Friezland Wood
Rusthall, West Kent
Friezland Wood is a small Woodland Trust wood near High Rocks on the west side of Tunbridge Wells, with a stream, spring flowers and unusual sandstone outcrops on its western edge. Near its south-west boundary are the remains of an Iron Age hill fort.
Highlights
- Ardingly Sandstone rock formations on the western side
- Remains of an Iron Age hill fort
- A woodland stream and spring flowers, including bluebells
Good to know
- Many of the ash trees have ash dieback, and some paths are closed; follow the safety notices on site
- Owned and managed by the Woodland Trust
Getting there
Friezland Wood, Ramslye, Royal Tunbridge WellsParking: No car park information is published. Coordinates are for the centre of the wood.
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