Smallbrook Copse

Wood, Forest in Surrey Waverley

England

Smallbrook Copse

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 Credit: Colin Smith

Smallbrook Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and a popular spot for outdoor activities. The copse is situated near the village of Smallbrook, which is known for its tranquil setting and rich biodiversity.

The woodland is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which provide a stunning display of colors during the autumn months. The dense canopy overhead creates a shaded and cool environment, perfect for leisurely walks and picnics on hot summer days.

Smallbrook Copse is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with a myriad of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses carpeting the forest floor. Bird enthusiasts will be delighted to spot various species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, while small mammals like squirrels and rabbits can be seen darting between the trees.

The copse is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting beauty. There are also designated areas for cycling and horse riding, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.

In addition to its natural beauty, Smallbrook Copse offers educational opportunities for visitors. Interpretive signs along the trails provide information about the local flora and fauna, and guided nature walks and workshops are occasionally organized by local conservation groups.

Overall, Smallbrook Copse is a delightful woodland that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and recreational activities, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers in Surrey.

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Smallbrook Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.147822/-0.72288687 or Grid Reference SU8939. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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
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.
Thursley - Byway Ancient and deeply incised trackway with exposed flat rocks in woodland close to Ridgeway Farm.
Thursley - Byway
Ancient and deeply incised trackway with exposed flat rocks in woodland close to Ridgeway Farm.
Thursley - Incised Valley In deciduous woodland south of Vanhurst Copse.
Note the large white splodge of white fungus in the foreground - ca 2 feet from end to end.
Thursley - Incised Valley
In deciduous woodland south of Vanhurst Copse. Note the large white splodge of white fungus in the foreground - ca 2 feet from end to end.
Thursley - Footbridge In deciduous woodland south of Vanhurst Copse. The bridge parallels an old ford.
Thursley - Footbridge
In deciduous woodland south of Vanhurst Copse. The bridge parallels an old ford.
Thursley - Reflections Bright, vivid reflections on a sunny patch of stream below a footbridge in deciduous woodland.
Thursley - Reflections
Bright, vivid reflections on a sunny patch of stream below a footbridge in deciduous woodland.
Thursley - Footbridge In deciduous woodland south of Vanhurst Copse. The bridge parallels an old ford where the byway crosses the stream.
Thursley - Footbridge
In deciduous woodland south of Vanhurst Copse. The bridge parallels an old ford where the byway crosses the stream.
Thursley - Dairy Cattle Grazing cows by Hedge Farm - a change from surrounding fields which mainly have horses.
Thursley - Dairy Cattle
Grazing cows by Hedge Farm - a change from surrounding fields which mainly have horses.
Thursley - Toadstool Largish fungus in the undergrowth beside a footpath.
Thursley - Toadstool
Largish fungus in the undergrowth beside a footpath.
Thursley - Toadstool Largish fungus in the undergrowth beside a footpath.
Thursley - Toadstool
Largish fungus in the undergrowth beside a footpath.
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Smallbrook Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU8939 (Lat: 51.147822, Lng: -0.72288687)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

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Located within 500m of 51.147822,-0.72288687
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.1495372/-0.7201791
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Plate: CP7D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: GU8 115D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Survey Point: 2022-09-10
Lat/Long: 51.1453071/-0.7275745
Defibrillator
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Emergency: defibrillator
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