East Sussex
England
Battle is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: TQ 762159
A predominantly coniferous woodland. 186 ha (186 acres) with heathy open areas adjoining wet flushes and streams. Sweet chestnut is still coppiced, continuing the wood's link to local industry.
Mammals: Foxes and Badgers can be encountered on summer evenings foraging in the wood. Deer, Roe and Fallow have recently moved into the area. Sightings are therefore unusual at the moment. We have information about Roe deer, Fallow deer and Badger
Birds: Heathland species are the main interest, Nightjar and Tree Pipit can be seen in open areas. Hobby and Sparrowhawk hunt up high. We have information about Nightjar
Insects and reptiles: Adders and Slow Worms bask in heathy patches. The ponds alongside the forest road come alive with Palmate Newts and frogs during the spring.
Common woodland butterflies, such as Ringlet and Brimstone can be seen. We have information about Adder
Habitats: Current thinning operations have enabled the Forestry Commission to create open heath areas, as well as wide grassy rides to connect these habitats. Several ponds are joined by streams and wet woodland, a good place to see thirsty Crossbills! We have information about Lowland heath
How to get there:
By road
A21 between Robertsbridge and Sedlescombe, take Marley Lane follow for 2kms.
By rail
Get off at Battle station, walk uphill towards Battle, take first right, Marley Lane follow for 1km, Wood will be on the right.
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