Buildings Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Waverley

England

Buildings Wood

Cricket Ground at Ewhurst Green
Cricket Ground at Ewhurst Green Credit: Chris Thomas-Atkin

Buildings Wood, also known as Wood or Forest, is a small village located in the county of Surrey, England. Situated approximately 20 miles southwest of the capital city, London, the village is nestled amidst the picturesque Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Buildings Wood is characterized by its charming rural setting and is surrounded by vast woodlands and forests, giving the village its name. The area is renowned for its natural beauty, with rolling hills, meandering rivers, and diverse wildlife. This makes Buildings Wood a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and cyclists.

The village itself is small, with a close-knit community and a population of around 500 residents. It exudes a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village features a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small convenience store, catering to the everyday needs of its residents.

Buildings Wood is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities, with good transport links. The nearby A25 road provides easy access to Guildford, Dorking, and Reigate, while the M25 motorway is within a short drive, connecting the village to the wider road network.

In conclusion, Buildings Wood is a charming village in Surrey, offering a serene setting amidst beautiful woodlands and forests. Its rural ambiance and close proximity to major towns and cities make it an attractive place to reside for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle.

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Buildings Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.134813/-0.41712893 or Grid Reference TQ1038. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cricket Ground at Ewhurst Green
Cricket Ground at Ewhurst Green
Approaching Somersbury Lane On The Green (lane) nearing the junction with Somersbury Lane leaving to the right. Beyond the junction it becomes Horsham Lane.
Approaching Somersbury Lane
On The Green (lane) nearing the junction with Somersbury Lane leaving to the right. Beyond the junction it becomes Horsham Lane.
Somersbury Lane Heading southwest on the lane near Collendene.
Somersbury Lane
Heading southwest on the lane near Collendene.
Pond near Ewhurst Cricket Ground In an earlier Geograph photo the pond was overgrown but it now seems to be cleared and being maintained.
Pond near Ewhurst Cricket Ground
In an earlier Geograph photo the pond was overgrown but it now seems to be cleared and being maintained.
Barn at Rumbeams Farm Rumbeams Farm is at Ewhurst Green and is visible from the passing road ‘The Green’.
Barn at Rumbeams Farm
Rumbeams Farm is at Ewhurst Green and is visible from the passing road ‘The Green’.
Path leaving Somersbury Lane The public footpath leaves the lane at a corner and heads along a ridgeway to Longhurst Hill.
Path leaving Somersbury Lane
The public footpath leaves the lane at a corner and heads along a ridgeway to Longhurst Hill.
House by the entrance to Coxland The house is possibly a former Lodge at the entrance to Coxland from Somersbury Lane.
House by the entrance to Coxland
The house is possibly a former Lodge at the entrance to Coxland from Somersbury Lane.
Entrance to Somersbury Manor The impressive gated entrance to Somersbury Manor. The Manor House is a Grade II listed building.
Entrance to Somersbury Manor
The impressive gated entrance to Somersbury Manor. The Manor House is a Grade II listed building.
Somersbury Cottage The cottage near Somersbury Manor viewed from Somersbury Lane.
Somersbury Cottage
The cottage near Somersbury Manor viewed from Somersbury Lane.
Entrance to Collendene
Entrance to Collendene
Entrance to Hill House The entrance leads onto a long driveway up to the house.
Entrance to Hill House
The entrance leads onto a long driveway up to the house.
Fields near Old House On the public footpath near to Old House.
Fields near Old House
On the public footpath near to Old House.
Ponds near Old House The last in a series of small artificially created ponds.
Ponds near Old House
The last in a series of small artificially created ponds.
Old House The property Old House viewed from the passing public footpath. The house is a Grade II listed building.
Old House
The property Old House viewed from the passing public footpath. The house is a Grade II listed building.
Cottage Industry! This black, weather-boarded wooden cottage is used to sell wooden furniture. Note the black cat on the hut behind.
Cottage Industry!
This black, weather-boarded wooden cottage is used to sell wooden furniture. Note the black cat on the hut behind.
Dunpits Lane
Dunpits Lane
Pond near the cricket pitch This pond, with some ducks and other water birds, is just off Plough lane adjacent to the cricket pitch and pavilion.
Pond near the cricket pitch
This pond, with some ducks and other water birds, is just off Plough lane adjacent to the cricket pitch and pavilion.
Ewhurst Green Ewhurst Green is a long street village with greens lining both sides of the village street.
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Ewhurst Green
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Buildings Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ1038 (Lat: 51.134813, Lng: -0.41712893)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.134813,-0.41712893
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.1386288/-0.4204235
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: GU6 145
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Lat/Long: 51.1333991/-0.4193151
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.1357982/-0.4106615
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.1361364/-0.4109588
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.1367806/-0.412239
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.1369911/-0.4128581
Kilns (Disused)
Building: industrial
Lat/Long: 51.1318055/-0.4165026
Greylands Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.1332335/-0.4111847
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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