Aorangi Park

Downs, Moorland in Surrey

England

Aorangi Park

The Cappagh Stand in Plough Lane Stadium Plough Lane Stadium is the home of AFC Wimbledon. — The Cappagh Stand in Plough Lane Stadium Credit: Steve Daniels

Aorangi Park is a picturesque public park located in Surrey, England. Situated on the Surrey Downs, the park spans across a vast area, encompassing both lush green meadows and rolling moorland. Offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, Aorangi Park is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The park boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, with wildflowers, shrubs, and trees providing a vibrant and colorful landscape. The meadows are particularly renowned for their stunning displays of bluebells and daffodils during the spring season. Visitors can also spot various species of birds and small animals, adding to the park's natural charm.

Aorangi Park offers a plethora of recreational activities and amenities for visitors of all ages. The well-maintained walking trails and footpaths provide excellent opportunities for hiking, jogging, or leisurely strolls amidst the tranquil surroundings. Additionally, the park features picnic areas, perfect for enjoying a meal or a relaxing afternoon with family and friends.

For sports enthusiasts, Aorangi Park offers several sports facilities, including tennis courts, football pitches, and cricket grounds. These amenities attract both amateur and professional athletes, who can be seen honing their skills or participating in friendly matches.

Aorangi Park is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and public transportation links nearby. The park's serene atmosphere and stunning scenery make it an ideal destination for a day out in nature, where visitors can unwind, connect with the environment, and enjoy the beauty of Surrey's Downs and Moorland.

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Aorangi Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.435958/-0.21458434 or Grid Reference TQ2472. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Cappagh Stand in Plough Lane Stadium

Plough Lane Stadium is the home of AFC Wimbledon.

Steve Daniels

The Cherry Red Records Stand in Plough Lane Stadium

Plough Lane Stadium is the home of AFC Wimbledon.

Steve Daniels

The Cherry Red Records End in Plough Lane Stadium

Plough Lane Stadium is the home of AFC Wimbledon.

Steve Daniels

Houses in Church Road, Wimbledon

The view is north-east, towards the junction with Lancaster Road and St Mary's church. Along Church Road itself not a lot has changed since I knew it as a child - but throughout the area little streets have been squeezed in behind the old street frontages, and new dwellings built on what were once the gardens of large properties.

Stefan Czapski

Footbridge over the railway

This bridge links through from Allt Grove (a little stub of a street off Worple Road) to Dundonald Road on the SE side of the railway. I've known this bridge for over 50 years, and remembered a passageway that led to it - starting from a point opposite the forecourt of Wimbledon station and running alongside the 'Railway Tavern'. Walking around the area for the first time in many years I was surprised to find that the passageway still exists, threading through between tall commercial buildings that now occupy the site. The pub has vanished without trace.

Stefan Czapski

Scio Pond

Had I arrived a couple of minutes previously, I might have photographed a kingfisher sitting on this sign. At least I managed a distant photograph, a few minutes later.

Peter Trimming