Rodmell

Civil Parish in Sussex Lewes

England

Rodmell

Gate on riverbank path Looking across the Ouse from bank footpath Southease 4a to path Southease 3. It was a surprise to find that both banks are in Southease parish. The explanation is that this is a straightening of the old natural course of the Ouse used by the parish boundary. This wanders across to hug the high ground to the east behind the camera.
Gate on riverbank path Credit: Robin Webster

Rodmell is a small civil parish located in the county of Sussex, England. It is situated about 6 miles south of the historic town of Lewes and lies within the South Downs National Park. The parish covers an area of approximately 7.5 square kilometers and is home to a population of around 400 residents.

Rodmell is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural atmosphere. The village itself is made up of a small cluster of houses and cottages, many of which date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The parish is surrounded by rolling hills, lush farmland, and patches of woodland, offering residents and visitors ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

One of the notable landmarks in Rodmell is the historic St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and peaceful atmosphere, attracting visitors from near and far.

Rodmell is also famous for being the former home of renowned British author Virginia Woolf. She and her husband Leonard Woolf lived in the village at their farmhouse, Monk's House, from 1919 until her death in 1941. Today, Monk's House is open to the public and serves as a museum dedicated to Virginia Woolf's life and work, attracting literary enthusiasts and history buffs.

Overall, Rodmell, Sussex, offers a tranquil and picturesque countryside setting, steeped in history and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Rodmell Images

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Gate on riverbank path Looking across the Ouse from bank footpath Southease 4a to path Southease 3. It was a surprise to find that both banks are in Southease parish. The explanation is that this is a straightening of the old natural course of the Ouse used by the parish boundary. This wanders across to hug the high ground to the east behind the camera.
Gate on riverbank path
Looking across the Ouse from bank footpath Southease 4a to path Southease 3. It was a surprise to find that both banks are in Southease parish. The explanation is that this is a straightening of the old natural course of the Ouse used by the parish boundary. This wanders across to hug the high ground to the east behind the camera.
Iford, St Nicholas
Iford, St Nicholas
Southease, St Peter
Southease, St Peter
Crop on Fore Hill
Crop on Fore Hill
Hay bales in Cricketing Bottom There's a farm about 1 km to the NE of here - further down the "bottom".
Hay bales in Cricketing Bottom
There's a farm about 1 km to the NE of here - further down the "bottom".
Rodmell houses [1] These three cottages, Freshfields, Croft View Cottage and The Old Poor House are dated 1810 and were originally the parish poor-house. Constructed of flints with red brick dressings and quoins under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273937" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273937">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Rodmell houses [1]
These three cottages, Freshfields, Croft View Cottage and The Old Poor House are dated 1810 and were originally the parish poor-house. Constructed of flints with red brick dressings and quoins under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Rodmell houses [2] Numbers 1 and 2 Style Cottages were built in the 18th century. Constructed of flint with red brick dressings and quoins, partly tile-hung, all under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1239036" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1239036">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Rodmell houses [2]
Numbers 1 and 2 Style Cottages were built in the 18th century. Constructed of flint with red brick dressings and quoins, partly tile-hung, all under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [1] Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [1]
Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [2] Part of the garden.
Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [2]
Part of the garden. Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [3] The garden with a view of the church.
Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [3]
The garden with a view of the church. Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [4] A bust of Leonard Woolf in the garden.
Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [4]
A bust of Leonard Woolf in the garden. Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [5] A bust of Virginia Woolf in the garden.
Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [5]
A bust of Virginia Woolf in the garden. Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [6] The house seen from the garden.
Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1273935">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Monks House [6]
The house seen from the garden. Monks House was the home of the writer Virginia Woolf and her husband, the political activist, journalist and editor Leonard Woolf. They bought the house in 1919 and lived there until their deaths in 1941 and 1969 respectively. They upgraded the house considerably. Built in the 18th century, the house is faced with weatherboarding on a stuccoed base under a slate roof. There is an extension on the left. The house is in the care of the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Rodmell features [1] This path leads to the church.
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Rodmell features [1]
This path leads to the church. Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Parish church [1] This fine lychgate leads to the church.
The Anglican parish church of St Peter has a chancel, nave and south chapel from the early C12. The south aisle, tower and south annexe are late 12th century. The church was restored in 1858 and in 1870. Constructed of flint with freestone dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1238975" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1238975">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Parish church [1]
This fine lychgate leads to the church. The Anglican parish church of St Peter has a chancel, nave and south chapel from the early C12. The south aisle, tower and south annexe are late 12th century. The church was restored in 1858 and in 1870. Constructed of flint with freestone dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Parish church [2] The Anglican parish church of St Peter has a chancel, nave and south chapel from the early C12. The south aisle, tower and south annexe are late 12th century. The church was restored in 1858 and in 1870. Constructed of flint with freestone dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1238975" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1238975">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Parish church [2]
The Anglican parish church of St Peter has a chancel, nave and south chapel from the early C12. The south aisle, tower and south annexe are late 12th century. The church was restored in 1858 and in 1870. Constructed of flint with freestone dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Parish church [3] The nave and fine chancel arch.
The Anglican parish church of St Peter has a chancel, nave and south chapel from the early C12. The south aisle, tower and south annexe are late 12th century. The church was restored in 1858 and in 1870. Constructed of flint with freestone dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1238975" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1238975">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Parish church [3]
The nave and fine chancel arch. The Anglican parish church of St Peter has a chancel, nave and south chapel from the early C12. The south aisle, tower and south annexe are late 12th century. The church was restored in 1858 and in 1870. Constructed of flint with freestone dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Parish church [4] The south chapel window.
The Anglican parish church of St Peter has a chancel, nave and south chapel from the early C12. The south aisle, tower and south annexe are late 12th century. The church was restored in 1858 and in 1870. Constructed of flint with freestone dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1238975" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1238975">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>
Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
Parish church [4]
The south chapel window. The Anglican parish church of St Peter has a chancel, nave and south chapel from the early C12. The south aisle, tower and south annexe are late 12th century. The church was restored in 1858 and in 1870. Constructed of flint with freestone dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link Rodmell is a small commuter village in East Sussex, some 7 miles northeast of Brighton and 2½ miles south of Lewes. There is evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. In the village is Monks House, the home of the author Virginia Woolf for twenty-one years until her death in 1941.
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Rodmell is located at Grid Ref: TQ4105 (Lat: 50.833726, Lng: 0.002365)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Lewes

Police Authority: Sussex

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Building: house
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Seats: 2
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Meridian Line
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Mill Hill
Ele: 89
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 50.831913/0.0025925
Historic: memorial
Inscription: In memory of Derek Baker / 1926 - 1989 / A woodcrafter
Material: brick
Lat/Long: 50.8303095/0.0048479
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