Gunter's Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Waverley

England

Gunter's Wood

Church of St Peter Credit: Alex McGregor

Gunter's Wood is a serene and picturesque woodland located in Surrey, England. Spanning over a vast area, this woodland is a part of the larger Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Gunter's Wood is situated near the village of Shere, nestled in the southeastern region of the county.

This woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and chestnut trees. The woodland floor is adorned with an array of vibrant wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the area. Gunter's Wood is also home to several species of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, foxes, and a variety of bird species.

The wood offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. Numerous walking trails wind their way through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its hidden gems and discover its natural wonders. The well-maintained paths provide access to breathtaking viewpoints, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Gunter's Wood is a haven for outdoor activities, such as birdwatching, photography, and picnicking. It is also a designated site for educational purposes, with regular nature walks and guided tours organized to educate visitors about the diverse flora and fauna found within the wood.

With its unspoiled beauty and abundant wildlife, Gunter's Wood is a cherished natural gem in Surrey, attracting locals and tourists alike who seek solace in its tranquil and enchanting atmosphere.

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Gunter's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.136944/-0.61338276 or Grid Reference SU9738. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Church of St Peter

Alex McGregor

Horses south of Little Burgate Farm

Ian Cunliffe

Fields south of Fourteen Acre Copse

Ian Cunliffe

Gate on path east of Court Farm - view to the east

There's a very clear, neat path through the cultivated fields on either side of this gate.

Ian Cunliffe

Shallon - Gaultheria shallon - near Hydon's Ball

I've never seen this plant before. I think I've got the identification right, but I'm happy to be corrected. Shallon is a naturalised native of western North America. A member of the heather family, it grows on acid soils and is regarded as somewhat invasive. It certainly seemed to be dominant here, growing in profusion on either side of the path.

Ian Cunliffe

Toll House, Chiddingfold

What looks to be an ex-toll house. The brick fabric looks late for a toll house so may well have served the Petworth Turnpike Trust in its dying years. It would have replaced a Toll House SSE on the North side of the ford/bridge at Northbridge. Milestone Society National ID: SY.CHI

Lionel Joseph

Phillips of Wormley

David Howard

Hydon's Ball

Viewpoint on top of a sandy Surrey hill near Godalming.

Colin Smith

Hambledon - National Trust cottages

The National Trust were left a number (13 I believe) of cottages in and around the village of Hambledon by local generous benefactors. Most of these cottages are now let out by the Trust on long-term leases and cannot be visited by the public - such as the one on the right in this image. However, one cottage "Oakhurst Cottage" can be viewed by prior arrangement (see Link

) - and this can be seen on the left here - and here SU9637 : Oakhurst Cottage, Hambledon

Rob Farrow

Oakhurst Cottage, Hambledon

Oakhurst Cottage is, according to our helpful guide, the second smallest National Trust property open to the public. The guided tour certainly doesn't take that long as there are just three rooms downstairs and two up. It is a charming little cottage, thought to date from the C17th, and was lived in with virtually no mod cons until the early 1980s. See the cottage in its setting here SU9637 : Hambledon - National Trust cottages EH Grade II listing: Link

NT visitor info here: Link

Rob Farrow

Oakhurst Cottage - Kitchen / Scullery

Tiny Oakhurst Cottage (National Trust Link

) only has three downstairs room (and only two upstairs). There is the living room, a larder and the room seen here which is the kitchen-cum-scullery. The small metal black door seen swung open behind the outside door on the left is to the large bread oven built into the corner wall of the kitchen and extending out as a projection into the back garden. The (cracked) white structure around a grate to the bread oven's right is the old "copper" where water was boiled in large quantities for e.g. washing clothes. See the cottage (external views) SU9637 : Hambledon - National Trust cottages & SU9637 : Oakhurst Cottage, Hambledon EH Grade II listing: Link

NT visitor info here: Link

Rob Farrow