Ashdown Forest
Forest Row, High Weald
Open heathland and woodland that inspired the Hundred Acre Wood in the Winnie-the-Pooh stories. Big skies, long views and miles of paths make it a favourite for dog walks and family rambles, with Poohsticks Bridge an easy target for younger children.
Highlights
- Poohsticks Bridge near Chuck Hatch
- Open heathland views
- Ashdown Forest Centre information barn and café
- Walks from dozens of car parks
Good to know
- Keep dogs on paths from 1 March to 31 August for ground-nesting birds, and use a lead near livestock
- Off-road cycling is not allowed
- Use the Pooh car park on Chuck Hatch Lane for Poohsticks Bridge
Getting there
Ashdown Forest, Ashdown Forest Centre, Wych Cross, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5JPParking: Around 45 paid car parks across the Forest. No parking between midnight and 6am.
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