 A hidden hamlet nestled in the downs, which tells the story of downland farming from Domesday to the present day Don't miss
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Making the most of your day The Hiker's Rest is a new tea-room (not NT) serving light refreshments, including organic teas and homemade cakes. |
Saddlescombe Whole Farm
Saddlescombe has escaped the changes of modern farming, retaining many of its original buildings from the past four centuries. It has an intriguing history: documented in Domesday; home to the Knights Templar and lovingly portrayed in the book, 'A South Downs Farm in the 1860s', by Maude Robinson.
Donkey Wheel | |
The famous Saddlescombe donkey wheel lies just off the South Downs Way National Trail. For centuries this wheel was turned by a donkey, or pony, to draw drinking water from the well to quench the farm labourer's thirst. | |
Ancient Downland
Newtimber Hill surrounds Saddlescombe Farm and is home to some of the best chalk grassland in the country. See wonderful displays of downland flowers and insects, including rarities like the silver spotted skipper, burnt orchid, red star thistle and juniper tree.
Newtimber Holt Ancient Woodland | |
The north face of Newtimber Hill is home to an ancient woodland that is thought to have stood the test of time for over ten thousand years. Here you can discover thousand year old lime trees, bluebells galore and beech trees with graffiti dating back to 1880! Ted's review- Great mix of historic artefacts which are complemented by the beautiful scenery. One of the closer locations to Brighton so is not an effort to travel if a resident of Brighton. Well worth a visit! Opening arrangements Saddlescombe Farm is only open on open days in April and September for groups. | |
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