Bagmoor Common

Downs, Moorland in Surrey Waverley

England

Bagmoor Common

Barn at Oxenford Grange It was built in 1843 by Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin in Medieval Gothic style of sandstone rubble with ashlar dressings. It has a plain tiled roof, part restored, with ridge cresting and gable end pinnacles. It is rectangular, with pentice roofed aisle extensions to side. There are five bays with gabled, opposing, entrances to centre, offset flanking buttresses and octagonal gable finial. There are rectangular breathers to both and sides, three to either side alternating with buttresses. There are double doors to centre on both sides with stable doors to side. Interior - main roof trusses on corbels with cross braced roof <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101334359" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101334359">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> — Barn at Oxenford Grange Credit: John Baker

Bagmoor Common is a picturesque area located in Surrey, England. Covering a vast expanse of land, it consists of a combination of downs and moorland, offering visitors a diverse and captivating natural landscape. The common is situated in close proximity to the village of Bagmoor, which adds to its charm and accessibility.

The downs in Bagmoor Common are characterized by their gently rolling hills, covered in lush grass and dotted with wildflowers. These open spaces provide a serene and peaceful atmosphere, making them ideal for leisurely walks and picnics. The moorland, on the other hand, is more rugged and untamed, featuring heather-covered hills, interspersed with pockets of dense woodland.

The common is home to a variety of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. Visitors can spot a wide range of bird species, including skylarks, kestrels, and buzzards, soaring high above the common. Additionally, various wild animals such as rabbits, foxes, and deer can be spotted foraging amidst the undergrowth.

Bagmoor Common also boasts several walking trails and footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Bagmoor Village and the distant Surrey Hills. The common is also a popular destination for photography, as it provides ample opportunities to capture the natural beauty of the area.

In summary, Bagmoor Common in Surrey is a captivating natural landscape, combining downs and moorland to create a diverse and scenic environment. With its abundance of wildlife, walking trails, and stunning views, it is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a peaceful and immersive experience in nature.

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Bagmoor Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.172766/-0.67510679 or Grid Reference SU9242. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barn at Oxenford Grange

It was built in 1843 by Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin in Medieval Gothic style of sandstone rubble with ashlar dressings. It has a plain tiled roof, part restored, with ridge cresting and gable end pinnacles. It is rectangular, with pentice roofed aisle extensions to side. There are five bays with gabled, opposing, entrances to centre, offset flanking buttresses and octagonal gable finial. There are rectangular breathers to both and sides, three to either side alternating with buttresses. There are double doors to centre on both sides with stable doors to side. Interior - main roof trusses on corbels with cross braced roof Link

John Baker

Chippie in Portsmouth Road

Fish and chip shops are a great British institution. In the 16th century Iberian refugees in London began selling white fish fried in a thin coat of flour. Friday became a particularly busy day as both Jews and Catholics wanted cooked fish that day. A hundred years later, Hugenots brought their fondness for fried potato to the capital. Joseph Malin opened the first chippy in Bethnal Green during the 1860s. Today there are more than 10,000 in England alone.

Basher Eyre

Bus stop at the junction of Guildford and Portsmouth Roads

Bus stops range from a simple sign with the number of the bus and the company operating the service to elaborate structures that have an architectural pedigree all of their own. These days they are often linked via computer to the bus and the depot and display the waiting time in minutes.

Basher Eyre

Elstead Common

Nature reserve with blooming gorse beside a heathland pond.

Colin Smith

Elstead Common - Pond

Nature reserve and heathland - reflective scene on the edge of coniferous woodland.

Colin Smith

Elstead Common

Small pond on heathland in a nature reserve.

Colin Smith

Pirri-pirri bur, Acaena novae-zelandiae

An alien from New Zealand. The bur stage comes later as the seeds form. It has clover-like flower heads, but the tiny flowers are not clover-like, nor are the leaves. I have only seen this in similar Surrey locations e.g. SU9167 : Plant in Swinley Forest, although it apparently crops up quite widely.

Robin Webster

Former Webb Road

No longer a road connecting with the A3 beyond, now a bridleway.

Robin Webster

End of bridleway 593 and A3 crossing point, Witley Common

Bridleway 593 was formerly Webb Road. There is a hazardous crossing point here of the busy dual carriageway to a path parallel with the A3 on the other side.

Robin Webster