Bridges Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Tandridge

England

Bridges Wood

Bridges Wood is a picturesque forest located in Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts. The wood is nestled within the charming countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and meandering streams, providing a serene and tranquil atmosphere for visitors.

The forest is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a diverse and rich ecosystem. The dense canopy of the wood offers shade and shelter to a wide variety of fauna, making it a haven for numerous bird species, small mammals, and insects. Visitors can often spot woodpeckers, deer, and squirrels as they explore the winding trails that crisscross the woodland.

Bridges Wood boasts an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. The trails wind through ancient woodlands, offering glimpses of vibrant wildflowers and rare plant species. One of the highlights of the wood is the picturesque Bridges Brook, a babbling stream that meanders through the forest, adding to the enchanting ambiance.

Managed by the local authorities, Bridges Wood offers a range of amenities to enhance visitors' experience. These include picnic areas, benches, and information boards providing insights into the local flora and fauna. The wood is also a popular spot for educational activities and guided walks, allowing visitors to learn more about the delicate balance of the forest ecosystem.

Overall, Bridges Wood in Surrey is a captivating destination that invites visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. With its diverse wildlife, scenic trails, and peaceful surroundings, it offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Bridges Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.158218/-0.13166995 or Grid Reference TQ3041. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Bartholomew Church, Burstow, Surrey

A delightful half timbered 11th century Church of England church in this tranquil village (other than all of Gatwick airports air traffic that thunders a few hundred metres overhead!). Restored 184-95. More info at Link

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M23 Junction 9 - Gatwick Airport Spur Road, West Sussex

Viewed from a bridleway bridge just to the south, looking N.

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The Shipley Bridge Pub, Shipley Bridge, Surrey

A country pub with a large pub garden. View taken from E looking W. Popular on this Friday lunchtime.

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Road Junction of B2037 with minor road to Burstow. Newhouse Farm in the Background

A junction with a busy road. Most of this square is farmland, with the B road cutting across from E-W. Newhouse Farm dominates the view in the distance. View taken from Burstow road, looking SSE.

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Motorway Bridge of B2037 over M23, Shipley Bridge, Surrey

View taken from Bridleway bridge to the N, looking S. The Shipley Bridge Pub is very close to this bridge.

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Telephone Mast near M23 Junction 9, Near Burstow, Surrey.

This is situated in a field just N of a bridleway leading to Burstow. View taken looking N from the bridleway.

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The John Flamsteed Hall, Burstow Church, Burstow, Surrey

Just over the road from the church. A plaque over the door states that the building was erected in 1859.

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'Bridge Cottage' Smallfield...looking East from Redehall Road

Located on East side of Redehall Road between its junctions with New Road and Plough Road.

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Smallfield Evangelical Church looking East from Redehall Road

Postcode RH6 9RT. Located on East side of Redehall Road between its junctions with New Road and Plough Road.

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Burstow Primary School, Wheelers Lane, Smallfield, RH6 9PT

Looking North from Wheelers Lane entrance near junction with Redehall Road.

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Pond in Weatherhill

at least the map shows a pond between Hathersham Lane (in the background) and the M23 Motorway. Taken from the bridge in Weatherhill Road

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Thunderfield Castle

Medieval moat works heavily remodelled in Victorian times. See Link

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Redehall Preparatory School

in Redehall Road, Smallfield. Occupying the buildings of the former village school - Link

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Boundary meeting point

The far side of this balancing pond, at the foot of the M23 Gatwick Spur (the crash barriers of which can be seen across the middle of the photo), is the meeting point of Tandridge District and Reigate and Banstead District (both in Surrey) and West Sussex. The motorway is in West Sussex, most of the foreground is in Reigate and Banstead and a thin sliver of land at the base of the embankment, running from the left hand side of the photo to a point in the centre, is in Tandridge. Older maps show the Surrey/West Sussex border running south from this point, which subsequently got shifted to the main M23. But the district boundaries appear to have remained unchanged, which would seem to explain the thin triangle of Tandridge shown on the map. Viewed on a very gloomy Sunday morning.

Ian Capper