Houndown Firs

Wood, Forest in Surrey Waverley

England

Houndown Firs

The Three Horseshoes
The Three Horseshoes Credit: Alex McGregor

Houndown Firs is a picturesque woodland located in Surrey, England. Spread across a vast area, it is known for its dense forest and towering fir trees that create a serene and tranquil environment. The woodland is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural surroundings.

The firs in Houndown Firs are predominantly of the native Douglas Fir species, known for their impressive height and straight trunks. These majestic trees form a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is covered with a thick layer of fallen leaves and moss, creating a soft and cushioned pathway for visitors to explore.

The woodland is home to various wildlife species, including birds, squirrels, and deer. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of feathered creatures such as woodpeckers, owls, and sparrows. The tranquility of the forest also attracts photographers and artists, who find inspiration in the natural beauty that surrounds them.

Houndown Firs offers a network of well-maintained trails and pathways, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. There are designated picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the forest, providing the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a packed lunch amidst the peaceful ambiance.

Overall, Houndown Firs in Surrey is a remarkable woodland that offers a true escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its towering firs, diverse wildlife, and serene atmosphere make it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking solace in the beauty of the natural world.

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Houndown Firs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.155708/-0.72204001 or Grid Reference SU8940. 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.
Old petrol pumps, Thursley On the old A3, before it was upgraded to dual carriageway. No longer used but still surviving, and repainted since 2012.
Old petrol pumps, Thursley
On the old A3, before it was upgraded to dual carriageway. No longer used but still surviving, and repainted since 2012.
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
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
Thursley - Paddocks Horsieculture is common in the grassy fields south of Thursley.
Thursley - Paddocks
Horsieculture is common in the grassy fields south of Thursley.
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.
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Houndown Firs is located at Grid Ref: SU8940 (Lat: 51.155708, Lng: -0.72204001)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.155708,-0.72204001
Power: tower
Source: sas
Lat/Long: 51.1585869/-0.7270948
Truxford
Place: hamlet
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 51.1578764/-0.7183035
October Farm
Landuse: stables
Place: farm
Website: http://www.octoberfarm.co.uk
Lat/Long: 51.1593746/-0.7200308
Marker: yes
Utility: oil
Lat/Long: 51.1583289/-0.7193681
Marker: yes
Utility: oil
Lat/Long: 51.1583735/-0.7194561
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