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Birchen Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Tandridge

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Birchen Wood

The Jolly Farmer in Whitewood Lane, South Godstone. A circular, convex mirror stands opposite the pub to help motorists leaving the car park. This is actually an image in that mirror - see bottom left.
The Jolly Farmer Credit: Roger W Haworth

Birchen Wood, located in Surrey, England, is a picturesque and enchanting woodland area that spans across a considerable expanse of land. This ancient forest is a renowned natural gem, drawing in visitors from near and far to witness its captivating beauty and explore its diverse flora and fauna.

Covering an estimated area of several square kilometers, Birchen Wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees such as birch, oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead. The interwoven branches allow only fragments of golden sunlight to filter through, casting a magical glow over the forest floor. This creates an ideal habitat for a wide array of woodland creatures, including deer, foxes, badgers, and an abundance of bird species.

The forest floor itself is a carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the woodland's colorful and vibrant atmosphere. Tranquil streams meander through the woods, providing a serene backdrop and attracting small mammals, amphibians, and insects. These water sources also sustain the flourishing plant life, including rare orchids that bloom during the spring months, adding a touch of elegance to the landscape.

Birchen Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and wildlife photographers, who appreciate its untouched beauty and the opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. The woodland is also home to several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its depths and discover its hidden treasures.

Overall, Birchen Wood in Surrey is a haven of natural splendor and biodiversity, offering a captivating experience for all who venture into its enchanting embrace.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.203989/-0.073230092 or Grid Reference TQ3446. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Jolly Farmer in Whitewood Lane, South Godstone. A circular, convex mirror stands opposite the pub to help motorists leaving the car park. This is actually an image in that mirror - see bottom left.
The Jolly Farmer
in Whitewood Lane, South Godstone. A circular, convex mirror stands opposite the pub to help motorists leaving the car park. This is actually an image in that mirror - see bottom left.
Lower South Park A substantial old property near Godstone, connected via a bridleway to South Park itself
Lower South Park
A substantial old property near Godstone, connected via a bridleway to South Park itself
S K Camping and Leisure, Anglefield Corner, Surrey On the A22 south of Godstone. A vast range of equipment for the outdoor holiday enthusiast. There is also a garden centre adjoining.
S K Camping and Leisure, Anglefield Corner, Surrey
On the A22 south of Godstone. A vast range of equipment for the outdoor holiday enthusiast. There is also a garden centre adjoining.
Farmland near Byers Lane, Surrey Following the recent spell of good weather, the hay is already baled and ready for storage.
Farmland near Byers Lane, Surrey
Following the recent spell of good weather, the hay is already baled and ready for storage.
Whitewood Lane, Surrey Although Whitewood Lane is not a classified road, it carries a remarkably heavy flow of traffic, and it is unusual to see it without a car in view, even on a Sunday morning. The road forms a useful short cut from Godstone and Blindley Heath to the Horley-Gatwick-Crawley conurbation.
Whitewood Lane, Surrey
Although Whitewood Lane is not a classified road, it carries a remarkably heavy flow of traffic, and it is unusual to see it without a car in view, even on a Sunday morning. The road forms a useful short cut from Godstone and Blindley Heath to the Horley-Gatwick-Crawley conurbation.
Farmland off Gayhouse Lane, Surrey Following the warmest July on record, the hay harvest is already in and the field has been rough-ploughed preparatory for next season.
Farmland off Gayhouse Lane, Surrey
Following the warmest July on record, the hay harvest is already in and the field has been rough-ploughed preparatory for next season.
Bridleway alongside an oak wood, Surrey This lane is the western limb of a tangle of bridleways that straggle across country for many miles north and east of the village of Outwood. This western section probably sees less use by riders than the main network, as it debouches onto the rather busy Outwood Lane, a motor road where, sadly, not all drivers show proper courtesy to equestrians.
Bridleway alongside an oak wood, Surrey
This lane is the western limb of a tangle of bridleways that straggle across country for many miles north and east of the village of Outwood. This western section probably sees less use by riders than the main network, as it debouches onto the rather busy Outwood Lane, a motor road where, sadly, not all drivers show proper courtesy to equestrians.
Grounds of Harewood House, Surrey The usually lush green parkland is brown and parched after record July temperatures and very little rain.
Grounds of Harewood House, Surrey
The usually lush green parkland is brown and parched after record July temperatures and very little rain.
North Lodge, Harewood House, Surrey Many country-house lodges were built in very elaborate and decorative styles, but this one is much more utilitarian. It lies on the east side of the road connecting Outwood village with the A25.
North Lodge, Harewood House, Surrey
Many country-house lodges were built in very elaborate and decorative styles, but this one is much more utilitarian. It lies on the east side of the road connecting Outwood village with the A25.
Lane past Tanglewood Stables, Surrey Go for a ramble or cycle ride in this part of Surrey and you will very likely see more horses than cows, sheep or even motor cars. And most of the animals will be in first-class condition as befits this important horse-breeding and rearing area.
Lane past Tanglewood Stables, Surrey
Go for a ramble or cycle ride in this part of Surrey and you will very likely see more horses than cows, sheep or even motor cars. And most of the animals will be in first-class condition as befits this important horse-breeding and rearing area.
The road to Nowhere, Surrey Surprisingly this lane does not appear in any form at all on the 1:25000 map, nor is there any indication of anywhere it could serve. The gate is firmly padlocked. No farm stock or arable crop is visible.
The road to Nowhere, Surrey
Surprisingly this lane does not appear in any form at all on the 1:25000 map, nor is there any indication of anywhere it could serve. The gate is firmly padlocked. No farm stock or arable crop is visible.
Houses in Terra Cotta Road, Surrey Terra Cotta Road leads westwards off Tilburstow Hill Road. It continues past these houses to end in a small business park. These houses are probably the nearest you will get to 'affordable' houses in the Godstone area - but you will get a shock if you enquire the price.
Houses in Terra Cotta Road, Surrey
Terra Cotta Road leads westwards off Tilburstow Hill Road. It continues past these houses to end in a small business park. These houses are probably the nearest you will get to 'affordable' houses in the Godstone area - but you will get a shock if you enquire the price.
Little Chef restaurant, South Godstone, Surrey On the west side of the A22. I suppose some people must actually eat in these establishments, otherwise they would not be there.
Little Chef restaurant, South Godstone, Surrey
On the west side of the A22. I suppose some people must actually eat in these establishments, otherwise they would not be there.
Road and public footpath near Blindley Heath, Surrey This footpath is the southern leg of a group of paths which link the A22 eastwards across to Tandridge Lane. The path is metalled at the western end to give access to a small number of properties.
Road and public footpath near Blindley Heath, Surrey
This footpath is the southern leg of a group of paths which link the A22 eastwards across to Tandridge Lane. The path is metalled at the western end to give access to a small number of properties.
Paddocks, Tanglewood Stables
Paddocks, Tanglewood Stables
Grounds of Tanglewood Stables
Grounds of Tanglewood Stables
Pumping station This building would appear to have no door and no window. It is surrounded by high-security fencing through which I had to poke the camera to take the photograph.
Pumping station
This building would appear to have no door and no window. It is surrounded by high-security fencing through which I had to poke the camera to take the photograph.
Bridleway towards Lower South Park A well used, fenced bridleway connecting two roads, that could better be described as a green lane, and perhaps surprisingly is not classified as a byway.
Bridleway towards Lower South Park
A well used, fenced bridleway connecting two roads, that could better be described as a green lane, and perhaps surprisingly is not classified as a byway.
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Birchen Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ3446 (Lat: 51.203989, Lng: -0.073230092)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Tandridge

Police Authority: Surrey

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Birchen Wood
Landuse: forest
Lat/Long: 51.2044485/-0.0769674
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