Bellhatch Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Tandridge

England

Bellhatch Wood

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.
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St Bartholomew Church, Burstow, Surrey Credit: Pete Chapman

Bellhatch Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Surrey, England. Situated near the village of Abinger Hammer, it covers an area of approximately 50 hectares. The wood is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), known for its diverse range of habitats and rich biodiversity.

The wood is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, creating a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. Bluebells carpet the forest floor in spring, creating a stunning display of vibrant colors. Other wildflowers, such as wood anemones and primroses, also thrive in the wood.

Bellhatch Wood is home to a wide range of wildlife. Visitors may spot roe deer, badgers, and foxes roaming through the undergrowth. Birdwatchers can enjoy the sight of various species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers. The wood is also home to a number of bat species, making it an important habitat for these nocturnal creatures.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of footpaths and bridleways, providing opportunities for visitors to explore and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The paths wind through the towering trees, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature and appreciate the peaceful ambiance of the wood.

Bellhatch Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families seeking a day out in the countryside. Its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem make it a truly special place to visit in Surrey.

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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.
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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 LinkExternal link
M23 Junction 9 - Gatwick Airport Spur Road, West Sussex Viewed from a bridleway bridge just to the south, looking N.
M23 Junction 9 - Gatwick Airport Spur Road, West Sussex
Viewed from a bridleway bridge just to the south, looking N.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Road in a rural area Taken from TQ322400 looking almost north shows the smaller of two roads in the square, which is very rural.
Road in a rural area
Taken from TQ322400 looking almost north shows the smaller of two roads in the square, which is very rural.
A very rural square Taken from the b.o.a.t. at TQ327405 looking west. A very rural square.
A very rural square
Taken from the b.o.a.t. at TQ327405 looking west. A very rural square.
'Bridge Cottage' Smallfield...looking East  from Redehall Road Located on East side of Redehall Road between its junctions with New Road and Plough Road.
'Bridge Cottage' Smallfield...looking East from Redehall Road
Located on East side of Redehall Road between its junctions with New Road and Plough Road.
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.
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.
Burstow Primary School, Wheelers Lane, Smallfield, RH6 9PT Looking North from Wheelers Lane entrance near junction with Redehall Road.
Burstow Primary School, Wheelers Lane, Smallfield, RH6 9PT
Looking North from Wheelers Lane entrance near junction with Redehall Road.
"Ducks crossing" unofficial warning sign in Smallfield Road, Smallfield to protect the residents of a nearby pond.
"Ducks crossing"
unofficial warning sign in Smallfield Road, Smallfield to protect the residents of a nearby pond.
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
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
Thunderfield Castle Medieval moat works heavily remodelled in Victorian times. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_south/187/thunderfieldcastle.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_south/187/thunderfieldcastle.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Thunderfield Castle
Medieval moat works heavily remodelled in Victorian times. See LinkExternal link
Redehall Preparatory School in Redehall Road, Smallfield. Occupying the buildings of the former village school - <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.redehall.surrey.sch.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.redehall.surrey.sch.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Redehall Preparatory School
in Redehall Road, Smallfield. Occupying the buildings of the former village school - LinkExternal link
Open barns, Chithurst Farm, Surrey Chithurst Farm is reached by a long and narrow lane leading southwards from Croydonbarns Lane
Open barns, Chithurst Farm, Surrey
Chithurst Farm is reached by a long and narrow lane leading southwards from Croydonbarns Lane
Chithurst Lane, Surrey The status of this lane south of Chithurst Farm is not known to me.  There are no public footpath or bridleway markings on the OS map, where it is just shown as a 'white' road.  Whether it actually emerges anywhere at the southern end I do not know.  As can be seen from the photograph, it is barely motorable.
Chithurst Lane, Surrey
The status of this lane south of Chithurst Farm is not known to me. There are no public footpath or bridleway markings on the OS map, where it is just shown as a 'white' road. Whether it actually emerges anywhere at the southern end I do not know. As can be seen from the photograph, it is barely motorable.
Rough Beech Farm, Dowlands Lane, Surrey This farm was rather difficult to photograph well owing to the prevailing light direction at the time.  It can, however, be seen that much work has gone into making this a successful and thriving enterprise.
Rough Beech Farm, Dowlands Lane, Surrey
This farm was rather difficult to photograph well owing to the prevailing light direction at the time. It can, however, be seen that much work has gone into making this a successful and thriving enterprise.
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Bellhatch Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ3141 (Lat: 51.160504, Lng: -0.11610304)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Tandridge

Police Authority: Surrey

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