Ashen Coppice - East Sussex

Details for this wood

Guide price: £180,000 - Freehold
Size: About 12.7 acres

Location: Burwash, Etchingham
OS Landranger: No.199
Grid ref: TQ 63988 24403
Nearest post code: TN19 7JR

Contact: Ben Williamson
Phone: 07958 213 914
Email: [email protected]

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Ashen Coppice is a beautiful stretch of ancient woodland set within the High Weald National Landscape. It features a charming stream and two large natural ponds, creating a peaceful and picturesque setting.

The woodland has been carefully managed by the current owner for over 20 years. A network of wide rides and access tracks runs through and around the site, providing excellent vehicle access for management, while well-defined paths make it easy to explore on foot.

The terrain is varied but generally easy to navigate. As you move deeper into the woods towards the flowing stream, the ground becomes steeper in places, so care is needed. Lower areas allow for easy crossing, leading to a large pond and open glade on the western edge. This section adjoins open fields, offering lovely views and plenty of natural light.

A track along the southern boundary runs beside open farmland, with several footpaths and rides leading back into the heart of the wood. Another large pond lies near the centre of the site, surrounded by clearings that would make ideal locations for woodland activities or quiet retreats.

The woodland itself is wonderfully diverse, featuring oak, hazel, birch, hornbeam, alder, poplar, ash, chestnut, yew, and the occasional spruce. This mix of species supports a thriving ecosystem, and with open fields nearby, deer are frequent visitors to this secluded haven.

Ashen Coppice truly embodies the essence of an idyllic woodland, rich in wildlife, character, and natural beauty, and represents a rare opportunity for the right buyer.

Nearby, Burwash Common offers a small shop and the Lakedown Fishery and Tap Room are both within walking distance, while Heathfield is just a short drive away with a full range of amenities. The coast and Hastings are also easily accessible, making this an ideal countryside retreat.

The ward is Burwash & the Weald and the County Council is East Sussex

Boundaries: The boundary is open N and S, fenced E and W adjoining the fields beyond. Access tracks and a pathway run along the boundary to the north and south.

Access: There is good vehicle access (ideally 4x4) all year round via a shared gate. Parking is possible in the woodland.

Covenant: There is a covenant on the wood designed to ensure the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of this and adjoining woodlands, click HERE to read and download.

Click HERE to see free OS maps.

Viewing: You are welcome to visit this wood by yourself, but please Click here to download and print a map showing the location of the woodland and ensure that you have a copy of these sales details with you. Many of our woodlands do not have mobile phone reception or internet access so we recommend either printing the details or downloading them to your phone or tablet. Please take care when viewing as the great outdoors can contain unexpected hazards and woodlands are no exception.

Maps: OS OpenData © Crown copyright and database rights 2025 & OpenStreetMap

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Directions

Ashen Coppice, Witherenden Hill, Burwash, Etchingham.

1. Click here for Bing Maps Directions click on the "Directions" box and enter your own postcode.

For viewing purposes, park in the large layby opposite the main entrance as marked on the map.
Cross over the road and follow the track on the right leading down into the woods. After approx 300m you will come to the north east edge of Ashen Coppice.

2. For Satnav: the nearest postcode is TN19 7JR as shown by the marker on the maps. The main coordinates for access and parking are: 50.997473, 0.340071. W3W: ///celebrate.enjoyable.electric

3. We recommend downloading OS maps to your phone. It's handy for giving you an idea of where you are on the ground when viewing woodlands.

Please note: the particulars with plans, maps, descriptions and measurements are for reference only and although carefully checked we cannot guarantee their accuracy and do not form part of any contract. Any intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of these particulars.