Crawley Clump

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Winchester

England

Crawley Clump

Footbridge- southbound A34
Footbridge- southbound A34 Credit: Dave Thompson

Crawley Clump is a picturesque woodland area located in Hampshire, England. Situated near the village of Crawley, this forested area covers approximately 50 acres of land. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst the natural surroundings.

The woodland in Crawley Clump is predominantly composed of a mix of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife species. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of leaf litter, adding to the overall natural beauty of the area.

The paths through Crawley Clump offer visitors the opportunity to explore the forest at their leisure. These well-maintained trails wind through the trees, allowing hikers and walkers to enjoy the peaceful ambiance and observe the diverse flora and fauna. The woodland also features a small stream, which adds to the serenity of the surroundings.

Crawley Clump is home to a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species. The forest provides a vital habitat for these animals, offering them food, shelter, and protection.

Throughout the year, Crawley Clump attracts visitors who come to witness the changing seasons. In the spring, the woodland is alive with the vibrant colors of bluebells and wildflowers. In the autumn, the trees transform into a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges, and yellows, creating a breathtaking spectacle.

Overall, Crawley Clump is a cherished natural gem in Hampshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of a traditional English woodland.

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Crawley Clump Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.124016/-1.3683207 or Grid Reference SU4436. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footbridge- southbound A34
Footbridge- southbound A34
Houses on the edge of South Wonston
Houses on the edge of South Wonston
Farm track near New Barn A private track south of the by-way.
Farm track near New Barn
A private track south of the by-way.
Track southeast from New Barn
Track southeast from New Barn
Bend in by-way at New Barn
Bend in by-way at New Barn
Junction of tracks, New Barn
Junction of tracks, New Barn
Lane towards Crawley, New Barn A variety of former agricultural buildings at New Barn have been converted to residential use.
Lane towards Crawley, New Barn
A variety of former agricultural buildings at New Barn have been converted to residential use.
Field adjacent to the A272
Field adjacent to the A272
Pillbox by the path One of a line of hexagonal concrete pillboxes along the by-way west of South Wonston.
Pillbox by the path
One of a line of hexagonal concrete pillboxes along the by-way west of South Wonston.
A34 passing South Wonston The traffic looks surprisingly light for an August Bank Holiday Monday, although queues were building up nearer to Winchester.
A34 passing South Wonston
The traffic looks surprisingly light for an August Bank Holiday Monday, although queues were building up nearer to Winchester.
A34 northbound
A34 northbound
The A34 looking southbound
The A34 looking southbound
A field by the A34
A field by the A34
The A34 looking northbound
The A34 looking northbound
WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel)   (54) -
Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0012732

A concrete hybrid of types 22 and 24, one of a line of three similar pillboxes to the northwest of the former airfield.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5182056">SU4535 : WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel)   (55)</a>
WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel) (54)
- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0012732 A concrete hybrid of types 22 and 24, one of a line of three similar pillboxes to the northwest of the former airfield. SU4535 : WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel) (55)
WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel)   (55) -
Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0012732

Interior view showing surviving shelf supports below the embrasures.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5193718">SU4636 : WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel)   (56)</a>
WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel) (55)
- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0012732 Interior view showing surviving shelf supports below the embrasures. SU4636 : WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel) (56)
WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel)   (46) -
Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0012729

This is the most westerly of all the pillboxes, and it lies on the edge of woodland on the other side of the A272 from its companion further east in Worthy Grove. It has an all encompassing view over the open ground that is Worthy Down to the west.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5190158">SU4534 : WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel)   (47)</a>
WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel) (46)
- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0012729 This is the most westerly of all the pillboxes, and it lies on the edge of woodland on the other side of the A272 from its companion further east in Worthy Grove. It has an all encompassing view over the open ground that is Worthy Down to the west. SU4534 : WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel) (47)
WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel)   (47) -
Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0012729

Frames for Turnbull LMG mountings are visible in the embrasures. There is supposedly a date of '17/5/42' inscribed inside, but I was unable to find it. The date suggests a time when it was occupied rather than a date of construction.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5190170">SU4534 : WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel)   (48)</a>
WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel) (47)
- Pillbox (type FW3/22): DoB ID: S0012729 Frames for Turnbull LMG mountings are visible in the embrasures. There is supposedly a date of '17/5/42' inscribed inside, but I was unable to find it. The date suggests a time when it was occupied rather than a date of construction. SU4534 : WWII Hampshire - a tour of the defences of RNAS Worthy Down (HMS Kestrel) (48)
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Crawley Clump is located at Grid Ref: SU4436 (Lat: 51.124016, Lng: -1.3683207)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Winchester

Police Authority: Hampshire

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