Furze Field

Wood, Forest in Surrey Tandridge

England

Furze Field

Cook's Pond Viaduct Dormans Park. Confusingly, the water is now called Wilderness Lake. This Surrey County Council page <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.surreycc.gov.uk/sccwebsite/sccwspublications.nsf/WebLookupFileResourcesByUNID/docidD191D18A952E56438025704300522D14?openDocument" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.surreycc.gov.uk/sccwebsite/sccwspublications.nsf/WebLookupFileResourcesByUNID/docidD191D18A952E56438025704300522D14?openDocument">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> states that the viaduct is the largest structure on the Croydon to East Grinstead railway. — Cook's Pond Viaduct Credit: Roger W Haworth

Furze Field is a picturesque woodland located in Surrey, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a significant natural habitat for various plant and animal species. The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, predominantly oak and birch, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere.

The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of leaf litter and moss, providing a rich ecosystem for numerous small mammals, such as voles, shrews, and squirrels. Additionally, the woodland is home to a diverse range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Furze Field boasts a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the woodland and enjoy the natural beauty it has to offer. The paths wind their way through the trees, leading to open clearings and secluded spots, perfect for picnicking or simply immersing oneself in nature.

The wildlife in Furze Field is abundant and easily observable due to the careful preservation and conservation efforts undertaken by local authorities. The woodland is carefully managed to maintain its ecological balance, ensuring the survival of its diverse flora and fauna.

Furze Field provides a valuable recreational space for local residents and visitors alike, offering opportunities for walking, jogging, and nature appreciation. Its proximity to urban areas makes it easily accessible, attracting nature enthusiasts seeking solace from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Overall, Furze Field is a captivating woodland that serves as a vital natural habitat, offering a peaceful retreat for both wildlife and humans alike.

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Furze Field Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.144984/0.004432989 or Grid Reference TQ4040. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cook's Pond Viaduct

Dormans Park. Confusingly, the water is now called Wilderness Lake. This Surrey County Council page Link

states that the viaduct is the largest structure on the Croydon to East Grinstead railway.

Roger W Haworth

Dormans railway station

A down train, ie. towards East Grinstead is standing in the station.

Roger W Haworth

Dormans station, Surrey

This quiet station in the south-east corner of Surrey is on the East Grinstead line, and attracts many park-and-ride commuters to London. But since there is no station car park, these commuters park along the road past the station, which does not make things easy for other road-users.

Dr Neil Clifton

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.

Dr Neil Clifton

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.

Robin Webster

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.

Robin Webster

Footpath furniture

The small stone to the right of the bench marks the Greenwich meridian, and was placed to mark the millennium by the Lingfield & Dormansland parish council.

Robin Webster

Lingfield golf course & racecourse

The circuit rails of the racecourse are clear, but lower down, through the trees beyond the golfers, just visible are the rails of the straight start spur.

Robin Webster

Looking into the eastern hemisphere

The stone at left marks the Greenwich meridian, and was placed to mark the millennium.

Robin Webster

Greenwich meridian marker stone

Inscribed "2000 A.D. TO MARK THE 0° MERIDIAN LINE ERECTED BY LINGFIELD & DORMANSLAND PARISH COUNCIL"

Robin Webster

Round the bend to Dormans station

Viewed from the bridleway bridge.

Robin Webster

Bridleway to Lingfield

Crossing the golf course here, or more accurately, the golf course has been built on both sides of the bridleway.

Robin Webster

Dormans Railway Station

Stacey Harris

Corduroy Road at Dormans Park

This 'Corduroy Road' is a reconstruction of a prehistoric path across swampy ground on Public Footpath 426, Dormansland. The earliest evidence of these roads is dated at around 4000BC from near Glastonbury and they were well used up to and including Roman times. This one was built by volunteers from the East Surrey Ramblers group. For more information please visit Link

Tom Walsingham

Lingfield Park Racecourse

Six furlongs to go. Lingfield Park Racecourse looking down the main straight towards the grandstand.

Tom Walsingham

Railway towards Dormans station

The road bridge is number HGG1 871, with Dormans station beyond. There is a 40 limit through the station. The view is from a public footpath from Dormans Park estate. The path closely parallels the railway, and appears to be formed from the edge of the railway property - probably a railway investment to assist customers to their station.

Robin Webster

Railway looking north, Dormans Park

A view from the bridge carrying one of the principal roads in the estate - The Approach.

Robin Webster

Railway looking south, Dormans Park

A view from the bridge carrying The Approach, Dormans Park. Down the line is the Cooks Pond Viaduct, much better seen in TQ3940 : Cook's Pond Viaduct.

Robin Webster

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Furze Field is located at Grid Ref: TQ4040 (Lat: 51.144984, Lng: 0.004432989)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Tandridge

Police Authority: Surrey