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Little Sparrow Copse

Wood, Forest in Surrey Waverley

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Little Sparrow Copse

Cranleigh Bowling Club: late August 2021 That great bowls exponent Francis Drake is joined this month on the great green in the sky by: August 15th, my first footballing hero, Gerd Muller; August 20th, Peter Corby, inventor of the legendary Trouser Press; 21st, Don Everly, one half of the famous brothers; 24th, Charlie Watts, the most sensible Rolling Stone; and on the 29th Reggae’s Lee "Scratch" Perry
Cranleigh Bowling Club: late August 2021 Credit: Basher Eyre

Little Sparrow Copse is a charming woodland located in the county of Surrey, England. Spanning an area of approximately 50 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The copse is characterized by its dense canopy of towering oak, beech, and chestnut trees, which provide a picturesque and tranquil setting for visitors.

As one explores the copse, they will be greeted by a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich assortment of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, creating a vibrant display of color during the spring months. The copse is also home to various species of birds, such as sparrows, robins, and chaffinches, which can be heard singing melodiously throughout the day.

Several walking trails wind their way through the copse, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the peaceful ambiance. These paths lead to secluded clearings and hidden ponds, providing scenic spots for picnics or simply a moment of reflection. Nature enthusiasts can also spot a variety of woodland creatures, including squirrels, foxes, and even the occasional deer.

Little Sparrow Copse is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike, offering a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the beauty of the woodlands, this idyllic spot in Surrey provides a serene and enchanting experience for all who visit.

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Cranleigh Bowling Club: late August 2021 That great bowls exponent Francis Drake is joined this month on the great green in the sky by: August 15th, my first footballing hero, Gerd Muller; August 20th, Peter Corby, inventor of the legendary Trouser Press; 21st, Don Everly, one half of the famous brothers; 24th, Charlie Watts, the most sensible Rolling Stone; and on the 29th Reggae’s Lee "Scratch" Perry
Cranleigh Bowling Club: late August 2021
That great bowls exponent Francis Drake is joined this month on the great green in the sky by: August 15th, my first footballing hero, Gerd Muller; August 20th, Peter Corby, inventor of the legendary Trouser Press; 21st, Don Everly, one half of the famous brothers; 24th, Charlie Watts, the most sensible Rolling Stone; and on the 29th Reggae’s Lee "Scratch" Perry
Cranleigh Sports & Social Club: late August 2021 The news here in Cranleigh is that sport is back. Elsewhere: August 4th 2020 Belarusian sprinter Krystsina Tsimanouskaya is given political asylum in Poland after claims her Olympic Committee wanted to repatriate her against her will; August 9th, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change releases the first part of its Sixth Assessment Report, which concludes that the effects of human-caused climate change are now "widespread, rapid, and intensifying"; 14th, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake strikes Haiti, killing more than 2,100 people; 15th to 30th, 2021 the Taliban capture Kabul and the Afghan government surrenders; 30 the USA withdraws its last remaining troops ending 20 years of operations in Afghanistan; August 31st, Dame Sarah Storey equals the all time Paralympic medal haul!
Cranleigh Sports & Social Club: late August 2021
The news here in Cranleigh is that sport is back. Elsewhere: August 4th 2020 Belarusian sprinter Krystsina Tsimanouskaya is given political asylum in Poland after claims her Olympic Committee wanted to repatriate her against her will; August 9th, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change releases the first part of its Sixth Assessment Report, which concludes that the effects of human-caused climate change are now "widespread, rapid, and intensifying"; 14th, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake strikes Haiti, killing more than 2,100 people; 15th to 30th, 2021 the Taliban capture Kabul and the Afghan government surrenders; 30 the USA withdraws its last remaining troops ending 20 years of operations in Afghanistan; August 31st, Dame Sarah Storey equals the all time Paralympic medal haul!
Another dull August day in 2021 Elsewhere, there were record temperatures but here in the UK it was pretty mild. That night Meridian Weather announced the monthly average temperature was 20.6, rainfall 51.6mm, cloud cover 67% and hours of sunshine 136.7. The Met Office summaries for August 2021 and Summer 2021 can be found here <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/binaries/content/assets/metofficegovuk/pdf/weather/learn-about/uk-past-events/summaries/uk_monthly_climate_summary_202108.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/binaries/content/assets/metofficegovuk/pdf/weather/learn-about/uk-past-events/summaries/uk_monthly_climate_summary_202108.pdf">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> and here <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/binaries/content/assets/metofficegovuk/pdf/weather/learn-about/uk-past-events/summaries/uk_monthly_climate_summary_summer_2021.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/binaries/content/assets/metofficegovuk/pdf/weather/learn-about/uk-past-events/summaries/uk_monthly_climate_summary_summer_2021.pdf">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>
Another dull August day in 2021
Elsewhere, there were record temperatures but here in the UK it was pretty mild. That night Meridian Weather announced the monthly average temperature was 20.6, rainfall 51.6mm, cloud cover 67% and hours of sunshine 136.7. The Met Office summaries for August 2021 and Summer 2021 can be found here LinkExternal link and here LinkExternal link
Downs Link near Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link near Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Path to Dapples Lane, Cranleigh A path leading into a new housing development in Cranleigh, in Surrey. The wooden bridge to the left takes another path across a stream.
Path to Dapples Lane, Cranleigh
A path leading into a new housing development in Cranleigh, in Surrey. The wooden bridge to the left takes another path across a stream.
Bridge over a stream, Cranleigh The bridge was built to carry a railway line across a stream on the outskirts of Cranleigh. The railway closed in 1965 and was dismantled, but the Downs Link path now follows the railway alignment, crossing the bridge. Downs Link also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Bridge over a stream, Cranleigh
The bridge was built to carry a railway line across a stream on the outskirts of Cranleigh. The railway closed in 1965 and was dismantled, but the Downs Link path now follows the railway alignment, crossing the bridge. Downs Link also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Footpath to Dapples Lane, Cranleigh A path leading into a new housing development on the outskirts of Cranleigh, in Surrey.
Footpath to Dapples Lane, Cranleigh
A path leading into a new housing development on the outskirts of Cranleigh, in Surrey.
Recreation ground in Cranleigh A bench seat looking out across a recreation ground in Cranleigh, in Surrey.
Recreation ground in Cranleigh
A bench seat looking out across a recreation ground in Cranleigh, in Surrey.
Downs Link, Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. In this view, the path is passing through the town of Cranleigh. The building to the right is a sports pavilion.
Downs Link, Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. In this view, the path is passing through the town of Cranleigh. The building to the right is a sports pavilion.
Downs Link, Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here in Cranleigh a very short section of the route is also an access road to a car park.
Downs Link, Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here in Cranleigh a very short section of the route is also an access road to a car park.
Downs Link, Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link, Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.
Downs Link, Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here in Cranleigh, a supermarket and car park occupy the site of the town's railway station. The path skirts the site then rejoins the former railway alignment.
Downs Link, Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here in Cranleigh, a supermarket and car park occupy the site of the town's railway station. The path skirts the site then rejoins the former railway alignment.
Supermarket car park, Cranleigh A supermarket car park now occupies the site of Cranleigh station's goods yard. The station and the railway line which passed through it closed in 1965.
Supermarket car park, Cranleigh
A supermarket car park now occupies the site of Cranleigh station's goods yard. The station and the railway line which passed through it closed in 1965.
The Common, Cranleigh Houses along a lane on Cranleigh Common.
The Common, Cranleigh
Houses along a lane on Cranleigh Common.
Downs Link, near Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here, a bridge carries a 'B' road over the former railway line.
Downs Link, near Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here, a bridge carries a 'B' road over the former railway line.
Bungalows at the top of Church Lane
Bungalows at the top of Church Lane
Alfold Road south of Cranleigh
Alfold Road south of Cranleigh
Farm entrance on Alfold Road
Farm entrance on Alfold Road
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Little Sparrow Copse is located at Grid Ref: TQ0438 (Lat: 51.133614, Lng: -0.50371369)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

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