Vanhurst Copse

Wood, Forest in Surrey Waverley

England

Vanhurst Copse

The Three Horseshoes
The Three Horseshoes Credit: Alex McGregor

Vanhurst Copse is a picturesque woodland area located in Surrey, England. Covering an approximate area of 50 acres, this enchanting copse is renowned for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. Situated in the heart of Surrey, Vanhurst Copse offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The copse is characterized by a dense canopy of towering trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a lush green environment, providing a habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells during the springtime, adding to the copse's charm.

Wandering through Vanhurst Copse, visitors can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing them to explore the area at their own pace. These paths meander through the copse, taking visitors on a journey through its different sections and revealing hidden gems along the way. There are also designated picnic areas, providing an ideal spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted to know that Vanhurst Copse is home to a variety of animals, including deer, foxes, and numerous bird species. The copse's diverse ecosystem provides a rich feeding ground and shelter for these creatures.

Vanhurst Copse is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers. The copse's natural beauty, combined with its accessibility, makes it a favorite spot for both locals and tourists alike. Whether one is seeking solitude or a family outing, Vanhurst Copse offers an idyllic setting for all to enjoy.

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Vanhurst Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.135924/-0.72938982 or Grid Reference SU8838. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Three Horseshoes
The Three Horseshoes
St Michael & All Angels Church Grade I listed building - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1260876" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1260876">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Michael & All Angels Church
Grade I listed building - LinkExternal link
Farmland, Thursley The crop has been harvested.
Farmland, Thursley
The crop has been harvested.
Thursley - The Street Old red brick cottages line the village's former main street, now a quiet lane.
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Thursley - The Street
Old red brick cottages line the village's former main street, now a quiet lane. LinkExternal link
Thursley - St Michael's Church Parts of St Michael and All Angels date back to Saxon times but much of the fabric is now Victorian.
Note the cross carries a black drape - mourning for Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022).
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Thursley - St Michael's Church
Parts of St Michael and All Angels date back to Saxon times but much of the fabric is now Victorian. Note the cross carries a black drape - mourning for Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022). LinkExternal link
Thursley - Font Original font of Bargate stone inside St Michael and All Angels Church which has Saxon roots.
Thursley - Font
Original font of Bargate stone inside St Michael and All Angels Church which has Saxon roots.
Thursley - Royal Arms Board with royal coat of arms dated 1783, realm of King George III, within the historic parish church.
Thursley - Royal Arms
Board with royal coat of arms dated 1783, realm of King George III, within the historic parish church.
Thursley - Sunset Cottage Timber-framed 16th century cottage with a distinctively large sloping roof on The Street.
Thursley - Sunset Cottage
Timber-framed 16th century cottage with a distinctively large sloping roof on The Street.
Daffodils in Thursley Churchyard
Daffodils in Thursley Churchyard
Valley at Highcomb Looking across the valley, north of the Devil's Punch Bowl.
Valley at Highcomb
Looking across the valley, north of the Devil's Punch Bowl.
Pitlands Farm Grade II listed building - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1240826" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1240826">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Pitlands Farm
Grade II listed building - LinkExternal link
Upper Highfield Farm House Grade II listed building - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1240875" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1240875">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Upper Highfield Farm House
Grade II listed building - LinkExternal link
Old A3, Devil's Punch Bowl Part of the route of the former A3 above the Devil's Punch Bowl, restored to nature following the opening of the Hindhead Tunnel in 2011.
Old A3, Devil's Punch Bowl
Part of the route of the former A3 above the Devil's Punch Bowl, restored to nature following the opening of the Hindhead Tunnel in 2011.
Old A3, Devil's Punch Bowl Part of the route of the former A3 above the Devil's Punch Bowl, restored to nature following the opening of the Hindhead Tunnel in 2011.
Old A3, Devil's Punch Bowl
Part of the route of the former A3 above the Devil's Punch Bowl, restored to nature following the opening of the Hindhead Tunnel in 2011.
Thursley - Paddocks Horsieculture is common in the grassy fields south of Thursley.
Thursley - Paddocks
Horsieculture is common in the grassy fields south of Thursley.
Devil's Punch Bowl - Toadstool Red, waxy-looking toadstool, ca 3 inches high, in the grass beside a footpath.
Devil's Punch Bowl - Toadstool
Red, waxy-looking toadstool, ca 3 inches high, in the grass beside a footpath.
Thursley - Fungus Large bracket fungus ca 1 foot from end to end in woodland close to Ridgeway Farm.
Thursley - Fungus
Large bracket fungus ca 1 foot from end to end in woodland close to Ridgeway Farm.
Thursley - Fungus Large bracket fungus ca 1 foot from end to end in woodland close to Ridgeway Farm.
Thursley - Fungus
Large bracket fungus ca 1 foot from end to end in woodland close to Ridgeway Farm.
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Vanhurst Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU8838 (Lat: 51.135924, Lng: -0.72938982)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

What 3 Words

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Located within 500m of 51.135924,-0.72938982
Upper Ridgeway Farm
Landuse: farm
Note Retag: CS #48756035
Residence: farm
Source: photo
Lat/Long: 51.1389438/-0.7317663
Ridgeway Farm
Landuse: farm
Note Retag: CS #48756035
Residence: farm
Source: photo
Lat/Long: 51.1396565/-0.7273187
Power: tower
Source: sas
Lat/Long: 51.1383578/-0.733286
Power: tower
Source: sas
Lat/Long: 51.1370414/-0.7332324
Power: tower
Source: sas
Lat/Long: 51.133338/-0.7333353
Power: tower
Source: sas
Lat/Long: 51.1396078/-0.7332332
Power: tower
Source: sas
Lat/Long: 51.1324525/-0.7334179
Power: tower
Source: sas
Lat/Long: 51.1359097/-0.7332121
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