What is the nearest station to Ashdown Forest?
It’s easy to reach Ashdown Forest, in West Sussex, by train. Simply hop on a train to East Grinstead station and then it’s a bus ride from East Grinstead station – the 261 – alternatively buses run from Uckfield too. For more info including facilities and opening times, visit Ashdown Forest’s website. Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Wych Cross, Nr Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5JR.
Why is Ashdown Forest famous?
Ashdown Forest is famous as the magical landscape that inspired one of the world’s best loved children’s stories, the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh. Known for being the home to the famous ‘Winnie the Pooh’ stories, the Ashdown Forest continues on past our border and offers lots of hiking routes to enjoy during your stay. Enjoy a round of golf with stunning views of the forest, or borrow equipment for a game of tennis or croquet on the lawn.Ashdown Forest is famous as the magical landscape that inspired one of the world’s best loved children’s stories, the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh.
Is Ashdown Forest worth it?
Whether you’re a fan of Pooh or not, this place is absolutely worth a visit. You won’t regret it. We came to Ashdown to have a short little walk amongst the Winnie the Pooh sights. We parked in the Pooh Car Park (which was free) and it was a lovely short walk. Welcome to Pooh Corner The classic stories came to life just a short walk away in the 100 Acre Wood! So whether you come to our restaurant for a drink or something to eat or to visit our gift shop and museum, you’ll find yourself busy doing nothing in no time! Join us at Pooh Corner in Hartfield Today!
Where is Ashdown Forest located?
Ashdown Forest is an ancient area of open heathland occupying the highest sandy ridge-top of the High Weald National Landscape. It is situated 30 miles (48 km) south of London in the county East Sussex, England. English: habitational name from Ashdown Forest in East Sussex, named in Old English with æscen ‘growing with ash trees’ + dūn ‘hill’.Do you know why is the Ashdown Forest is called ‘Ashdown Forest’? The soil of the forest is sandy, where exposed it looks like ash and is hard packed. Hence ‘Ash’ for the soil and ‘down’ is a small hill, of which there are many throughout the forest.