Cramhurst

Settlement in Surrey Waverley

England

Cramhurst

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. — Chippie in Portsmouth Road Credit: Basher Eyre

Cramhurst is a charming village located in the county of Surrey, England. Situated approximately 30 miles southwest of London, the village is nestled in the beautiful Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With its picturesque landscapes and tranquil atmosphere, Cramhurst is a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village is known for its historic buildings and quaint architecture, which date back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The traditional houses, many of which are constructed with local stone, add to the village's unique charm. The centerpiece of Cramhurst is its village green, a well-maintained open space where residents and visitors can relax and enjoy the surrounding beauty.

Cramhurst offers a range of amenities to cater to its residents' needs. The village boasts a local pub, which serves as a social hub for the community, as well as a village shop that provides essential groceries and supplies. The nearby town of Guildford, just a short drive away, offers a wider array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Cramhurst is a paradise. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, verdant meadows, and dense woodlands, making it an ideal location for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. Popular walking trails, such as the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way, pass through the area, offering stunning views of the countryside.

Cramhurst's idyllic setting and close proximity to London make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle while still having access to the amenities of a major city.

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Cramhurst Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.160529/-0.65626541 or Grid Reference SU9441. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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

At last!!!

Taken at the junction of Roke Lane and Sunnydown as it rains for the first time in MONTHS

Basher Eyre

Milford station

Looking towards London on the Portsmouth Direct Line.

Robin Webster

Level crossing by Milford station

Looking towards Portsmouth on the Portsmouth Direct Line.

Robin Webster

The Star pub, Wheeler Street

On the corner of Wheeler Lane and Petworth Road (A283).

Robin Webster

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