Colgate

Settlement in Sussex Horsham

England

Colgate

The Dragon Public House, Colgate, West Sussex At one of the main crossroads of this small village. The pub is named after the dragon which was said to live in the nearby St. Leonards Forest. — The Dragon Public House, Colgate, West Sussex Credit: Pete Chapman

Colgate is a small village located in the county of Sussex, England. Situated in the southern part of the country, it falls within the administrative boundaries of Horsham District. With a population of around 1,000 residents, Colgate is known for its picturesque countryside and peaceful atmosphere.

The village is characterized by its traditional English charm, with many historic buildings and cottages lining the streets. One notable landmark is the St. Saviour's Church, a beautiful medieval church dating back to the 12th century. Its stunning architecture and tranquil surroundings make it a popular spot for visitors and locals alike.

Colgate is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. The village is also in close proximity to several nature reserves, such as the Warnham Local Nature Reserve and Chesworth Farm, offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting.

Despite its small size, Colgate benefits from good transport links. The nearby A264 road connects the village to larger towns and cities, and the Horsham railway station provides convenient access to London and other major destinations.

In terms of amenities, Colgate has a village shop, a pub, and a primary school, providing essential services to its residents. The village also hosts a variety of community events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community among its inhabitants.

Overall, Colgate offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Sussex countryside.

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The Dragon Public House, Colgate, West Sussex At one of the main crossroads of this small village. The pub is named after the dragon which was said to live in the nearby St. Leonards Forest.

The Dragon Public House, Colgate, West Sussex

At one of the main crossroads of this small village. The pub is named after the dragon which was said to live in the nearby St. Leonards Forest.

The Cherry Tree Public House, Near Faygate, West Sussex. A wayside inn on the N side of the A264 dual carriageway

The Cherry Tree Public House, Near Faygate, West Sussex.

A wayside inn on the N side of the A264 dual carriageway

Water Tower, Beacon Hill, Colgate, West Sussex This concrete water tower is built near to the highest point on Beacon Hill (146m above sea level). Colgate is situated on top of a long ridge of wealdland that stretches E-W between Pease Pottage and the outskirts of Horsham. Water pressure in the area would be quite low without the use of a water tower.

Water Tower, Beacon Hill, Colgate, West Sussex

This concrete water tower is built near to the highest point on Beacon Hill (146m above sea level). Colgate is situated on top of a long ridge of wealdland that stretches E-W between Pease Pottage and the outskirts of Horsham. Water pressure in the area would be quite low without the use of a water tower.

Gate house to the Holmbush estate, off A264, between Crawley and Horsham The gatehouse to the original main drive up to the house on the Holmwood estate.

Gate house to the Holmbush estate, off A264, between Crawley and Horsham

The gatehouse to the original main drive up to the house on the Holmwood estate.

Holmbush Potteries Industrial Estate, Crawley. Conveniently situated off the main A264 road between Crawley and Horsham. Features a large builders merchants premises and several smaller trading and industrial units.

Holmbush Potteries Industrial Estate, Crawley.

Conveniently situated off the main A264 road between Crawley and Horsham. Features a large builders merchants premises and several smaller trading and industrial units.

Arable Fields between Pease Pottage and Colgate, West Sussex A typical corn field to the south of the minor road between Pease Pottage and Colgate. Viewed looking SE.

Arable Fields between Pease Pottage and Colgate, West Sussex

A typical corn field to the south of the minor road between Pease Pottage and Colgate. Viewed looking SE.

Bridle Road To Bucks Head Through St Leonards Forest, West Sussex The start of the main route through the forest from near The Dragon pub. This is a public bridleway.

Bridle Road To Bucks Head Through St Leonards Forest, West Sussex

The start of the main route through the forest from near The Dragon pub. This is a public bridleway.

Ancient Boundary? Earthwall Adjacent to Bridleway Between Beacon Hill and the St Leonards Forest Bridleway Earthwalls are often found in forested areas an can signify the presence of a very old boundary line. They often feature distinctive trees (e.g. pollards, or yews). Here we see an earthwall in a beech wood. The public right of way (bridleway) runs close to and parallel to the earthwall for some way.

Ancient Boundary? Earthwall Adjacent to Bridleway Between Beacon Hill and the St Leonards Forest Bridleway

Earthwalls are often found in forested areas an can signify the presence of a very old boundary line. They often feature distinctive trees (e.g. pollards, or yews). Here we see an earthwall in a beech wood. The public right of way (bridleway) runs close to and parallel to the earthwall for some way.

Colgate Village Hall, Colgate, West Sussex This village hall is the centre for a lot of village life and is appropriately in the centre of the village! This particular hall building replaced one that was bombed during the second world war.

Colgate Village Hall, Colgate, West Sussex

This village hall is the centre for a lot of village life and is appropriately in the centre of the village! This particular hall building replaced one that was bombed during the second world war.

St Saviours Church, Colgate, West Sussex Centrally located in the village: almost opposite one of the two main road junctions; and near to the village hall. Brick built with a slate roof.

St Saviours Church, Colgate, West Sussex

Centrally located in the village: almost opposite one of the two main road junctions; and near to the village hall. Brick built with a slate roof.

Bridleway through Holmbush Forest, near Colgate, West Sussex This bridleway runs through Holmbush forest from Colgate to the main road between Crawley and Horsham (A264).

Bridleway through Holmbush Forest, near Colgate, West Sussex

This bridleway runs through Holmbush forest from Colgate to the main road between Crawley and Horsham (A264).

Golf Course at Cottesmore Golf and Country Club This golf course spreads over much of this grid square and into TQ2533. This view is from a public footpath, looking east. The large radar scanner of the Pease Pottage Radar station can be seen above the trees in the distance.

Golf Course at Cottesmore Golf and Country Club

This golf course spreads over much of this grid square and into TQ2533. This view is from a public footpath, looking east. The large radar scanner of the Pease Pottage Radar station can be seen above the trees in the distance.

Bridleway through Cottesmore Country Club and School. The sign indicates a bend in the route of the bridleway that cuts through the country club and school grounds between Pease Pottage and the Broadfield neighbourhood of Crawley. At this point the public right of way is following the drive to the school. Behind the sign can be seen the flag of one of the golf greens.

Bridleway through Cottesmore Country Club and School.

The sign indicates a bend in the route of the bridleway that cuts through the country club and school grounds between Pease Pottage and the Broadfield neighbourhood of Crawley. At this point the public right of way is following the drive to the school. Behind the sign can be seen the flag of one of the golf greens.

Cottesmore Golf and Country Club - Golfer Taking a Swing The view is of a golfer on the fairway taking a swing at his ball.

Cottesmore Golf and Country Club - Golfer Taking a Swing

The view is of a golfer on the fairway taking a swing at his ball.

Woodsman's Hut, St Leonard's Forest. Forestry Commission Workshop.

Woodsman's Hut, St Leonard's Forest.

Forestry Commission Workshop.

James 'Dan' Hall

Bus stop and road approaching Faygate northbound The bus stop hut has now been taken down after the car above managed to &quot;park&quot; itself within!

Bus stop and road approaching Faygate northbound

The bus stop hut has now been taken down after the car above managed to "park" itself within!

Bridleway near junction of Grouse Lane and Blackhouse Road, Colgate, West Sussex View taken looking SSE. This bridleway leads to Newstead Farm (approx 1200m).

Bridleway near junction of Grouse Lane and Blackhouse Road, Colgate, West Sussex

View taken looking SSE. This bridleway leads to Newstead Farm (approx 1200m).

Junction of Grouse Road and Woodland Lane, Near Colgate, West Sussex Woodland Lane is a narrow metalled no through private road. A Post box is situated at the junction to serve the needs of around a dozen dwellings along Woodland Lane.

Junction of Grouse Road and Woodland Lane, Near Colgate, West Sussex

Woodland Lane is a narrow metalled no through private road. A Post box is situated at the junction to serve the needs of around a dozen dwellings along Woodland Lane.

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Colgate is located at Grid Ref: TQ2332 (Lat: 51.081401, Lng: -0.24427)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Located within 500m of 51.081401,-0.24427

Colgate

Is In: West Sussex, England, UK

Place: village

Wikidata: Q1923032

Lat/Long: 51.0813587/-0.2436334

Bus Stop

The Dragon Inn

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Naptan ShortCommonName: Colgate Dragon Inn

Naptan Street: Forest Road

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Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 51.0808598/-0.247607

Bus Stop

The Dragon Inn

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Naptan Street: Forest Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 51.0808097/-0.2484656

Coombe Wood

Place: isolated_dwelling

Lat/Long: 51.0794647/-0.2491182

Washout Hydrant

Fire Hydrant

Emergency: fire_hydrant

Fire Hydrant Type: underground

Survey Date: 2018-11-11

Water Source: main

Lat/Long: 51.081042/-0.2468135

Post Box

Operator: Royal Mail

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: RH13 111

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 51.0810863/-0.2434266

Hiking: yes

Information: guidepost

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Hiking: yes

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Source: GPS

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.0791772/-0.2446765

Barrier: bollard

Lat/Long: 51.0791715/-0.244632

Forest Farm

Place: farm

Lat/Long: 51.0836119/-0.2394294

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