Cocking walk on 5th July 2023

We gathered outside The Bluebell before setting off across the road and down the path towards Mill Hanger. On the way we were keen to have a look at the fabulous statues hidden behind a hedge. However, the hedge proved a major obstacle and we were fortunate a fellow walker had been taking photos on a recent open day. Can't be sure the open day  will be repeated but here's a link -  Cocking Garden -  which is interesting. After some field work we descended into the magical Hoe Copse and walked up to Mill Lane in Heyshott. Walking north we passed Walkers Farm and then turned towards Heyshott Down, full of tumuli and managed by the Trust that the Cocking sculptor supports. Descending into Heyshott we travelled  through fields full of wild flowers and then found a pleasant spot in the Churchyard for our drinks break. After using the provided seating, and duly refreshed, we embarked on our return journey, mostly through fields full of grain crops, wheat, barley and oats to eventually return to the start of our adventure. Food was provided by The Bluebell and was thoroughly enjoyed. Many thanks for the walk, Jay and Lindsay, about 5 miles in beautiful weather.

Preparing for the off

So what's behind the hedge - and what is that boot going to do......?

Aha, that's what's hidden away.

and a bridge!

Is this our walk leader, studying the map?

Well, I have my sun-hat, but where is my rucksack?

Climbing up into the field

Daisies and barley

Beautiful Sussex!

Bee feeding on an orchid?

Common spotted orchid?

Wild flowers in abundance  agrimoney and mullein.

Drinks party in the churchyard

Despite recent rain, the earth was still very cracked up.

Looks like a field study group

There's no missing the path across that field!

Back to Cocking village

and a great lunch

Nice words from Virginia - was she on our walk?

About 5 miles

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