Acorn Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Mole Valley

England

Acorn Wood

Oaklands Park Farm, Between Rusper (W Sussex) and Charlwood (Surrey) Viewed from the public road running to the east of the farm. A livestock farm.
Oaklands Park Farm, Between Rusper (W Sussex) and Charlwood (Surrey) Credit: Pete Chapman

Acorn Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature. The wood is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, creating a thriving ecosystem.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These trees provide a dense canopy, allowing only dappled sunlight to filter through, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere. In spring, the woodland floor comes alive with a vibrant carpet of bluebells, adding a burst of color to the landscape.

Acorn Wood is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Visitors may encounter species such as deer, foxes, and badgers roaming freely among the trees. The birdlife is also abundant, with many species such as woodpeckers, owls, and robins calling the wood their home. Birdwatchers can often spot a range of migratory birds during the spring and autumn seasons.

The wood boasts a network of well-maintained footpaths, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths wind through ancient trees, babbling brooks, and peaceful meadows, providing a picturesque setting for leisurely walks or family picnics.

Acorn Wood is managed by a local conservation organization, ensuring its preservation and protection for future generations to enjoy. Its natural beauty, tranquil ambiance, and abundant wildlife make it a perfect destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful escape from the bustling city life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.155184/-0.26758546 or Grid Reference TQ2140. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Oaklands Park Farm, Between Rusper (W Sussex) and Charlwood (Surrey) Viewed from the public road running to the east of the farm. A livestock farm.
Oaklands Park Farm, Between Rusper (W Sussex) and Charlwood (Surrey)
Viewed from the public road running to the east of the farm. A livestock farm.
Copse near Waggoners Farm, Russ Hill, Charlwood, Surrey This small broadleaved copse in the NE corner of the grid square contains a number of ponds (which were fairly dry when this picture was taken, following an extended period with no rain). The view here is from the public bridleway which skirts the SE edge of the copse, looking towards the depression where one of the ponds would be.
Copse near Waggoners Farm, Russ Hill, Charlwood, Surrey
This small broadleaved copse in the NE corner of the grid square contains a number of ponds (which were fairly dry when this picture was taken, following an extended period with no rain). The view here is from the public bridleway which skirts the SE edge of the copse, looking towards the depression where one of the ponds would be.
Jordan's Wood Site of an air-crash involving the Turkish prime-minister on 17/02/1959.  He survived, but he was one of only ten of the twenty-two passengers and crew on board the Turkish Government aircraft that did.
Jordan's Wood
Site of an air-crash involving the Turkish prime-minister on 17/02/1959. He survived, but he was one of only ten of the twenty-two passengers and crew on board the Turkish Government aircraft that did.
Humorous signpost
Humorous signpost
Entrance to Rusper Golf Club
Entrance to Rusper Golf Club
Tanhouse Farm - Farm Shop and Tea Rooms
Tanhouse Farm - Farm Shop and Tea Rooms
View from Russ Hill towards Gatwick Part of the runway at Gatwick Airport is just visible between the trees, a plane - possibly an Air Malta Airbus A320 - has just taken off and is climbing high. The near buildings belong to Waggoners Farm.
View from Russ Hill towards Gatwick
Part of the runway at Gatwick Airport is just visible between the trees, a plane - possibly an Air Malta Airbus A320 - has just taken off and is climbing high. The near buildings belong to Waggoners Farm.
View towards Leith Hill From a field entrance on Partridge Lane. The woodland is Jordans Wood.
View towards Leith Hill
From a field entrance on Partridge Lane. The woodland is Jordans Wood.
Footpath into Jordans Wood This looks an interesting wood.
Footpath into Jordans Wood
This looks an interesting wood.
Welland Gill in Mount Noddy Wood, Near Russ Hill, Charlwood, Surrey A delightful stream running through this wood. Mount Noddy Wood is contiguous with Glovers wood, which forms an area of over a square kilometre of broadleaved woodland.
Welland Gill in Mount Noddy Wood, Near Russ Hill, Charlwood, Surrey
A delightful stream running through this wood. Mount Noddy Wood is contiguous with Glovers wood, which forms an area of over a square kilometre of broadleaved woodland.
Russ Hill Hotel, Charlwood, Surrey The main human habitation at Russ Hill is the complex of this large Hotel. Here we see the hotel viewed from the public road to the N. A public footpath passes through the 5 bar gate.
Russ Hill Hotel, Charlwood, Surrey
The main human habitation at Russ Hill is the complex of this large Hotel. Here we see the hotel viewed from the public road to the N. A public footpath passes through the 5 bar gate.
Russ Hill Hotel
Russ Hill Hotel
Cudworth manor house, Surrey Cudworth is a small settlement hidden away in the depths of the Surrey countryside. The moated manor house dates from about 1500 but has been much altered and extended over the years.
Cudworth manor house, Surrey
Cudworth is a small settlement hidden away in the depths of the Surrey countryside. The moated manor house dates from about 1500 but has been much altered and extended over the years.
Lane to Hatchetts
Lane to Hatchetts
Fields north of Beggarshouse Lane Looking north towards Box Hill.
Fields north of Beggarshouse Lane
Looking north towards Box Hill.
Sturtwood Farm Looking north-east.
Sturtwood Farm
Looking north-east.
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.
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Acorn Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ2140 (Lat: 51.155184, Lng: -0.26758546)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Mole Valley

Police Authority: Surrey

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