Cotchford Farm, Hartfield

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 ...

Grade II-listed farmhouse, former Milne family home, holiday rental

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Pooh CornerAttractionTearoom and 'Pooh-seum' in former village shop
The Bear InnRestaurantCosy setting with roaring fires, pub garden, village atmosphere
Cotchford FarmHotelGrade II-listed farmhouse, former Milne family home, holiday rental
Elsewhere
Gill's LapSightAshdown Forest, United KingdomRing of towering pine trees, Christopher Robin's Enchanted Place
Heffalump TrapSightAshdown Forest, United KingdomSolitary pine tree marks site where Pooh and Piglet set trap
Roo's Sandy PitSightAshdown Forest, United KingdomOccupies the site of a former quarry
North PoleSightAshdown Forest, United KingdomSite discovered by Christopher Robin during 'Expotition'
Eeyore's Gloomy PlaceSightAshdown Forest, United KingdomTucked away in the valley beneath the path to Gill's Lap
Poohsticks BridgeSightAshdown Forest, United KingdomInspiration for the much-loved game invented by Christopher Robin
The Big One HundredFestivalAshdown Forest, United KingdomYear-long celebration marking Pooh's centenary with events
PoppetPlaceAshdown Forest, United KingdomGiant inflatable puppet creature brought to life by puppeteers
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country ClubHotelAshdown Forest, United KingdomServes a Hunny Pot Afternoon Tea inspired by Pooh's favourite treat
Bluebell Vineyard EstatesPlaceAshdown Forest, United KingdomOffers tastings of award-winning English sparkling wines
Gravetye ManorHotelAshdown Forest, United KingdomElizabethan manor house renowned for spectacular gardens

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