Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Ashdown Forest

National GeographicJul 18

Follow Winnie-the-Pooh’s trail in the real Hundred Acre Wood

A century after the honey-loving bear first wandered out of the imagination of author AA Milne and into the hearts of readers, Winnie-the-Pooh remains one of the world's most beloved literary ...

Serves a Hunny Pot Afternoon Tea inspired by Pooh's favourite treat

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Gill's LapSightRing of towering pine trees, Christopher Robin's Enchanted Place
Heffalump TrapSightSolitary pine tree marks site where Pooh and Piglet set trap
Roo's Sandy PitSightOccupies the site of a former quarry
North PoleSightSite discovered by Christopher Robin during 'Expotition'
Eeyore's Gloomy PlaceSightTucked away in the valley beneath the path to Gill's Lap
Poohsticks BridgeSightInspiration for the much-loved game invented by Christopher Robin
The Big One HundredFestivalYear-long celebration marking Pooh's centenary with events
PoppetPlaceGiant inflatable puppet creature brought to life by puppeteers
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country ClubHotelServes a Hunny Pot Afternoon Tea inspired by Pooh's favourite treat
Bluebell Vineyard EstatesPlaceOffers tastings of award-winning English sparkling wines
Gravetye ManorHotelElizabethan manor house renowned for spectacular gardens
Elsewhere
Pooh CornerAttractionHartfield, United KingdomTearoom and 'Pooh-seum' in former village shop
The Bear InnRestaurantHartfield, United KingdomCosy setting with roaring fires, pub garden, village atmosphere
Cotchford FarmHotelHartfield, United KingdomGrade II-listed farmhouse, former Milne family home, holiday rental

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Follow Winnie-the-Pooh’s trail in the real Hundred Acre Wood