Stonepit Copse

Wood, Forest in Surrey Mole Valley

England

Stonepit Copse

Wolvens Lane Byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Wolvens Lane Credit: Ian Capper

Stonepit Copse is a charming woodland located in Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, it is nestled within the picturesque countryside, offering visitors a serene and tranquil retreat from the bustling city life. The copse is situated near the village of Peaslake, making it easily accessible for locals and tourists alike.

This woodland is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, birch, and beech, which create a dense canopy overhead. The lush undergrowth is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding a splash of color to the landscape during the spring months.

Stonepit Copse is renowned for its diverse wildlife. Nature enthusiasts can spot various bird species, including woodpeckers and tawny owls, as well as small mammals like foxes, badgers, and rabbits. The copse also serves as a habitat for numerous insects and butterflies, adding to its ecological richness.

Visitors to Stonepit Copse can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing them to explore the woodland and discover its hidden treasures. The copse is a popular destination for walkers, joggers, and dog walkers, who appreciate the tranquil ambiance and natural beauty that surrounds them.

Overall, Stonepit Copse is a delightful woodland retreat, offering a peaceful escape for those seeking solace in nature. With its diverse wildlife, stunning flora, and well-maintained footpaths, it is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and a testament to the beauty of Surrey's countryside.

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Stonepit Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.207465/-0.36869984 or Grid Reference TQ1446. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wolvens Lane Byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Wolvens Lane
Byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.
Field Field off Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton.  A couple of Roe Deer can be seen towards the right of the photo.  In the far distance are the North Downs.
Field
Field off Wolvens Lane, a byway between Coldharbour and Wotton. A couple of Roe Deer can be seen towards the right of the photo. In the far distance are the North Downs.
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.
Squire's Great Wood Path through Squire's Great Wood.
Squire's Great Wood
Path through Squire's Great Wood.
Squire's Great Wood Path through Squire's Great Wood.
Squire's Great Wood
Path through Squire's Great Wood.
Bracken slope A bracken covered slope near Logmore Farm.
Bracken slope
A bracken covered slope near Logmore Farm.
Logmore Farm Track outside Logmore Farm.
Logmore Farm
Track outside Logmore Farm.
Logmore Farm Farm near Logmore Green.
Logmore Farm
Farm near Logmore Green.
Logmore Farm Paddocks at Logmore Farm near Logmore Green.
Logmore Farm
Paddocks at Logmore Farm near Logmore Green.
Meadow House and April Cottage Pair of semi-detached cottages on Logmore Lane.
Meadow House and April Cottage
Pair of semi-detached cottages on Logmore Lane.
Meadow House and April Cottage Pair of semi-detached cottages on Logmore Lane.
Meadow House and April Cottage
Pair of semi-detached cottages on Logmore Lane.
Old Cottage Cottage on Logmore Lane dating from the 17th Century with 19th and 20th Century extensions.  Grade II listed  - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1391462" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1391462">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>.
Old Cottage
Cottage on Logmore Lane dating from the 17th Century with 19th and 20th Century extensions. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
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Stonepit Copse is located at Grid Ref: TQ1446 (Lat: 51.207465, Lng: -0.36869984)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Mole Valley

Police Authority: Surrey

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