Botolphs

Settlement in Sussex Horsham

England

Botolphs

Teasel - Dipsacus fullonum Credit: Ian Cunliffe

Botolphs is a small village located in West Sussex, England. It is situated near the River Adur and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers. The village is known for its historic church, St Botolph's, which dates back to the 11th century and features a distinctive Saxon tower.

Botolphs is a quiet and charming village, with a close-knit community and a friendly atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, with a few local shops and amenities available for residents and visitors. The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and bird watching.

Despite its small size, Botolphs has a rich history and is home to several historic sites and landmarks. Visitors can explore the ruins of a Roman villa nearby, as well as the remains of an ancient iron smelting site. The village is also close to the South Downs National Park, providing easy access to stunning scenery and wildlife.

Overall, Botolphs is a peaceful and scenic village that offers a glimpse into England's past and provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

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Botolphs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.871765/-0.308131 or Grid Reference TQ1909. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Teasel - Dipsacus fullonum

Ian Cunliffe

Upper Beeding War Memorial

The building on the right with a thatched roof is now a house.

Mrs D Jeffery

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.

Andrew Diack

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

Cattle - and view SW over the Adur Valley

You can see the sea and Lancing College Chapel on the left of the photo.

Ian Cunliffe

Autumn Lady Tresses

Autumn Lady Tresses, Spiranthes spiralis in flower at Anchor Bottom next to the A283 in East Sussex.

John P Reeves

Remains of Bramber Castle: West Sussex

An evening shot of a part of the ruins. This castle is situated between the centre and north eastern section of the grid square.

Pam Brophy

Castle Church : Bramber (West Sussex)

This church is apparently 1000 years or so old and was built as part of the castle residences and buildings. It is situated at the foot of the castle and in the centre to north eastern section of the square.

Pam Brophy