Huntsgreen Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Crawley

England

Huntsgreen Wood

Gatwick Beehive Original 1930s Circular Airport Terminal. The airport was re-built approximately 1/2 mile to the north in the 1950s. The &quot;Beehive&quot; is now used as offices — Gatwick Beehive Credit: Michael of Crawley

Huntsgreen Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, the wood is known for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. It is situated near the village of Ockley, just a few miles away from the bustling town of Dorking.

The wood is predominantly made up of broad-leaved trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shelter for a variety of wildlife. Visitors to Huntsgreen Wood can expect to see an array of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, as well as small mammals like rabbits, squirrels, and foxes.

Walking through the wood, visitors will be greeted by a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind their way through the trees, allowing for peaceful strolls and nature walks. The wood is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, providing opportunities for birdwatching, photography, and simply enjoying the tranquility of the natural surroundings.

Additionally, Huntsgreen Wood is home to a number of historical features, including remnants of ancient woodland management, such as coppicing and charcoal production. These remnants serve as a reminder of the wood's long history and its importance in the local community.

Overall, Huntsgreen Wood is a beautiful woodland retreat that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and experience the serene beauty of Surrey's countryside.

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Huntsgreen Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.144868/-0.16722217 or Grid Reference TQ2839. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gatwick Beehive

Original 1930s Circular Airport Terminal. The airport was re-built approximately 1/2 mile to the north in the 1950s. The "Beehive" is now used as offices

Michael of Crawley

Manor Royal Industrial Estate, Crawley, West Sussex - Lunch Time

Manor Royal Industrial Estate dominates Grid square TQ2738. The industries are varied and include various types of light to medium weight engineering, pharmaceuticals, administrative head offices, storage, etc. The view here shows one of the many snack bars that are found at strategic points round the estate. Most of the larger premises include on-site catering for employees, but there are many small companies who don't.

Pete Chapman

Astral Towers, County Oak, Crawley, West Sussex

The centre of Manor Royal industrial estate contains most of the light and medium industrial premises. Various clusters of administrative offices form satellites surrounding the main estate. One such satellite is at County Oak, just across the A23 trunk road from the main estate. A typical office block is Astral Towers.

Pete Chapman

Pasture between Manor Royal Industrial Estate and Gatwick Airport, Near Crawley, West Sussex

"The Atrium" office block in the background is on the extreme fringe of the Manor Royal Industrial Estate. The view has been taken from a public bridleway across a field, looking south. Most of this grid square is comprised of fields such as this. There are currently (2005) plans being discussed for a second runway for Gatwick Airport. One of the options would have the proposed runway in this area.

Pete Chapman

Public Footpath across fields between County Oak and Rowley Farm, Near Crawley, West Sussex.

One of several long standing public rights of way in this area. This path has been in use since long before the creation of the Manor Royal Industrial Estate, immediately behind the photographer and Gatwick Airport (1.5km N of here). The path cuts diagonally SW-NE across the fields, which are growing wheat. This area is currently (2005) being suggested as a possible location for a second runway for Gatwick International Airport.

Pete Chapman

Farm buildings near Manor Royal Industrial Estate, Crawley, West Sussex

These metal clad farm buildings are in various states of dilapidation, with the central barn still intact. A row of bee hives are set in front of the barn. Wheat is growing in the field. Photo taken (looking N) from the public footpath between County Oak and Rowley Farm, just after emerging out of the Manor Royal Industrial Estate.

Pete Chapman

Ibis Hotel, County Oak, Crawley West Sussex.

A typical airport hotel, approximately 1.5km (straight line) from Gatwick airport. On the extreme N fringe of the Manor Royal industrial estate.

Pete Chapman

First Choice Holidays plc HQ, County Oak, Crawley, West Sussex

The administrative headquarters of First Choice Holidays plc, a holiday company. This office block is situated in the extreme SW corner of the grid square and is on the north western edge of the Manor Royal industrial estate. Most of the square is farmland, with the A23 trunk road sweeping through the W edge and a few hotels adjacent to the road.

Pete Chapman

Gatwick Road, Manor Royal Industrial Estate, Crawley, West Sussex

The Manor Royal industrial estate is centred on TQ2738, but also spreads over about a third of this grid square. A feature here is the bridge over the main road linking two buildings belonging to the same organisation. The road building works are connected with the installation of the "Fastway" guided bus network throughout Crawley.

Pete Chapman

Radar, Tinsley Green, Crawley, West Sussex

A Radar adjacent to Gatwick airport.

Pete Chapman

Radar (2) Tinsley Green, Crawley, West Sussex

Another radars on this site. This one is less obvious. Picture taken from adjacent railway bridge.

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London to Brighton Railway Line, Tinsley Green, Crawley, West Sussex

View looking S towards Three Bridges station (3km further on). The bridge just in view in the distance is that of the A2011 spur road from Crawley to the M23 motorway.

Pete Chapman

The Greyhound Pub, Tinsley Green, Crawley, West Sussex - Venue for the Annual World Marbles Championships.

This is the venue of the world marbles championships. The concrete circular plinth in the foreground is one of the playing surfaces. There are several of these in the grounds of the pub.

Pete Chapman

Tinsley Bridge, over the Gatwick Stream, Tinsley Green, Crawley, West Sussex

The Gatwick stream is one of the main drainage channels for this area. Levels can rise quickly and flooding is a possibility. Just out of view is a depth gauge. View taken looking N.

Pete Chapman

Junction of Steers Lane and Radford Road, Tinsley Green, Crawley, West Sussex

Although both classified as minor roads, the size of the junction shows how busy these routes are with local traffic - one of the exit routes from the NE of Manor Royal Industrial Estate.

Pete Chapman

The Beehive

Documented in Pevsner's "Buildings of England", this art-deco air terminal used to be linked by a foot-tunnel to the nearby Gatwick rail station. The old railway station is now demolished, so presumably the tunnel is now lost too. Some interesting information about the Beehive can be seen on the Subterranea Britannica site, Link