The Plantation

Wood, Forest in Surrey Mole Valley

England

The Plantation

Lane to Hatchetts
Lane to Hatchetts Credit: Martyn Davies

The Plantation, Surrey, also known as Wood or Forest Plantation, is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Surrey, England. Spanning an area of approximately 200 acres, this enchanting plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The Plantation boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, with a dense canopy of towering trees that create a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The woodland is primarily composed of native species such as oak, beech, and birch, which provide a rich habitat for a variety of wildlife.

Visitors to The Plantation can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails that meander through the woods, offering opportunities for leisurely strolls or more vigorous hikes. These trails are surrounded by a carpet of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful display during the spring and summer months.

Nature lovers will be delighted by the abundance of wildlife that call The Plantation their home. The woodland is home to numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of elusive woodland creatures such as deer, foxes, and rabbits.

The Plantation also offers a range of amenities to enhance visitors' experiences. Picnic areas are scattered throughout the woodland, providing the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal amid the tranquil surroundings. Additionally, informational signage is placed strategically along the trails, offering insights into the rich history and ecology of the area.

Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or an immersive nature retreat, The Plantation in Surrey is a captivating destination that showcases the natural beauty and biodiversity of the British countryside.

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The Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.161896/-0.30400425 or Grid Reference TQ1841. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lane to Hatchetts
Lane to Hatchetts
Junction of Church Lane (left), Hogspudding Lane (ahead) and Cudworth Lane (foreground) Looking north.
Junction of Church Lane (left), Hogspudding Lane (ahead) and Cudworth Lane (foreground)
Looking north.
Green Lane Farm Looking north along the bridleway.
Green Lane Farm
Looking north along the bridleway.
Simons, Newdigate Formerly the farmhouse to Horsilands farm. The main structure dates from around the 15th-century with the gable-ended bay probably added later.
Simons, Newdigate
Formerly the farmhouse to Horsilands farm. The main structure dates from around the 15th-century with the gable-ended bay probably added later.
Junction of Cudworth Lane and Green Lane Cudworth Lane forks left with Green Lane to the right. To the left there are two gate posts, hidden by the undergrowth, which would have held the gate to the Cudworth Estate.
Junction of Cudworth Lane and Green Lane
Cudworth Lane forks left with Green Lane to the right. To the left there are two gate posts, hidden by the undergrowth, which would have held the gate to the Cudworth Estate.
Hogspudding Lane Wonderfully named country lane east of Newdigate, in the Surrey Weald.
Hogspudding Lane
Wonderfully named country lane east of Newdigate, in the Surrey Weald.
Pond near Hatchetts East of Newdigate, looking across a field to a modern housing development which has some homes designed to look like old Wealden hall houses.
Pond near Hatchetts
East of Newdigate, looking across a field to a modern housing development which has some homes designed to look like old Wealden hall houses.
The End of the Road Change of road surface at Hatchetts, east of Newdigate.
The End of the Road
Change of road surface at Hatchetts, east of Newdigate.
Pond near Green Lane Farm Used by Reigate district anglers, south of green Lane Farm.
Pond near Green Lane Farm
Used by Reigate district anglers, south of green Lane Farm.
Green Lane Farm Roller by the bridleway south of the Wealden farm.
Green Lane Farm
Roller by the bridleway south of the Wealden farm.
Four Ways Crossing of the ways just south of Green Lane Farm, with water trough.
Four Ways
Crossing of the ways just south of Green Lane Farm, with water trough.
Beam Brook Footbridge West of Green Lane Farm, wooden footbridge with metal railings, near Newdigate in the Surrey Weald.
Beam Brook Footbridge
West of Green Lane Farm, wooden footbridge with metal railings, near Newdigate in the Surrey Weald.
Snowdrops Flowering snowdrops by Beam Brook in mid-March - it's been a long winter.
Snowdrops
Flowering snowdrops by Beam Brook in mid-March - it's been a long winter.
Ockley Lodge On Duke's Road, a track leading from Rusper Road to Home Farm.
Ockley Lodge
On Duke's Road, a track leading from Rusper Road to Home Farm.
The Long Barn and The Old Stables  Part of a cluster of buildings on Duke's Road, a track leading from Rusper Road to Home Farm.
The Long Barn and The Old Stables
Part of a cluster of buildings on Duke's Road, a track leading from Rusper Road to Home Farm.
Houses in Mulberry Place, Newdigate Built on the site of Newdigate Brickworks.
Houses in Mulberry Place, Newdigate
Built on the site of Newdigate Brickworks.
Fishing lake by Green Lane There are other lakes along the brook on the other side of the lane, but this one is separate from the brook.
Fishing lake by Green Lane
There are other lakes along the brook on the other side of the lane, but this one is separate from the brook.
Dwelling on Church Road For a different view with more information see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/507709" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/507709">Link</a>.
Dwelling on Church Road
For a different view with more information see Link.
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The Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TQ1841 (Lat: 51.161896, Lng: -0.30400425)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Mole Valley

Police Authority: Surrey

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Broomell's Farm
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