Wartling Wood, Wartling

A well-situated block of Ancient and Semi-Natural broadleaf woodland, located on the outskirts of Herstmonceux in East Sussex. In all the woodland extends to 35.39 acres (14.32 hectares).
DESCRIPTION Wartling Wood is located to the east of Wartling Road, and the Herstmonceux Science Centre, in between the villages of Wartling and Boreham Street in East Sussex. The woodland is arranged in a single block with dual road frontage, and extends in all to some 35.39 acres (14.32 hectares), comprising mixed broadleaf woodland. A gated entrance (now overgrown) off Wartling Road leads to a woodland ride routed around the boundary of the woodland. The majority of the boundaries are fenced, with some areas marked by painted boundary posts. The woodland is teaming with flora and fauna, and comes alive in the Spring with English Bluebells, Wood Anemones, and Primroses, some of which are common ancient woodland indicator species. Dotted around the woodland are patches of Butcher’s Broom, a further ancient woodland indicator species. The woodland is divided into a number of compartments with standards of varying maturity and species, some of which have been coppiced more recently than others. Tree species include, but are not limited to; Oak, Silver Birch, Ash, Hornbeam, Beech, Sweet Chestnut, and many others.
DIRECTIONS The nearest postcode to the property is BN27 1RR. Using the What3words App, the access gateway to the woodland can be found at ///origins.defeated.joints
ACCESS The property is accessed directly off Wartling Road, via a five bar gate.
DESIGNATIONS The woodland is subject to the following designations: • Ancient and Semi-Natural Woodland • Part of the woodland is subject to a Tree Preservation Order, a copy of which is available on request.
METHOD OF SALE Wartling Wood is offered for sale as a whole by Private Treaty. The selling agents may set a date for Best and Final Offers and interested parties are advised to register interest to be kept updated on the sales process.
SERVICES AND UTILITIES The woodland is not connected to any services. Purchasers must rely on their own investigations as to the availability of local service connections.
MINERAL, SPORTING AND TIMBER RIGHTS Included in the freehold sale.
PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY There is a public footpath passing through the woodland, reference WRT/28/1. Please refer to the East Sussex Definitive Rights of Way map for details of the route.
VIEWING By prior notification only. Please contact the selling agents Wadhurst Office, with enquiries directed to Will Jex [email protected]
TENURE: The property is sold Freehold with vacant possession on completion.
BROADBAND & MOBILE COVERAGE: (Visit https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/broadband-coverage or enquire with the office for more information).
LOCAL AUTHORITY: Wealden District Council, Vicarage Lane, Hailsham, BN27 2AX.
COVENANTS: Covenants Relate to this property – please contact the office for more information.
FLOOD & EROSION RISK: Rivers and Sea Flood Zone 1. Surface Water Flood Zone 1. (Visit flood-map-for-planning.service.gov.uk or enquire with the office for more information).
PHOTOS:: Photos taken in Spring 2026, and Summer 2026.