel - Dipsacus fullonum Credit: Ian Cunliffe

Anchor Bottom is a picturesque valley located in the county of Sussex, England. Situated near the village of Jevington, this idyllic spot is nestled within the South Downs National Park, offering visitors a tranquil retreat amidst stunning natural beauty.

The valley is named after the small stream that runs through it, known as the Anchor Bottom Stream. This stream meanders through the valley, creating a charming backdrop of babbling brooks and lush greenery. The area is renowned for its diverse wildlife, with numerous bird species, butterflies, and wildflowers calling Anchor Bottom home.

The landscape of Anchor Bottom is characterized by rolling hills and wooded areas, providing ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and exploring. Several well-marked trails wind their way through the valley, offering visitors the chance to admire the breathtaking views and discover hidden gems along the way.

One of the notable features of Anchor Bottom is the presence of the ancient Long Man of Wilmington, a hill figure carved into the adjacent hillside. This iconic chalk figure dates back to the Iron Age and is considered a symbol of the region's rich history.

Visitors to Anchor Bottom can expect a peaceful and serene environment, ideal for relaxation and connection with nature. The valley is easily accessible by car or public transportation, with nearby parking available for those wishing to explore the area further. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, Anchor Bottom offers a rejuvenating escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Anchor Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.870485/-0.29037006 or Grid Reference TQ2009. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Teasel - Dipsacus fullonum

Ian Cunliffe

Tapsel gate and squeeze gate at Coombes Church, West Sussex

The entrance to Coombes Parish Church is marked by a Tapsel gate and a squeeze gate. The Tapsel gate is shown here in the closed position.

Andrew Diack

Tapsel gate in closed position at Coombes Parish Church, West Sussex

This photo shows the Tapsel gate and adjacent squeeze gate at Coombes Parish Church. The Tapsel gate is in a closed position. The photo was taken from inside the churchyard while looking in an east-southeast direction.

Andrew Diack

Tapsel gate at Coombes Parish Church in an open position, West Sussex

The photo shows the Tapsel gate at Coombes Parish Church in an open position. The adjacent squeeze gate, which prevents cattle or other large animals entering the churchyard, is in a permanently open position. The photo was taken from inside the churchyard and it looks in an east-southeast direction.

Andrew Diack

Tapsel gate at Coombes Parish Church in an open position, Sussex

This view was taken from the car park looking east-southeast and it shows the Tapsel gate at Coombes Parish Church in an open position. Next to the Tapsel gate, there is a squeeze gate which, because of its design, remains permanently open.

Andrew Diack

Tapsel gate at St Botolph's Church, West Sussex, in a closed position,

This photo shows the Tapsel gate at St Botolph's church in a closed position. The photo was taken looking north and it shows the Grade I listed church in the background. The Tapsel gate links the churchyard of St Botolph's with an adjacent council burial ground. The gate was installed in late 2003 and it was consecrated in 2004 by Bishop Lindsay Urwin, who was the Bishop of Horsham between 1993 and 2009.

Andrew Diack

Tapsel gate in an open position at St Botolph's Church, West Sussex

This photo shows the Tapsel gate at St Botolph's church as seen looking north from the churchyard. The arched frame of the five bar gate is reminiscent of the Tapsel gate design at St Mary the Virgin church at Friston in East Sussex.

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Closed Tapsel gate at St Botolph's church seen looking south

The Tapsel gate at St Botolph's church in West Sussex is a modern one having been installed in 2003. This date is carved into the top of arched wooden frame. The gate was funded by the joint parish council of the area to enable the use of the church by visitors to the burial ground.

Andrew Diack

Open Tapsel gate at St Botolph's Church seen looking south

The Tapsel gate at St Botolph's church in West Sussex is a modern one having been installed in late 2003. Although this date is carved into the top of arched wooden frame, it is difficult to see, in this photo, without added magnification. At present, the central pivot is slightly more stiff to open than other Tapsel gates but an application of lubricant would remedy this.

Andrew Diack

St Botolph's Church viewed looking east, West Sussex

On the 15th March 1955, the Saxon Church of St Botolph's was listed as a Grade I building and by definition that means that the site was considered to be of exceptional, national importance. The building dates to about AD 950 and it is listed as one of the 500 holiest sites in Britain. Notable features of the church include three bells made, in 1536, by John Tonne which commemorate the old dedication to St Peter with the inscription “Sancte Petre ora pro nobis”; an oak, Jacobean pulpit dating from 1630; traces of wall murals which were recorded in 1897 and a square baptism font, supported by a brick plinth, which probably dates to the 18th century. Another interesting feature, of the church, are the slanted side windows which allowed lepers, from the leper colony in Bramber, to stand outside and see the service taking place without transmitting the disease to the congregation inside the church.

Andrew Diack