Five Gates Wood

Wood, Forest in Surrey Tandridge

England

Five Gates Wood

Sports pavilion in Felcourt Road, Felcourt.
Sports pavilion Credit: Roger W Haworth

Five Gates Wood is a picturesque forest located in Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a vibrant and lush landscape throughout the year.

The woodland is named after the five distinctive gates that mark its entrance points. These gates serve as a reminder of the area's rich history and are often a point of interest for visitors. The forest is intersected by a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to easily explore and appreciate the natural beauty it has to offer.

Five Gates Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching and animal spotting. Visitors may have the opportunity to see species such as deer, foxes, and various woodland birds in their natural habitat.

The wood provides a peaceful and tranquil setting, attracting visitors seeking solitude and a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It offers a range of recreational activities, including walking, jogging, and picnicking in designated areas. The forest is easily accessible, with ample parking available nearby.

Overall, Five Gates Wood is a delightful destination for nature lovers, offering a serene escape into the beauty of Surrey's woodlands. With its diverse flora and fauna, well-maintained trails, and rich history, it provides an enjoyable and educational experience for visitors of all ages.

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Five Gates Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.147812/-0.036136728 or Grid Reference TQ3740. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sports pavilion in Felcourt Road, Felcourt.
Sports pavilion
in Felcourt Road, Felcourt.
Foxes Lodge, Wadlands Brook Road, Surrey This is just north of the Surrey-Sussex border.  The bungalow sits in the angle formed by Felcourt Road and Wadlands Brook Road, the latter being the beginning of a bridleway which leads to Dormans station.
Foxes Lodge, Wadlands Brook Road, Surrey
This is just north of the Surrey-Sussex border. The bungalow sits in the angle formed by Felcourt Road and Wadlands Brook Road, the latter being the beginning of a bridleway which leads to Dormans station.
The Little House, Felcourt Road, Surrey That is the name, as it appears on a board outside the substantial house, centre left in the picture.  The road from East Grinstead is behind the photographer, whilst straight ahead leads to Lingfield.
The Little House, Felcourt Road, Surrey
That is the name, as it appears on a board outside the substantial house, centre left in the picture. The road from East Grinstead is behind the photographer, whilst straight ahead leads to Lingfield.
Jeff's Lake, Beaver Fishery, Surrey Beaver's Fishery is a network of lakes just off the A22 some distance north of the Surrey-Sussex border, where coarse fishing can be enjoyed by all standards of anglers.
Jeff's Lake, Beaver Fishery, Surrey
Beaver's Fishery is a network of lakes just off the A22 some distance north of the Surrey-Sussex border, where coarse fishing can be enjoyed by all standards of anglers.
Oakcroft residential cattery, Surrey If the immaculate condition of the grounds is any guide, your pet will be well looked after if you leave it here while you are on holiday.
Oakcroft residential cattery, Surrey
If the immaculate condition of the grounds is any guide, your pet will be well looked after if you leave it here while you are on holiday.
Footpath alongside a field of maize, Surrey
Footpath alongside a field of maize, Surrey
Bridleway near Garfield Farm, Surrey Garfield Farm is just off the eastern side of the A22 not far north of the Surrey-Sussex border.  There is much animal activity around here:  Garfield Farm provides boarding kennels, hounds for hunting are kept nearby and there are stables.
Bridleway near Garfield Farm, Surrey
Garfield Farm is just off the eastern side of the A22 not far north of the Surrey-Sussex border. There is much animal activity around here: Garfield Farm provides boarding kennels, hounds for hunting are kept nearby and there are stables.
Hedgecourt Lake, Surrey Hedgecourt Lake, also known as Domewood Lake, lies just north of the A264.  Presumably it is used for fishing, although I did not see any anglers there - just plenty of water birds and a sleepy swan.
Hedgecourt Lake, Surrey
Hedgecourt Lake, also known as Domewood Lake, lies just north of the A264. Presumably it is used for fishing, although I did not see any anglers there - just plenty of water birds and a sleepy swan.
Hedgecourt Lake Tree-fringed lake by Felbridge. The foreground is used by anglers. The lake in the distance is used by yachtsmen.
Hedgecourt Lake
Tree-fringed lake by Felbridge. The foreground is used by anglers. The lake in the distance is used by yachtsmen.
Hedgecourt Lake Also known locally as Domewood Lake.
Hedgecourt Lake
Also known locally as Domewood Lake.
Gulliver's Rest Café The Café is in the grounds of Maidenhead Aquatics @ East Grinstead hence the pond plants in the foreground
Gulliver's Rest Café
The Café is in the grounds of Maidenhead Aquatics @ East Grinstead hence the pond plants in the foreground
The Cottage So says the name plaque on this cottage at the footpath corner. The footpath goes left, and becomes Wadlands Brook Road, although only a track here.
The Cottage
So says the name plaque on this cottage at the footpath corner. The footpath goes left, and becomes Wadlands Brook Road, although only a track here.
Two bridges The near bridge takes the public bridleway over a side stream of the one seen at right. There is a far steel bridge over the main stream, possibly an old lorry deck frame, but lacking the deck and blocked with a garden fence at one end.
Two bridges
The near bridge takes the public bridleway over a side stream of the one seen at right. There is a far steel bridge over the main stream, possibly an old lorry deck frame, but lacking the deck and blocked with a garden fence at one end.
Blackberry Road Up-market houses on the left, woods or open parkland on the right.
Blackberry Road
Up-market houses on the left, woods or open parkland on the right.
Wire Mill Lake Now a fishing lake, also equipped for water skiing.
Wire Mill Lake
Now a fishing lake, also equipped for water skiing.
Wire Mill pub - rear view On the site of the wire mill, and at least partly converted from it.
Wire Mill pub - rear view
On the site of the wire mill, and at least partly converted from it.
Hedgerow trees The public footpath dog-legs along the hedge line.
Hedgerow trees
The public footpath dog-legs along the hedge line.
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Five Gates Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ3740 (Lat: 51.147812, Lng: -0.036136728)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Tandridge

Police Authority: Surrey

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