Bayham, Little

Settlement in Sussex Wealdon

England

Bayham, Little

Footbridge over River Teise This bridge is used by a Natural England permissive path, leading over the river towards Furnace Wood. — Footbridge over River Teise Credit: David Anstiss

Bayham, Little is a small village located in the county of Sussex, England. Situated in the district of Rother, it is nestled amidst the picturesque countryside, offering stunning views and a tranquil environment. The village is part of the Bayham Abbey estate, which was once a Cistercian abbey founded in the 13th century.

Bayham, Little is characterized by its charming rural setting, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and ancient woodlands surrounding the village. The area is known for its natural beauty and is popular among nature enthusiasts and hikers who enjoy exploring the numerous walking trails in the vicinity.

Historically, Bayham, Little has strong ties to the abbey that once stood there. Although the abbey was dissolved during the Reformation, its ruins still remain and are open to visitors. The ruins are a popular tourist attraction and provide a glimpse into the village's rich history.

The village itself is small, with a close-knit community of residents. It has a quaint, traditional feel, with a few cottages and houses scattered along the winding lanes. Despite its size, Bayham, Little benefits from being in close proximity to larger towns and amenities, ensuring that residents have access to essential services and facilities.

In summary, Bayham, Little is a picturesque village in Sussex, offering a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle amidst stunning natural surroundings. Its historical significance and proximity to amenities make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural retreat.

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Footbridge over River Teise This bridge is used by a Natural England permissive path, leading over the river towards Furnace Wood.

Footbridge over River Teise

This bridge is used by a Natural England permissive path, leading over the river towards Furnace Wood.

Woodland Track in Furnace Wood This track leads from Bayham Lake through Furnace Wood towards Brown&#039;s Lodge.
On the left are masses of Wild Garlic and on the right (under the trees) are bluebells.

Woodland Track in Furnace Wood

This track leads from Bayham Lake through Furnace Wood towards Brown's Lodge. On the left are masses of Wild Garlic and on the right (under the trees) are bluebells.

Bluebells in Furnace Wood As seen from the woodland track beside the wood.

Bluebells in Furnace Wood

As seen from the woodland track beside the wood.

Track in Furnace Wood This track leads from Tollslye Cottage near Bayham Lake, through the wood towards Brown&#039;s Lodge on Dundale Road.

Track in Furnace Wood

This track leads from Tollslye Cottage near Bayham Lake, through the wood towards Brown's Lodge on Dundale Road.

River Teise in Furnace Wood This long river flows from Great Bayhall Farm through the wood towards Bayham Lake. The section from Dundale Road towards the lake is also the country boundary. The wild garlic and bluebells are in Kent, across the river is East Sussex.

River Teise in Furnace Wood

This long river flows from Great Bayhall Farm through the wood towards Bayham Lake. The section from Dundale Road towards the lake is also the country boundary. The wild garlic and bluebells are in Kent, across the river is East Sussex.

Wild Garlic in Jews Wood As seen from a track leading into the wood. On the right are a few bluebells.

Wild Garlic in Jews Wood

As seen from a track leading into the wood. On the right are a few bluebells.

Track junction in Jews Wood A woodland track from Oxpasture Wood leads straight on towards Tollslye Cottage and Bayham Abbey. The track on the right climbs up and around to Bayham Lake.

Track junction in Jews Wood

A woodland track from Oxpasture Wood leads straight on towards Tollslye Cottage and Bayham Abbey. The track on the right climbs up and around to Bayham Lake.

Track in Jews Wood This track leads from Oxpasture Wood, towards Bayham Lake.

Track in Jews Wood

This track leads from Oxpasture Wood, towards Bayham Lake.

Long Track in Jews Wood This very long straight track leads from Bayham Abbey and Lake towards Oxpasture Wood.

Long Track in Jews Wood

This very long straight track leads from Bayham Abbey and Lake towards Oxpasture Wood.

Stream in Jews Wood This woodland stream, leads from Oxpasture Wood, through Jews Wood and into the River Teise feeding into Bayham Lake.

Stream in Jews Wood

This woodland stream, leads from Oxpasture Wood, through Jews Wood and into the River Teise feeding into Bayham Lake.

Hide beside the River Teise This raised view point gives a view of the wildlife around the River (on the right).

Hide beside the River Teise

This raised view point gives a view of the wildlife around the River (on the right).

River Teise This river leads from Siseley Wood, around Great Bayhall, and then through Furnace Wood, heading towards Bayham Lake. This is close to Furnace Wood.

River Teise

This river leads from Siseley Wood, around Great Bayhall, and then through Furnace Wood, heading towards Bayham Lake. This is close to Furnace Wood.

Bluebells in Coneyburrow Wood As seen from a woodland permissive path beside the River Teise.

Bluebells in Coneyburrow Wood

As seen from a woodland permissive path beside the River Teise.

Bluebells in Coneyburrow Wood As seen from a woodland permissive path beside the River Teise.

Bluebells in Coneyburrow Wood

As seen from a woodland permissive path beside the River Teise.

View of Bayham Abbey As seen from Clay Hill Road.
Looks across the old ruins of the former abbey beside the River Teise.

View of Bayham Abbey

As seen from Clay Hill Road. Looks across the old ruins of the former abbey beside the River Teise.

Damselfly near Hook Green Beside a footpath near B2169 Bayham Road, on a private hedge.
A female Beautiful Demoiselle, (Calopteryx virgo).

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Damselfly near Hook Green

Beside a footpath near B2169 Bayham Road, on a private hedge. A female Beautiful Demoiselle, (Calopteryx virgo). See Link

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Access road to Bayham Old Abbey This access road leads from the B2169 towards the English Heritage site of Bayham Old Abbey (ruins).

Access road to Bayham Old Abbey

This access road leads from the B2169 towards the English Heritage site of Bayham Old Abbey (ruins).

B2169 Bayham Road This road leads from Spray Hill, near Lamberhurst towards Frant and onwards to Tunbridge Wells.

B2169 Bayham Road

This road leads from Spray Hill, near Lamberhurst towards Frant and onwards to Tunbridge Wells.

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Bayham, Little is located at Grid Ref: TQ6335 (Lat: 51.099206, Lng: 0.33945513)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealdon

Police Authority: Sussex

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Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: TN3 137

Royal Cypher: VR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356

Lat/Long: 51.0992966/0.3395523

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Lat/Long: 51.0993281/0.3384519

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