The famous Poohsticks Bridge is located near the village of Upper
Hartfield. From Upper Hartfield, a path goes south through a
wooded area, then alongside meadows lined with split-rail fences.
You'll find the bridge in an area called Posingford Wood. If you
intend to play a game of Poohsticks at the bridge, you'd better
grab a stick along the way, because a stick along the way,
because the area around the bridge is usually plucked bare.
North of Cotchford Farm is the center of Hartfield. An excellent
place to stop is a tiny shop called Pooh Corner, also called
Christopher Robin's Sweet Shop. Visitors can find Pooh-related
gifts and books here, as well as purchase maps of the area and get
directions to some of the spots. Visitors can also purchase the
same types of candies that Christopher Robin would buy with his
nanny.
If you're making a trip to the area, check the Ashdown Forest
information center, one mile east of Wych Cross off the A22.
Also try to purchase a map of the area, usually available in hiking
shops and bookstores. If you're really searching for specific Pooh
areas, take along a copy of Christopher Milne's The Enchanted
Places, which is available in most bookstores in the area.
For more information, contact British Tourist Authority, 551 Fifth
Ave., Seventh Floor, New York, NY 10176.
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