Draysey Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Mole Valley

England

Draysey Wood

Railway bridge by Ockley station The station approach is on the right. — Railway bridge by Ockley station Credit: Robin Webster

Draysey Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Surrey, England. Nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills, this ancient forest covers an area of approximately 80 hectares, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The woodland is predominantly made up of oak and beech trees, creating a dense canopy that provides a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with wildflowers and a variety of mosses, adding to the natural beauty of the area. The wood's rich biodiversity has earned it a designation as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Draysey Wood is crisscrossed by a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its serene surroundings. These paths wind through the forest, revealing hidden glades and babbling brooks along the way. It is a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a peaceful picnic amidst nature.

The wood has a rich history dating back centuries, with evidence of human activity found in the form of ancient burial mounds and Iron Age settlements. The area also played a role in the timber industry during the Middle Ages, as the trees were felled for construction and fuel.

Today, Draysey Wood is managed by a local conservation organization, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty and protecting its wildlife. The wood offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, inviting visitors to reconnect with nature and enjoy the peace and serenity it provides.

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Draysey Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.147088/-0.34886872 or Grid Reference TQ1539. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway bridge by Ockley station

The station approach is on the right.

Robin Webster

The A29 turns away from the Roman line

The Roman Stane Street continues at first as a private drive and public footpath. Only fragments of the onwards route over hilly terrain are now public rights-of-way until rejoined by the A29 which takes a longer but easier way round.

Robin Webster

Capel Church

St John the Baptist - near the village centre

Chris Shaw

Ockley Village Hall

On Stone Street (now the A29), the old Roman road, at Ockley. The village hall is just up the road from the cricket ground.

Roger May

The bend in Ockley Road where it turns into Forest Green Road

looking east

Andrew Longton

Stane Street, just north of Ockley

Looking NNE

Andrew Longton

Junction of Broomehall Road (left) with Burywood Hill (Stane Street)

looking NNE

Andrew Longton

Beare Green Road, at Park Lodge

looking south-west

Andrew Longton

The Well at Ockley.

On the green beside the busy A29.

Colin Smith

Ockley station

looking north

Andrew Longton

Bridge Out

Bridge works on the B2126

Martyn Davies

Bridge at Ockley Station

Martyn Davies

Ockley Station

Ockley Station reminds you that railway station names are often arbitrarily chosen, this station being probably closer to Capel than it is to Ockley. As you can see this is a traditional Victorian Style railway station in design, but in fact now the buildings are private houses, and so there is no waiting room or ticket office. Actually a waiting room would be welcome as the trains only come one every hour. The eagle-eyed will spot that this is the complementary photograph to TQ1640 : Ockley station.

Martyn Davies