Sewer's Copse

Wood, Forest in Surrey Mole Valley

England

Sewer's Copse

Leith Hill - Rhododendron A common shrub on Leith Hill, part of the Greensand Ridge.
Leith Hill - Rhododendron Credit: Colin Smith

Sewer's Copse, located in Surrey, England, is an enchanting woodland area that boasts lush flora and diverse wildlife. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this captivating forest is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil ambiance. Situated in the heart of Surrey, Sewer's Copse is easily accessible and attracts nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers alike.

The copse is characterized by a dense canopy of ancient trees, predominantly oak and beech, which provide shade and shelter to a variety of plant and animal species. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich tapestry of bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic during the spring season, creating a breathtaking display of colors and scents. This vibrant undergrowth is complemented by ferns, mosses, and various fungi, adding to the copse's allure.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of wildlife. Visitors may spot roe deer silently grazing amongst the trees or catch a glimpse of a red fox darting through the underbrush. Birdwatchers will delight in the numerous species that call Sewer's Copse their home, including great spotted woodpeckers, tawny owls, and nuthatches. The copse also serves as a habitat for a variety of insects, including butterflies and bees.

Several well-maintained trails meander through the copse, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its hidden treasures. These paths lead visitors past babbling brooks, quaint bridges, and secluded clearings, providing a sense of tranquility and serenity. Whether one chooses to embark on a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, Sewer's Copse offers an idyllic escape into nature's embrace.

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Sewer's Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.188537/-0.38895868 or Grid Reference TQ1244. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Leith Hill - Rhododendron A common shrub on Leith Hill, part of the Greensand Ridge.
Leith Hill - Rhododendron
A common shrub on Leith Hill, part of the Greensand Ridge.
West from near Tanhurst Looking west from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill.  In the far distance is Black Down.
West from near Tanhurst
Looking west from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill. In the far distance is Black Down.
West from near Tanhurst Looking west from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill.  In the distance is Holmbury Hill.
West from near Tanhurst
Looking west from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill. In the distance is Holmbury Hill.
West from near Tanhurst Looking west from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill.  In the distance is Holmbury Hill.
West from near Tanhurst
Looking west from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill. In the distance is Holmbury Hill.
West from near Tanhurst Looking west from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill.  In the distance is Holmbury Hill.
West from near Tanhurst
Looking west from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill. In the distance is Holmbury Hill.
South from near Tanhurst Looking south from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill.  In the far distance are the South Downs.
South from near Tanhurst
Looking south from near Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill. In the far distance are the South Downs.
South from above Tanhurst Looking south from above Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill.
South from above Tanhurst
Looking south from above Tanhurst, on the western slopes of Leith Hill.
Drinking trough Drinking trough and fountain near the summit of Leith Hill.  Originally installed in Roehampton Vale, Wandsworth, by the Metropolitan Drinking Fountain and Cattle Trough Association, it was moved here in July 2018 with the support of the charity (now known as The Drinking Fountain Association).
Drinking trough
Drinking trough and fountain near the summit of Leith Hill. Originally installed in Roehampton Vale, Wandsworth, by the Metropolitan Drinking Fountain and Cattle Trough Association, it was moved here in July 2018 with the support of the charity (now known as The Drinking Fountain Association).
Leith Hill Tower Tower on the summit of Leith Hill, built in 1774-5 with the stair turret added in 1864.  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1028808" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1028808">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>.
Leith Hill Tower
Tower on the summit of Leith Hill, built in 1774-5 with the stair turret added in 1864. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Leith Hill summit The summit of Leith Hill, with the drinking trough installed in 2018 on the left (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6994981">TQ1343 : Drinking trough</a> and Leith Hill Tower in the background (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6994999">TQ1343 : Leith Hill Tower</a>).
Leith Hill summit
The summit of Leith Hill, with the drinking trough installed in 2018 on the left (see TQ1343 : Drinking trough and Leith Hill Tower in the background (see TQ1343 : Leith Hill Tower).
Wolvens Lane Byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Wolvens Lane
Byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Upper Merriden Cottage Remote house on Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.  The current building dates from the early 2000s, replacing an earlier slightly smaller forester's cottage on the same site but nearer the lane, which had been damaged by fire.
Upper Merriden Cottage
Remote house on Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton. The current building dates from the early 2000s, replacing an earlier slightly smaller forester's cottage on the same site but nearer the lane, which had been damaged by fire.
Wolvens Lane Byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.  Although it is a "BOAT" (Byway open to all traffic), there is currently a temporary closure to four wheel drive vehicles (and horses and carts!), to avoid damage to recent repairs, as indicated by the signs here).  A consultation is currently under way to make the closure permanent.
Wolvens Lane
Byway between Coldharbour and Wotton. Although it is a "BOAT" (Byway open to all traffic), there is currently a temporary closure to four wheel drive vehicles (and horses and carts!), to avoid damage to recent repairs, as indicated by the signs here). A consultation is currently under way to make the closure permanent.
Tankards Pond Partly overgrown pond alongside Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Tankards Pond
Partly overgrown pond alongside Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Tankards Pond Partly overgrown pond alongside Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Tankards Pond
Partly overgrown pond alongside Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Pond A small pond just north of the larger Tankards Pond, alongside Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Pond
A small pond just north of the larger Tankards Pond, alongside Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Replanted woodland Replanted woodland off Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.  In the left distance can be seen the tower on the summit of Leith Hill.
Replanted woodland
Replanted woodland off Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton. In the left distance can be seen the tower on the summit of Leith Hill.
Tillingbourne Waterfall Artificial waterfall in the Tilling Bourne valley, fed by a leat coming off the main stream around 1km south of here.  The waterfall was created by Theodore Jacobsen, owner and architect of the now long demolished Lonesome Lodge, in the mid 18th Century as part of the landscaping of his estate.  It is the highest waterfall in Surrey.  There is no access, although it is viewable from the nearby bridleway, as here.
Tillingbourne Waterfall
Artificial waterfall in the Tilling Bourne valley, fed by a leat coming off the main stream around 1km south of here. The waterfall was created by Theodore Jacobsen, owner and architect of the now long demolished Lonesome Lodge, in the mid 18th Century as part of the landscaping of his estate. It is the highest waterfall in Surrey. There is no access, although it is viewable from the nearby bridleway, as here.
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Sewer's Copse is located at Grid Ref: TQ1244 (Lat: 51.188537, Lng: -0.38895868)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Mole Valley

Police Authority: Surrey

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Located within 500m of 51.188537,-0.38895868
Abinger Bottom
Place: locality
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 51.1926594/-0.387419
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.1871908/-0.3844462
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.1868932/-0.385938
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.1853324/-0.3928482
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.189792/-0.3829399
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: RH5 106D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.1914032/-0.3888083
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