Barton Shaw

Wood, Forest in Surrey Tandridge

England

Barton Shaw

Radio masts and reservoir A familiar sight when driving south out of Warlingham down towards Oxted. The ridge of the North Downs has numerous radio masts, dating back to WWII. — Radio masts and reservoir Credit: Nigel Freeman

Barton Shaw is a picturesque woodland area located in Surrey, England. Nestled in the heart of the county, this serene forest offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Spread over a vast area, Barton Shaw is known for its dense tree cover, diverse wildlife, and captivating natural beauty.

The woodland consists predominantly of oak, beech, and birch trees, creating a rich tapestry of colors throughout the seasons. Walking through the forest, visitors are greeted with a peaceful ambiance and the gentle rustling of leaves underfoot. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, adding a splash of vibrant hues to the landscape.

Barton Shaw is home to a wide range of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The forest provides a habitat for deer, foxes, badgers, squirrels, and an array of bird species including woodpeckers, owls, and finches. Exploring the winding trails within the woodland, visitors may be lucky enough to spot these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

The forest offers various recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. Walking and cycling trails meander through the woods, allowing enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. There are also designated picnic areas where families and friends can relax and enjoy a meal surrounded by the peaceful ambiance of the forest.

Barton Shaw, Surrey, is a true haven for nature lovers and those seeking solace in the beauty of the great outdoors. With its breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife, it is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to reconnect with nature.

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Barton Shaw Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.272466/0.010951045 or Grid Reference TQ4054. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Radio masts and reservoir

A familiar sight when driving south out of Warlingham down towards Oxted. The ridge of the North Downs has numerous radio masts, dating back to WWII.

Nigel Freeman

Railway Bridge, near Oxted

A railway bridge where the road passes under the railway on the approach to Oxted

Hywel Williams

Quarry, looking down from the top

Looking down from the edge of the quarry that occupies much of this square.

Hywel Williams

Botley Hill Farmhouse Public House

A tea-room back in the 80s, but now a pub offering a range of entertainments.

Richard Mascall

Botley Hill junction of B269 and B2024, CR6

Looking west from B2024 Clarks Lane. The B269 goes down Titsey Hill to the left, and, as Croydon Road, northwest towards Warlingham.

Philip Talmage

Radio aerials and water reservoir

The Woldingham Water Reservoir is a landmark from all around.

Nigel Freeman

Narrow steep road past the quarry

The road allows you to descend from the north Downs at Woldingham to Oxted

Nigel Freeman

St. Mary the Virgin, Oxted and Cemetery

St. Mary's, Oxted was built in stages, with the earliest section being built over 900 years ago. It has quite a large cemetery, pictured here.

Hywel Williams

Oxted fire station

Oxted fire station, Potters Sandpit, Oxted, Surrey is easily missed travelling along East Hill - it is tucked away up a small lane.

Kevin Hale

Railway bridge

Railway bridge over the road leaving Oxted travelling north.

Brian Green

Railway Bridge, Bluehouse Lane

Bluehouse Lane Oxted, with a dip in the road under the railway bridge to increase the clearance for vehicles under the bridge; Oxted Station Approach is to the right - before the bridge.

Brian Green

Cedar tree, burial ground Oxted

Besides this large Atlas Cedar tree, there are numerous other specimen trees in this vicinity and it could, perhaps, be classed as an arboretum.

Brian Green

Botley Hill trig point

The highest trig point on the North Downs (benchmark at 266.88m), and until recently most references claimed that this also marked the highest point of the whole of the North Downs. However, in practice, this is not the case. Firstly the land seems to rise slightly to the east, and there is another area slightly to the west which also lies above the 265m contour, with the same 267m spot height (although older maps give the latter point a slightly lower height than the trig point when measured in feet). But more significantly, old 1 inch maps show a spot height of 882 feet next to the water tower in the next square over (see TQ3855 : Woldingham water tower), compared with only 877 feet at the trig point, implying that the true summit point of the North Downs could well be there. This has since been confirmed by surveys. Unfortunately, views to the south at this point are blocked by the woodland of Titsey Plantation, and the nature of the plateau means that the expected view north over London is not available. Behind is one of a number of masts near Botley Hill, this one beside Botley Hill Farm.

Ian Capper

Botley Hill mast

Botley Hill Farm, now a pub, is to the right of the mast.

Ian Capper

Park Lane Cottages

The slight rise in the ground between the foreground and the cottages is often claimed to be the highest point on the North Downs, in that visitors to the trig point (see TQ3955 : Botley Hill trig point), whose spot height is the highest point marked on current maps, can see that this land is slightly higher than the trig point itself. In fact, old maps suggest that the true highest point is around 1km further west (see description that goes with TQ3955 : Botley Hill trig point for discussion). What is certain, though, is that this is the highest house on the North Downs.

Ian Capper

Woldingham water tower

Above the door is written ESW Co 1931 - the East Surrey Water Company now forms part of the larger Sutton and East Surrey Water Company. Old 1 inch maps point to this being the highest point on the North Downs, at (pre metric!) 882 feet (as opposed to the trig point in the next square to the east which until recently was normally claimed as the highest point - see TQ3955 : Botley Hill trig point for discussion), so presumably there is no problem with water pressure in Woldingham!

Ian Capper

Woldingham water tower and masts

The lie of the land means that it is not possible to photograph the three masts and the tower close up, without losing the base of the water tower as here (see TQ3855 : Woldingham water tower). This photo is taken from the Vanguard Way, a long distance footpath running from Croydon to Newhaven.

Ian Capper

The Ridge

This lane runs along the route of a trackway following the crest of the North Downs - this stretch on Botley Hill is the highest road on the North Downs. To the right is Titsey Plantation.

Ian Capper

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Barton Shaw is located at Grid Ref: TQ4054 (Lat: 51.272466, Lng: 0.010951045)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Tandridge

Police Authority: Surrey