Upper Weston Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Guildford

England

Upper Weston Wood

Access to Hermitage Plantation
Access to Hermitage Plantation Credit: James Emmans

Upper Weston Wood is a picturesque woodland area located in the county of Surrey, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, it covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The wood is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead. These trees provide shelter and habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and insects. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood.

Traversing through Upper Weston Wood, visitors can explore a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails. These paths wind their way through the woodland, offering breathtaking vistas of the surrounding countryside. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the opportunity to spot rare and endangered species, such as the lesser-spotted woodpecker or the silver-washed fritillary butterfly.

The wood is also a popular destination for outdoor activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and photography. Its tranquil and serene environment provides an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Visitors can enjoy picnicking in designated areas or simply relax and unwind amidst the natural beauty of the woodland.

Upper Weston Wood is easily accessible by both public transportation and private vehicles. It is located just a short distance from the nearby village of Upper Weston, where visitors can find amenities such as parking, restrooms, and information boards. Overall, Upper Weston Wood is a haven for nature lovers and a treasured gem in the heart of Surrey.

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Upper Weston Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.23929/-0.43653868 or Grid Reference TQ0950. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Access to Hermitage Plantation
Access to Hermitage Plantation
Netley Heath - Old Reservoir Derelict round reservoir and discarded felled timber beside the North Downs Way at Gravelhill Gate.
Netley Heath - Old Reservoir
Derelict round reservoir and discarded felled timber beside the North Downs Way at Gravelhill Gate.
Fleece on a Fence On Hackhurst Down. The North Downs Way ldp crosses Beggars Lane, a steep green lane heading downhill to Gomshall.
Someone has lost a nice warm fleece.
Fleece on a Fence
On Hackhurst Down. The North Downs Way ldp crosses Beggars Lane, a steep green lane heading downhill to Gomshall. Someone has lost a nice warm fleece.
Beggars Lane, Gomshall A steep green lane heading up the North Downs escarpment.
Beggars Lane, Gomshall
A steep green lane heading up the North Downs escarpment.
Hermitage Bridge Bridge over Sheepwalk Lane, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below).  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1377858?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1377858?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>.
Hermitage Bridge
Bridge over Sheepwalk Lane, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below). Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Hermitage Bridge Bridge over Sheepwalk Lane, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below).  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1377858?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1377858?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>.
Hermitage Bridge
Bridge over Sheepwalk Lane, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below). Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Hermitage Bridge Looking across Hermitage Bridge, a bridge over Sheepwalk Lane, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below), with this being the route of one of the forestry tracks.  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1377858?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1377858?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>.  See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7646909">TQ1050 : Hermitage Bridge</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7646910">TQ1050 : Hermitage Bridge</a> for photos of the bridge from below.  The house in the background is The Hermitage, built by Lovelace at around the same time, possibly for a gamekeeper or forester.
Hermitage Bridge
Looking across Hermitage Bridge, a bridge over Sheepwalk Lane, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below), with this being the route of one of the forestry tracks. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link. See TQ1050 : Hermitage Bridge and TQ1050 : Hermitage Bridge for photos of the bridge from below. The house in the background is The Hermitage, built by Lovelace at around the same time, possibly for a gamekeeper or forester.
Embankment, Hermitage Bridge Embankment south of Hermitage Bridge, a bridge over Sheepwalk Lane, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below), with this being the route of one of the forestry tracks.
Embankment, Hermitage Bridge
Embankment south of Hermitage Bridge, a bridge over Sheepwalk Lane, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below), with this being the route of one of the forestry tracks.
Track Track off Crocknorth Road, leading to Sheepwalk Lane.
Track
Track off Crocknorth Road, leading to Sheepwalk Lane.
Crocknorth Farm Barns at Crocknorth Farm, off Crocknorth Lane.
Crocknorth Farm
Barns at Crocknorth Farm, off Crocknorth Lane.
Near Crocknorth Farm A field edge near Crocknorth Farm, off Crocknorth Lane.
Near Crocknorth Farm
A field edge near Crocknorth Farm, off Crocknorth Lane.
Near Crocknorth Farm Two Scots Pines by a field edge near Crocknorth Farm, off Crocknorth Lane.
Near Crocknorth Farm
Two Scots Pines by a field edge near Crocknorth Farm, off Crocknorth Lane.
Towards Crocknorth House Looking across a field to the partly hidden Crocknorth House.
Towards Crocknorth House
Looking across a field to the partly hidden Crocknorth House.
Meadow Plat Bridge Bridge over a bridleway near Meadow Plat, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below).  This is the narrowest of all the bridges, with a span of only 6'.  It is also the only one of the extant which is not grade II listed.
Meadow Plat Bridge
Bridge over a bridleway near Meadow Plat, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below). This is the narrowest of all the bridges, with a span of only 6'. It is also the only one of the extant which is not grade II listed.
Meadow Plat Bridge Bridge over a bridleway near Meadow Plat, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below).  This is the narrowest of all the bridges, with a span of only 6'.  It is also the only one of the extant which is not grade II listed.
Meadow Plat Bridge
Bridge over a bridleway near Meadow Plat, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below). This is the narrowest of all the bridges, with a span of only 6'. It is also the only one of the extant which is not grade II listed.
Meadow Plat Bridge Looking across Meadow Plat Bridge, a bridge over a bridleway near Meadow Plat, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below), with this being the route of one of the forestry tracks.  See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7647792">TQ1050 : Meadow Plat Bridge</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7647793">TQ1050 : Meadow Plat Bridge</a> for photos of the bridge from the bridleway underneath.
Meadow Plat Bridge
Looking across Meadow Plat Bridge, a bridge over a bridleway near Meadow Plat, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below), with this being the route of one of the forestry tracks. See TQ1050 : Meadow Plat Bridge and TQ1050 : Meadow Plat Bridge for photos of the bridge from the bridleway underneath.
Barn A barn near Meadow Plat.
Barn
A barn near Meadow Plat.
Site of Horseclose Bridge The site of Horseclose Bridge, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below), where it crossed a bridleway in Kiln Field Coppice.  Although there are no obvious remains of the bridge, the embankments either side are apparent.
Site of Horseclose Bridge
The site of Horseclose Bridge, one of the Lovelace Bridges (see below), where it crossed a bridleway in Kiln Field Coppice. Although there are no obvious remains of the bridge, the embankments either side are apparent.
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Upper Weston Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ0950 (Lat: 51.23929, Lng: -0.43653868)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Guildford

Police Authority: Surrey

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Located within 500m of 51.23929,-0.43653868
Barrier: swing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.2406012/-0.4338154
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