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Balsdean |
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Back in the heat of the Summer I explored the paths between Kingston ridge and Rottingdean . A wonderful area, mostly agricultural and I was amazed that the farmers manage to plough and grow crops in such a flint filled area!
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Flint on the South Downs |
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The paths twist and wind along the valley of Balsdean. It was once a small hamlet consisting of farms, manor house and chapel but in 1939 it was taken over by the MOD and the buildings were destroyed by being used for firing practice . It has an interesting history and you can find out more here
https://southdownhill.wordpress.com/2016/06/27/balsdean-newmarket-farm-photos/
What struck me the most was as you enter the area you are overwhelmed by the sudden silence ! Just as if someone suddenly turned off the volume .
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Balsdean |
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There's a few bits and pieces remaining of the lost village but on this day it was just me , beautiful scenery and the odd curious crow.....perfect!
"The silence and the crow"
( acrylic on canvas )
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"The silence and the crow" Acrylic painting on canvas |