Nymans Garden and Ruins – The Slaugham Yew loop from Slaugham

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Nymans Garden and Ruins – The Slaugham Yew loop from Slaugham

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Nymans Garden and Ruins – The Slaugham Yew loop from Slaugham

02:00

7.31km

110m

Hiking

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

Last updated: August 8, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 127 m for 254 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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254 m

Nymans Garden and Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Tucked in the village of Handcross, this exquisite garden is well worth visiting. Lovingly maintained by the National Trust, the garden has a long history, with its heyday in the …

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1.59 km

Stone Cascade in High Weald National Landscape

Highlight • Natural Monument

1.81 km

Footbridge and Lake Overflow at Nymans Woodland

Highlight • Lake

The lake at Nymans garden spills over at its southern end, cascading underneath a footbridge. From here, you find yourself at the same level as the lake's surface, giving it an infinity pool-like effect.

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2.16 km

Tanyard Wood

Forest

3.28 km

The Victory Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

Place to sit, have a pint and eat some really good food. Get the chicken burger.

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5.34 km

St Mary's Church and Yew Tree Graveyard

Highlight • Historical Site

St Mary's is a Grade II-listed church with a pretty graveyard. Ancient yew trees provide enormous canopies over the tombs and create a blissful sense of peace. It's a lovely spot to visit on a hike in the area.

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5.38 km

The Slaugham Yew

Highlight • Historical Site

An ancient yew tree, estimated to be about 1000 years old, stands over the graveyard at the rear of St. Mary's Church. This is an amazing tree with an incredible …

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