St George's Church, High Weald – Fore Wood Nature Reserve loop from Marline Wood

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St George's Church, High Weald – Fore Wood Nature Reserve loop from Marline Wood

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St George's Church, High Weald – Fore Wood Nature Reserve loop from Marline Wood

05:54

21.5km

340m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Tips

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High Weald National Landscape

Marline Wood

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.54 km

Alder Wood

Forest

3.38 km

Rackwell Wood

Forest

4.17 km

St George's Church, High Weald

Highlight • Religious Site

This small church primarily dates back to the 12th and 15th centuries, although it underwent various alterations and expansions in between. By the late 12th century, it was dedicated to St. George, the new patron saint of England.

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4.94 km

View of the English Countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the best English country side sceneries I have seen in a long time. Stunning views from the highlighted spot (and more).

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5.45 km

Fore Wood Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Fore Wood Nature Reserve provides a tranquil shelter for both wildlife and visitors. Centuries of human management have created a diverse mix of traditional coppiced areas and grand high forest.

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10.4 km

Bound Division Sculpture (1066 Country Walk)

Highlight • Monument

This is a sculpture called Bound Division and part of he 1066 sculpture trail. The artwork represents King William, King Harold and the crown they were fighting over. Looming out …

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10.9 km

Battle Abbey and Battlefield

Highlight • Castle

Battle Abbey was founded by William the Conqueror in 1070 in memory of the battle fought at Senlac Hill in 1066. The site is managed by English Heritage. A footpath …

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11.2 km

St Mary the Virgin Church, Battle

Highlight • Historical Site

Founded in the 12th century, this historic church was built to serve the increasing community that grew around William the Conqueror's Benedictine abbey. Inside, find a wall painting of St …

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11.4 km

View of Lake Field

Highlight • Natural Monument

Owned by the National Trust, there is a lovely view of Lake Field. It was acquired by the National Trust in order to preserve the rural view.

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13.5 km

Battle Great Wood

Highlight • Historical Site

A conifer-based woodland just outside the famous town of Battle, where the Battle of Hastings took place, Battle Great Wood is a wonderful place to explore. Will well-maintained trails and …

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21.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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