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Black Bushes

Wood, Forest in Surrey Tandridge

England

Black Bushes

M23/M25 Intersection The huge multi-level junction of the M25 and M23 near Merstham, which totally dominates this square.
M23/M25 Intersection Credit: Ben Gamble

Black Bushes is a picturesque woodland area located in Surrey, England. As part of the larger Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this ancient forest covers an area of approximately 500 acres and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The woodland is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy that filters sunlight to the forest floor. This allows for the growth of a rich understory, consisting of various wildflowers, ferns, and mosses. The forest also boasts several small ponds and streams, which further enhance its natural beauty and provide a habitat for aquatic wildlife.

Black Bushes is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. It offers numerous walking trails and paths that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting surroundings. These trails vary in difficulty, catering to both casual strollers and more experienced hikers.

The forest is also renowned for its wildlife, with numerous species of birds, mammals, and insects calling it home. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of species, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and various songbirds. Mammals such as deer, foxes, and badgers can also be seen in the early morning or evening hours.

Overall, Black Bushes offers a tranquil and serene escape from the bustling city life. Its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem make it an ideal destination for those seeking a connection with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.26058/-0.10512029 or Grid Reference TQ3252. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

M23/M25 Intersection The huge multi-level junction of the M25 and M23 near Merstham, which totally dominates this square.
M23/M25 Intersection
The huge multi-level junction of the M25 and M23 near Merstham, which totally dominates this square.
Trig Point near Chaldon Trig point with Reigate Hill, with its twin transmitter masts in the background.
Trig Point near Chaldon
Trig point with Reigate Hill, with its twin transmitter masts in the background.
Caterham School Caterham prep and senior school, founded in 1811, provides co-educational schooling from the age of 3 to 18. The current school is a merger of two schools - Caterham Boys' school, founded in 1811, and Eothen girls' school, founded in 1892.
Caterham School
Caterham prep and senior school, founded in 1811, provides co-educational schooling from the age of 3 to 18. The current school is a merger of two schools - Caterham Boys' school, founded in 1811, and Eothen girls' school, founded in 1892.
Water Tower on Gravelly Hill One of many water towers that can be seen on the North Downs. Most as this one have found a new use in recent times as mobile phone masts.
Water Tower on Gravelly Hill
One of many water towers that can be seen on the North Downs. Most as this one have found a new use in recent times as mobile phone masts.
View Point on the North Downs Near Caterham Some stunning views are seen off the edge of the North Downs from this viewing area. The line of trucks that can be seen in the middle distance is the M25, snarled up yet again because of an accident.
View Point on the North Downs Near Caterham
Some stunning views are seen off the edge of the North Downs from this viewing area. The line of trucks that can be seen in the middle distance is the M25, snarled up yet again because of an accident.
Enjoying the View, Near Caterham A couple enjoy the view from this viewpoint near Caterham.
Enjoying the View, Near Caterham
A couple enjoy the view from this viewpoint near Caterham.
Farmland, not far from Chaldon Arable land near Chaldon, taken on the junction with Spring Bottom Lane. The black spot in the sky is actually an approaching Chinook helicopter, a common sight seen in these parts as the edge of the downs/M25 corridor is a common helicopter route.
Farmland, not far from Chaldon
Arable land near Chaldon, taken on the junction with Spring Bottom Lane. The black spot in the sky is actually an approaching Chinook helicopter, a common sight seen in these parts as the edge of the downs/M25 corridor is a common helicopter route.
Countryside road junction near Chaldon This junction is one of many on the narrow country roads that link this area. The road branching off is marked as Spring Bottom Lane.
Countryside road junction near Chaldon
This junction is one of many on the narrow country roads that link this area. The road branching off is marked as Spring Bottom Lane.
Road junction in a housing area near Chaldon A road junction on Roffe's Lane.
Road junction in a housing area near Chaldon
A road junction on Roffe's Lane.
M25, near a road crossing The M25 motorway cuts through this square. The copse in the distance is called Black Bushes and bales of hay can be seen in nearby fields, wrapped ready for winter storage. Also shown are the new crash barriers that are being installed on many of the bridges after a lorry crashed into a bridge a few years ago causing major structural damage.
M25, near a road crossing
The M25 motorway cuts through this square. The copse in the distance is called Black Bushes and bales of hay can be seen in nearby fields, wrapped ready for winter storage. Also shown are the new crash barriers that are being installed on many of the bridges after a lorry crashed into a bridge a few years ago causing major structural damage.
Brewer Street Farm House This building, believed to be the oldest surviving building in the area, dates back to medieval times.
Brewer Street Farm House
This building, believed to be the oldest surviving building in the area, dates back to medieval times.
A Pond near Pendell Court This murky pond is on the grounds of nearby Pendell Court school and is just off Pendell Road.
A Pond near Pendell Court
This murky pond is on the grounds of nearby Pendell Court school and is just off Pendell Road.
A Sharp Corner in the road near the M23 Merstham Road does a dog-leg here where it performs a 90 degree turn to avoid the M23. In reality, the road was shaped like this long before the M23 came along.
A Sharp Corner in the road near the M23
Merstham Road does a dog-leg here where it performs a 90 degree turn to avoid the M23. In reality, the road was shaped like this long before the M23 came along.
Spynes Mere Nature Reserve This lake came as a bit of a surprise as it's not on any of my maps, neither is it on the online Ordnance Survey maps! Up until recently this was a sand pit, but it was leased to Surrey Wildlife Trust in 1993. The sand pit has been flooded to form this lake.
Spynes Mere Nature Reserve
This lake came as a bit of a surprise as it's not on any of my maps, neither is it on the online Ordnance Survey maps! Up until recently this was a sand pit, but it was leased to Surrey Wildlife Trust in 1993. The sand pit has been flooded to form this lake.
Narrow Bridge over M25 This narrow bridge over the M25 serves some farms situated at the edge of the North Downs.
Narrow Bridge over M25
This narrow bridge over the M25 serves some farms situated at the edge of the North Downs.
A country pub in Surrey Popular with walkers on the adjoining Pilgrims Way. Several fine real ales served and also food.
A country pub in Surrey
Popular with walkers on the adjoining Pilgrims Way. Several fine real ales served and also food.
A field with some horses This picture sums up this square neatly. The northern third of the square contains some very large houses, interspersed with some paddocks with horses. Then, the square is sliced neatly by the M25. Beyond that are some trees before the ground turns into the desolate wastes of a sand pit. The sand pit is relatively new and isn't reflected on Ordnance Survey maps - much of the south of the square has completely changed - a lane entitled Green Lane Track is no longer there neither it seems is the copse entitled Big Pickle.
A field with some horses
This picture sums up this square neatly. The northern third of the square contains some very large houses, interspersed with some paddocks with horses. Then, the square is sliced neatly by the M25. Beyond that are some trees before the ground turns into the desolate wastes of a sand pit. The sand pit is relatively new and isn't reflected on Ordnance Survey maps - much of the south of the square has completely changed - a lane entitled Green Lane Track is no longer there neither it seems is the copse entitled Big Pickle.
Hockey training at Caterham School All-weather pitch and School's Sports Centre beyond. Looking West from Harestone Valley Road. Main school buildings are other side of road, directly opposite.
Hockey training at Caterham School
All-weather pitch and School's Sports Centre beyond. Looking West from Harestone Valley Road. Main school buildings are other side of road, directly opposite.
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Black Bushes is located at Grid Ref: TQ3252 (Lat: 51.26058, Lng: -0.10512029)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Tandridge

Police Authority: Surrey

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