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High Canfold Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Waverley

England

High Canfold Wood

Ewhurst Windmill
Ewhurst Windmill Credit: Alex McGregor

High Canfold Wood is a picturesque forest located in Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The woodland is predominantly made up of a mix of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a rich and diverse habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna.

The forest is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, making it a popular spot for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. These trails offer visitors the opportunity to explore the woodland and enjoy its natural beauty. Along the paths, visitors may encounter a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and squirrels, as well as a plethora of bird species.

High Canfold Wood is also known for its vibrant display of bluebells during the spring months, carpeting the forest floor with a sea of purple. This stunning sight attracts many visitors who come to witness the annual spectacle and capture its beauty through photography.

Additionally, the woodland provides a valuable resource for the local community. It is a sustainable source of timber and firewood, which is harvested through responsible forestry practices.

Overall, High Canfold Wood offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a haven of natural beauty and serenity for visitors to enjoy.

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High Canfold Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.155232/-0.46273263 or Grid Reference TQ0740. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ewhurst Windmill
Ewhurst Windmill
Pitch Hill
Pitch Hill
Pitch Hill Seat near the summit of Pitch Hill.
Pitch Hill
Seat near the summit of Pitch Hill.
Pitch Hill Seat near the summit of Pitch Hill.
Pitch Hill
Seat near the summit of Pitch Hill.
Pitch Hill Trig point at the summit of Pitch Hill.
Pitch Hill
Trig point at the summit of Pitch Hill.
Pitch Hill Seat at the summit of Pitch Hill.
Pitch Hill
Seat at the summit of Pitch Hill.
Ewhurst Windmill Windmill built in 1845, replacing an earlier post mill on the site. It ceased to operate c.1885 and was converted to residential use c.1901. The current sails dated from 1937. Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1190554?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1190554?section=official-list-entry">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>.
Ewhurst Windmill
Windmill built in 1845, replacing an earlier post mill on the site. It ceased to operate c.1885 and was converted to residential use c.1901. The current sails dated from 1937. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Ewhurst Windmill Windmill built in 1845, replacing an earlier post mill on the site. It ceased to operate c.1885 and was converted to residential use c.1901. The current sails dated from 1937. Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1190554?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1190554?section=official-list-entry">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>.
Ewhurst Windmill
Windmill built in 1845, replacing an earlier post mill on the site. It ceased to operate c.1885 and was converted to residential use c.1901. The current sails dated from 1937. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Summerfold Lodge Lodge to Summerfold, an early 20th Century mansion built for a railway engineer named William Clarke, designed by Reginald Cuthbert Fry. Originally named The Warren, work started in 1913 but the building wasn't completed until after the end of the First World War. In 1924 it was bought by the Duke Of Sutherland and was renamed Summerfold. Its most famous resident was Edward, Prince of Wales, later Edward VIII, who leased it in 1927.
Summerfold Lodge
Lodge to Summerfold, an early 20th Century mansion built for a railway engineer named William Clarke, designed by Reginald Cuthbert Fry. Originally named The Warren, work started in 1913 but the building wasn't completed until after the end of the First World War. In 1924 it was bought by the Duke Of Sutherland and was renamed Summerfold. Its most famous resident was Edward, Prince of Wales, later Edward VIII, who leased it in 1927.
Reynards Hill A shaded path on Reynards Hill.
Reynards Hill
A shaded path on Reynards Hill.
Reynards Hill The view east from Reynards Hill.
Reynards Hill
The view east from Reynards Hill.
Reynards Hill The view southwest from Reynards Hill.
Reynards Hill
The view southwest from Reynards Hill.
Reynards Hill The summit clearing on Reynards Hill. The seat was installed in 2016. Created by the artist Russell Jakubowski, and entitled Contour, it is made from a lamination of recycled plastic and marine grade stainless steel - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.axisweb.org/p/russelljakubowski/workset/226591-contour-seat/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.axisweb.org/p/russelljakubowski/workset/226591-contour-seat/">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>. For a close up of the plaque on the seat see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7645999">TQ0742 : Plaque on "Contour", Reynards Hill</a>].
Reynards Hill
The summit clearing on Reynards Hill. The seat was installed in 2016. Created by the artist Russell Jakubowski, and entitled Contour, it is made from a lamination of recycled plastic and marine grade stainless steel - see LinkExternal link. For a close up of the plaque on the seat see TQ0742 : Plaque on "Contour", Reynards Hill].
Plaque on "Contour", Reynards Hill The plaque on the seat at the summit of Reynards Hill, installed in 2016 - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7645988">TQ0742 : Reynards Hill</a>. Created by the artist Russell Jakubowski, and entitled Contour, the seat is made from a lamination of recycled plastic and marine grade stainless steel. The plaque reads: "Reynards Hill The woods of the Weald wander beneath their many names, gates and fences as nothing to what cannot be owned up here, the earth raw from unspeakable needs to view our journey in this ancient moment's gaze. John Wedgwood Clarke This seat was designed and made from recycled plastic by the artist Russell Jakubowski. It has been created for you to enjoy this inspiring view." The logo is that of the Surrey Hills AONB.
Plaque on "Contour", Reynards Hill
The plaque on the seat at the summit of Reynards Hill, installed in 2016 - see TQ0742 : Reynards Hill. Created by the artist Russell Jakubowski, and entitled Contour, the seat is made from a lamination of recycled plastic and marine grade stainless steel. The plaque reads: "Reynards Hill The woods of the Weald wander beneath their many names, gates and fences as nothing to what cannot be owned up here, the earth raw from unspeakable needs to view our journey in this ancient moment's gaze. John Wedgwood Clarke This seat was designed and made from recycled plastic by the artist Russell Jakubowski. It has been created for you to enjoy this inspiring view." The logo is that of the Surrey Hills AONB.
2016: a year on Geograph (Day 171) A wonderful day begins at the Cranleigh Show <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cranleighshow.co.uk/cranleigh-show" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cranleighshow.co.uk/cranleigh-show">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>
2016: a year on Geograph (Day 171)
A wonderful day begins at the Cranleigh Show LinkExternal link
A wonderful day at the Cranleigh Show (3) No need to be sheepish!
A wonderful day at the Cranleigh Show (3)
No need to be sheepish!
A wonderful day at the Cranleigh Show (4) The annual Cranleigh show is held on this ground every year. The show is a traditional agricultural show and is run, owned and operated by the Cranleigh and South Eastern Agricultural Society. It took over from the Cranleigh and West Surrey Farming Club in 1981.. Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cranleighshow.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cranleighshow.org.uk/">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>
A wonderful day at the Cranleigh Show (4)
The annual Cranleigh show is held on this ground every year. The show is a traditional agricultural show and is run, owned and operated by the Cranleigh and South Eastern Agricultural Society. It took over from the Cranleigh and West Surrey Farming Club in 1981.. Website: LinkExternal link
A wonderful day at the Cranleigh Show (7) No trick photography, he's simply flying!
A wonderful day at the Cranleigh Show (7)
No trick photography, he's simply flying!
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High Canfold Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ0740 (Lat: 51.155232, Lng: -0.46273263)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

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