How is the Ashdown Forest funded?

Two independent charities raise funds to help the Conservators' work – The Ashdown Forest Foundation and the Friends of Ashdown Forest. The Ashdown Forest Foundation (TAFF) is an independent charity and is not involved in the day-to-day management of the Forest.



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In 1693, more than half the forest was taken into private hands, with the remainder set aside as common land. The latter today covers 9.5 square miles (25 km2; 6,100 acres; 2,500 ha) and is the largest area with open public access in South East England.

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Some of Ashdown's woodland is older than the house itself, and it's open to everyone, whether you're a National Trust member or not. There's a tree trail to follow as you take in the tranquil surroundings and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife.

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Ashdown Forest is the legendary Hundred Acre Wood and draws visitors from across the world, inspired to follow in Pooh's footsteps.

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There are public toilets and a wheelchair-accessible toilet (no hoist) at the Forest Centre.

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Ashdown Forest has introduced paid parking on all our car parks. For some years we have experienced increasing numbers of visitors and decreasing levels of funding.

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