Pound Green

Settlement in Sussex Wealdon

England

Pound Green

A pull-in on the A272 A useful thing to remember on this sort of road, the trouble is, they are often hogged by a lorry. This is by the entrance to Five Chimneys Cottage, according to the sign. The road here is called The Toll, a clue to its turnpike origins.
A pull-in on the A272 Credit: Robin Webster

Pound Green is a picturesque village located in the county of Sussex, England. Situated in the South East region of the country, it lies approximately 7 miles south of the historic town of Lewes. The village is nestled amidst the beautiful South Downs National Park, offering residents and visitors access to stunning natural landscapes.

Known for its idyllic rural setting, Pound Green boasts a charming collection of traditional cottages and farmhouses, many of which date back several centuries. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, verdant fields, and lush woodland, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

Despite its tranquil ambiance, Pound Green is well-connected to larger towns and cities in the area. The nearby A27 road offers easy access to Brighton, which is approximately 12 miles to the southeast, and the vibrant city of London is just over 50 miles away. This accessibility makes Pound Green an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of urban amenities.

The village itself has limited amenities, with a small local pub and a village hall serving as the focal points of community life. However, a wider range of services and facilities can be found in the surrounding towns and villages, ensuring that residents have access to essentials such as shops, schools, and healthcare.

In summary, Pound Green is a quintessential Sussex village, offering a tranquil and picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its stunning natural surroundings and convenient location, it is an attractive place to live for those seeking a balance between rural charm and accessibility to larger towns and cities.

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Pound Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.992182/0.14892391 or Grid Reference TQ5023. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A pull-in on the A272 A useful thing to remember on this sort of road, the trouble is, they are often hogged by a lorry. This is by the entrance to Five Chimneys Cottage, according to the sign. The road here is called The Toll, a clue to its turnpike origins.
A pull-in on the A272
A useful thing to remember on this sort of road, the trouble is, they are often hogged by a lorry. This is by the entrance to Five Chimneys Cottage, according to the sign. The road here is called The Toll, a clue to its turnpike origins.
Entering Buxted A 40 limit on the outskirts, then a 30 limit. On the right is the turning for Howbourne Lane, a no through road.
Entering Buxted
A 40 limit on the outskirts, then a 30 limit. On the right is the turning for Howbourne Lane, a no through road.
30 - slow down in Buxted Whoops! A bit too fast. It is easy to exceed the limit in this direction which is continuously downhill.
30 - slow down in Buxted
Whoops! A bit too fast. It is easy to exceed the limit in this direction which is continuously downhill.
Road junction near Popeswood Farm Rosers Common off to the left
Road junction near Popeswood Farm
Rosers Common off to the left
Rocky bank on Fowly Lane An Ardingly Sandstone exposure by the lane which passes though a sunken section on the hill up from a stream valley.
Rocky bank on Fowly Lane
An Ardingly Sandstone exposure by the lane which passes though a sunken section on the hill up from a stream valley.
House on Streele Lane The maps have this as Hobbs Barton Farm, but also use this term for farm buildings some way south down the lane by the house of Hobbs Barton.
House on Streele Lane
The maps have this as Hobbs Barton Farm, but also use this term for farm buildings some way south down the lane by the house of Hobbs Barton.
Converted oast house, Shepherd's Hill The grit bin is on a grass triangle at the junction of Pound Lane and Shepherds Hill.
Converted oast house, Shepherd's Hill
The grit bin is on a grass triangle at the junction of Pound Lane and Shepherds Hill.
Green field,Big cloud Looking uphill to the base of a growing cumulus cloud behind the horizon
Green field,Big cloud
Looking uphill to the base of a growing cumulus cloud behind the horizon
London Bound Looking from a pedestrian and agricultural bridge over the London-Uckfield line at the London bound train on its way.
London Bound
Looking from a pedestrian and agricultural bridge over the London-Uckfield line at the London bound train on its way.
Cloud form Cumulus cloud over a field in Wealden, East Sussex
Cloud form
Cumulus cloud over a field in Wealden, East Sussex
MS Motor Services, Pound Green near Buxted
MS Motor Services, Pound Green near Buxted
Sign post for Nans Tuck Lane on Nans Tuck Lane On the southern edge of Buxted.
Sign post for Nans Tuck Lane on Nans Tuck Lane
On the southern edge of Buxted.
Unnamed road on the south side of Buxted The road provides a section of the Vanguard Way.
Unnamed road on the south side of Buxted
The road provides a section of the Vanguard Way.
Pound Green Lane north towards the A272
Pound Green Lane north towards the A272
Garden, The Hundred House, Framfield The garden was open as part of the National Garden Scheme.
Garden, The Hundred House, Framfield
The garden was open as part of the National Garden Scheme.
Rail Tunnel at Stones Rough This is where the Vanguard Way footpath crosses under the railway near Buxted
Rail Tunnel at Stones Rough
This is where the Vanguard Way footpath crosses under the railway near Buxted
Footbridge over River Uck Part of the Vanguard Way.  The Oak in the centre of the picture is hiding a pillbox.
Footbridge over River Uck
Part of the Vanguard Way. The Oak in the centre of the picture is hiding a pillbox.
View from rail bridge near Buxted Another version of previously published photographs looking northwest with the rail bridge walls in the foreground.
View from rail bridge near Buxted
Another version of previously published photographs looking northwest with the rail bridge walls in the foreground.
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Pound Green is located at Grid Ref: TQ5023 (Lat: 50.992182, Lng: 0.14892391)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Wealdon

Police Authority: Sussex

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.992182,0.14892391
Pound Green
Place: neighbourhood
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 50.9917118/0.1455732
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 50.9945848/0.1464401
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: TN22 65D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.9921274/0.1462741
VGW
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.9946256/0.1464544
Public Footpath
Information: guidepost
Note: VGW
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.99225/0.1490347
VGW; Wealden Walks
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.9921502/0.1506122
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Orientation: 160
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 10
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 50.9923492/0.1443176
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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