The Pickering Plantation

Downs, Moorland in Surrey Mole Valley

England

The Pickering Plantation

Bagden Farm Major works in progress at Bagden Farm.
Bagden Farm Credit: James Emmans

The Pickering Plantation, located in Surrey, specifically in the areas of Downs and Moorland, is a historically significant site that offers a glimpse into the region's rich past. This plantation holds great importance due to its association with the Pickering family, who were prominent landowners in Surrey during the 18th and 19th centuries.

The Pickering Plantation is known for its stunning architectural features, showcasing the grandeur and elegance of the Georgian period. The main house, constructed in the Georgian style, boasts intricate detailing and a symmetrical design. The surrounding gardens and grounds are meticulously maintained, further enhancing the overall charm of the plantation.

The plantation also holds historical significance with its agricultural practices. It was one of the major centers of silk production in the region during the 18th century. The Pickering family played a vital role in promoting and expanding silk production, making the plantation a hub of activity for sericulture.

Today, the Pickering Plantation stands as a testament to the region's past and serves as a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can explore the beautifully preserved house and gardens, giving them a glimpse into the lives of the affluent landowners of the time. Guided tours provide in-depth information about the history and significance of the plantation.

The Pickering Plantation in Surrey is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in experiencing the grandeur of the Georgian era. It offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and appreciate the beauty and cultural heritage of the region.

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The Pickering Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.256161/-0.33046131 or Grid Reference TQ1652. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bagden Farm Major works in progress at Bagden Farm.
Bagden Farm
Major works in progress at Bagden Farm.
Public footpath near Phoenice Cottages Popular footpath through the stunning Surrey Hills.
Public footpath near Phoenice Cottages
Popular footpath through the stunning Surrey Hills.
Footpath towards Old Dene Cottages Entering grassland from Chapelhill Woods.
Footpath towards Old Dene Cottages
Entering grassland from Chapelhill Woods.
Keepers Cottage Property on the northern edge of Ranmore Common. Ranmore Common Road is a rural lane with passing places.
Keepers Cottage
Property on the northern edge of Ranmore Common. Ranmore Common Road is a rural lane with passing places.
Footpath to Deepdene Station An unusual route passing through gardens and passing a private house.
Footpath to Deepdene Station
An unusual route passing through gardens and passing a private house.
Pixham Scout Centre Scout hut off Pixham Lane, home to the 3rd Dorking (Pixham) Scout Group.
Pixham Scout Centre
Scout hut off Pixham Lane, home to the 3rd Dorking (Pixham) Scout Group.
Mercure Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel
Mercure Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel
Underbridge across Dorking and Leatherhead Railway Footpath Mickleham 18 leads off Mickleham footpath 4 immediately passing under the former Horsham, Dorking and Leatherhead Railway towards the A24 and Mickleham village.  The bridge is surprisingly capacious and perhaps once provided occupation access to the meadows along the east side of the river Mole.
Underbridge across Dorking and Leatherhead Railway
Footpath Mickleham 18 leads off Mickleham footpath 4 immediately passing under the former Horsham, Dorking and Leatherhead Railway towards the A24 and Mickleham village. The bridge is surprisingly capacious and perhaps once provided occupation access to the meadows along the east side of the river Mole.
Westhumble Chapel Scheduled Monument, cared for by the National Trust since 1937. The chapel was founded at the end of the twelfth century and desecrated three centuries later.
Westhumble Chapel
Scheduled Monument, cared for by the National Trust since 1937. The chapel was founded at the end of the twelfth century and desecrated three centuries later.
Denbies Vineyard The land train, which takes visitors around the estate. The tour takes fifty minutes.
Denbies Vineyard
The land train, which takes visitors around the estate. The tour takes fifty minutes.
Denbies Vineyard Passengers in the Land Rover, which hauls the land train. I would have been concerned had they been occupying the driver's seat.
Denbies Vineyard
Passengers in the Land Rover, which hauls the land train. I would have been concerned had they been occupying the driver's seat.
Viewed over parched Chapel Lane valley View from footpath Wootton 105 across the parched National Trust-owned landscape between Polesden Lacey and Westhumble village. The footpath leads through the kissing gate into a rather narrow defile along the north edge of the woodland.
Viewed over parched Chapel Lane valley
View from footpath Wootton 105 across the parched National Trust-owned landscape between Polesden Lacey and Westhumble village. The footpath leads through the kissing gate into a rather narrow defile along the north edge of the woodland.
Denbies Vineyard Track alongside the southernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.  In the distance is Box Hill.
Denbies Vineyard
Track alongside the southernmost section of Denbies Vineyard. In the distance is Box Hill.
Denbies Vineyard Track alongside the southernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard
Track alongside the southernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard Track alongside the southernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard
Track alongside the southernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard Looking along the westernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard
Looking along the westernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard Looking along rows of vines in the westernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard
Looking along rows of vines in the westernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard Looking along rows of vines in the westernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
Denbies Vineyard
Looking along rows of vines in the westernmost section of Denbies Vineyard.
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The Pickering Plantation is located at Grid Ref: TQ1652 (Lat: 51.256161, Lng: -0.33046131)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Mole Valley

Police Authority: Surrey

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.256161,-0.33046131
Crossing
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Pilgrim Cycles
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Fanny Burney
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Defibrillator
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Speed Camera
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Speed Camera
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Bench
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Foxbury Shaw
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