Longstanding tradition claims that Bateman's was built by a Wealden ironmaster. It is difficult now to appreciate that Burwash was ever anything other than a village, but the Normans saw the growth of small scale iron production that lasted 4 centuries.
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50.99, 0.38 · rel 19946156
50.99, 0.38 · rel 19946156
Ironmaster's Walk, Batemans
A 3,4 km loop walk in East Sussex.
Loop walk
start = finish · East Sussex
3,4km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
loop
Shape
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01 · Character of the route
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Remote
Uncrowded
Dog friendly
Family friendly
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02 · The story
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03 · Landmarks
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Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Ironmaster's Walk, Batemans is 3.4 km long.
At an average walking pace, Ironmaster's Walk, Batemans takes approximately 51 min to complete.
Yes, Ironmaster's Walk, Batemans is a round walk that starts and finishes at the same point — no return transport needed.
Ironmaster's Walk, Batemans starts at Car Park, Bateman's Lane, Burwash, East Sussex TN19 7DS;TQ671238.
Ironmaster's Walk, Batemans is an easy hike, suitable for walkers of all fitness levels.
Ironmaster's Walk, Batemans is maintained and managed by National Trust.