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The Plantation

Wood, Forest in Surrey Mole Valley

England

The Plantation

Towerhill Farm, Gomshall The track passing through the farm is a public right of way as a bridleway. It forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Towerhill Farm, Gomshall Credit: Malc McDonald

The Plantation, Surrey (Wood, Forest) is a stunning natural reserve located in the county of Surrey, England. Spanning over a vast area of land, this plantation is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike.

The plantation is characterized by its dense woodland, consisting primarily of towering oak and beech trees that provide a picturesque backdrop throughout the year. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere for visitors to explore.

The area is teeming with wildlife, with many species finding sanctuary within the plantation's boundaries. Visitors may encounter deer, rabbits, squirrels, and a variety of bird species as they wander through the trails and pathways. The plantation is also known for its rich insect population, with butterflies, bees, and dragonflies adding to the biodiversity of the area.

The Plantation, Surrey offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. Hiking and walking trails crisscross the plantation, providing opportunities for both leisurely strolls and more challenging treks. There are also designated picnic areas, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the tranquility of their surroundings.

In addition to its natural beauty, The Plantation, Surrey is also an important site for conservation efforts. The plantation management actively works to preserve and protect the delicate ecosystem found within its boundaries, ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy its beauty and biodiversity.

Overall, The Plantation, Surrey (Wood, Forest) is a captivating destination that offers a unique blend of natural splendor and conservation efforts. Whether one seeks a peaceful escape in nature or an opportunity to observe wildlife in their natural habitat, this plantation is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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The Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.218989/-0.42014338 or Grid Reference TQ1047. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Towerhill Farm, Gomshall The track passing through the farm is a public right of way as a bridleway. It forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Towerhill Farm, Gomshall
The track passing through the farm is a public right of way as a bridleway. It forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Bridleway and farm track at Gomshall The path to the left is a public bridleway which is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network. To the right is a farm track.
Bridleway and farm track at Gomshall
The path to the left is a public bridleway which is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network. To the right is a farm track.
Public bridleway, Gomshall A public bridleway at Gomshall in Surrey. The bridleway is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Public bridleway, Gomshall
A public bridleway at Gomshall in Surrey. The bridleway is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Private driveway and public bridleway, Gomshall A private driveway leading to a house on the left, and a public bridleway to the right. The bridleway is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Private driveway and public bridleway, Gomshall
A private driveway leading to a house on the left, and a public bridleway to the right. The bridleway is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Paths fork near Gomshall A fork in the path near Gomshall. The path to the right is a public footpath, while the path to the left is a public bridleway which can be used by horse riders and cyclists as well as walkers. The bridleway is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Paths fork near Gomshall
A fork in the path near Gomshall. The path to the right is a public footpath, while the path to the left is a public bridleway which can be used by horse riders and cyclists as well as walkers. The bridleway is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Driveway and bridle path near Abinger Hammer A private driveway leading to a house near the village of Abinger Hammer in Surrey. This image was taken in early June, as the rhododendrons were in bloom. To the left of the driveway is a public bridleway. This path forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Driveway and bridle path near Abinger Hammer
A private driveway leading to a house near the village of Abinger Hammer in Surrey. This image was taken in early June, as the rhododendrons were in bloom. To the left of the driveway is a public bridleway. This path forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Bridge over Tilling Bourne near Abinger Hammer A bridge carries a driveway across Tilling Bourne near the village of Abinger Hammer in Surrey. The driveway is a public right of way as a bridleway, and forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Bridge over Tilling Bourne near Abinger Hammer
A bridge carries a driveway across Tilling Bourne near the village of Abinger Hammer in Surrey. The driveway is a public right of way as a bridleway, and forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Rad Lane, Abinger Hammer Rad Lane is a driveway leading to a few houses in the Surrey village of Abinger Hammer. The lane is a public right of way as a bridleway, and is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Rad Lane, Abinger Hammer
Rad Lane is a driveway leading to a few houses in the Surrey village of Abinger Hammer. The lane is a public right of way as a bridleway, and is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Abinger Hammer The A25 road passing through the Surrey village of Abinger Hammer. The blue signs towards the right of the image indicate the route taken by route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Abinger Hammer
The A25 road passing through the Surrey village of Abinger Hammer. The blue signs towards the right of the image indicate the route taken by route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Hackhurst Lane, Abinger Hammer Hackhurst Lane is a minor road climbing a hillside out of the village of Abinger Hammer. It is on the route of National Cycle Network route 22 which then turns along the public bridleway to the right. The blue and red sign attached to the wooden signpost indicates the cycle route.
Hackhurst Lane, Abinger Hammer
Hackhurst Lane is a minor road climbing a hillside out of the village of Abinger Hammer. It is on the route of National Cycle Network route 22 which then turns along the public bridleway to the right. The blue and red sign attached to the wooden signpost indicates the cycle route.
Public bridleway near Abinger Hammer This public bridleway in the North Downs forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Public bridleway near Abinger Hammer
This public bridleway in the North Downs forms part of route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Gate on National Cycle Network route 22 near Abinger Hammer A gate on a public bridleway in the North Downs. The bridleway forms part of the route of National Cycle Network route 22.
Gate on National Cycle Network route 22 near Abinger Hammer
A gate on a public bridleway in the North Downs. The bridleway forms part of the route of National Cycle Network route 22.
Grasmere Black weatherboarded house on Guildford Road. Above the front door is a Wotton estate plaque, depicting a griffin - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7159118">TQ1248 : Gable on barn, Park Farm</a> for a close up of another example.
Grasmere
Black weatherboarded house on Guildford Road. Above the front door is a Wotton estate plaque, depicting a griffin - see TQ1248 : Gable on barn, Park Farm for a close up of another example.
Abinger Hammer village shop Village shop and tea room (and former post office, which closed in 2004) on Guildford Road.
Abinger Hammer village shop
Village shop and tea room (and former post office, which closed in 2004) on Guildford Road.
Grasmere and Abinger Hammer village shop Buildings on Guildford Road. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7453102">TQ0947 : Grasmere</a> for a close up of Grasmere and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7453127">TQ0947 : Abinger Hammer village shop</a> for one of the village shop.
Grasmere and Abinger Hammer village shop
Buildings on Guildford Road. See TQ0947 : Grasmere for a close up of Grasmere and TQ0947 : Abinger Hammer village shop for one of the village shop.
The Clock House House on Guildford Road, an 1891 rebuild by architects W O Milne and J C Hall for Thomas Henry Farrer, 1st Baron Farrer, of Abinger Hall. Lord Farrer died in 1899 and the clock on the corner was added by his widow in 1908 as a memorial to him. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7453270">TQ0947 : Jack the Hammer</a> for a close up. Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1294323?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1294323?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>.
The Clock House
House on Guildford Road, an 1891 rebuild by architects W O Milne and J C Hall for Thomas Henry Farrer, 1st Baron Farrer, of Abinger Hall. Lord Farrer died in 1899 and the clock on the corner was added by his widow in 1908 as a memorial to him. See TQ0947 : Jack the Hammer for a close up. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Jack the Hammer Clock on the corner of The Clock House (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7453156">TQ0947 : The Clock House</a>). The clock was added in 1908 in memory of Thomas Henry Farrer, 1st Baron Farrer, of Abinger Hall, who had died in 1899 and had been responsible for the house being rebuilt in 1891, his widow being responsible for its addition. The clock tower was carved by Mr Easthaugh of Shalford designed by Conor O'Brien, with a blackmsith ("Jack the Hammer") who strikes the bell every hour. Both the house and clock are grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1294323?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1294323?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>.
Jack the Hammer
Clock on the corner of The Clock House (see TQ0947 : The Clock House). The clock was added in 1908 in memory of Thomas Henry Farrer, 1st Baron Farrer, of Abinger Hall, who had died in 1899 and had been responsible for the house being rebuilt in 1891, his widow being responsible for its addition. The clock tower was carved by Mr Easthaugh of Shalford designed by Conor O'Brien, with a blackmsith ("Jack the Hammer") who strikes the bell every hour. Both the house and clock are grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Abinger Hammer village sign Village sign for Abinger Hammer, depicting a blacksmith and his anvil. Note also the cyclist motifs on the base. In the background are the village shop and part of Grasmere (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7453127">TQ0947 : Abinger Hammer village shop</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7453102">TQ0947 : Grasmere</a>).
Abinger Hammer village sign
Village sign for Abinger Hammer, depicting a blacksmith and his anvil. Note also the cyclist motifs on the base. In the background are the village shop and part of Grasmere (see TQ0947 : Abinger Hammer village shop and TQ0947 : Grasmere).
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The Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TQ1047 (Lat: 51.218989, Lng: -0.42014338)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Mole Valley

Police Authority: Surrey

What 3 Words

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Abinger Hall
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Abinger Hall Lodge
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Public Transport: platform
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Abinger Hall Lodge
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Abinger Roughs
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