East Shalford

Settlement in Surrey Guildford

England

East Shalford

The British Pullman at Shalford Bulleid Pacific No. 35028 &#039;Clan Line&#039; enters Shalford Station with the &#039;British Pullman&#039; dining train on its circular trip through the Surrey hills. The train is due to stop here to replenish its tender from a fire engine in the station yard. The fire engine is operated by a company that organises water refills for steam locomotives at planned stopping places in their itinerary, now that no facilities exist at stations any more. — The British Pullman at Shalford Credit: Bob Walters

East Shalford is a picturesque village located in the county of Surrey, England. Situated on the banks of the River Wey, it is part of the larger Shalford parish and is approximately 3 miles southwest of the town of Guildford. The village is known for its charming rural setting and historic architecture, making it a popular destination for visitors seeking a tranquil retreat from the bustling city.

Characterized by its traditional English cottages and period houses, East Shalford exudes a timeless charm. The village is surrounded by lush countryside, offering residents and visitors numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and boating along the river.

East Shalford boasts a strong sense of community, with a local church, primary school, and a handful of small businesses catering to the needs of the residents. The village also benefits from excellent transportation links, with a nearby train station connecting it to major towns and cities in the region.

In terms of amenities, East Shalford benefits from the close proximity to Guildford, which offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Additionally, the village is within easy reach of the beautiful Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing residents with stunning landscapes and opportunities for outdoor exploration.

Overall, East Shalford's idyllic setting, rich history, and close-knit community make it a highly desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a quintessential English village experience.

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East Shalford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.216457/-0.551789 or Grid Reference TQ0147. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The British Pullman at Shalford

Bulleid Pacific No. 35028 'Clan Line' enters Shalford Station with the 'British Pullman' dining train on its circular trip through the Surrey hills. The train is due to stop here to replenish its tender from a fire engine in the station yard. The fire engine is operated by a company that organises water refills for steam locomotives at planned stopping places in their itinerary, now that no facilities exist at stations any more.

Bob Walters

Guildford - Chantries

Descending from Chantries Wood on the Greensand Ridge towards Shalford Mill in the Tillingbourne Valley below.

Colin Smith

Shalford Mill

Historic (18C) water mill on the Tillingbourne at Shalford village. It is owned by the National Trust and undergoing conservation work (2022).

Colin Smith

Shalford - Historic Cottage

Timber-framed old building on The Street opposite The Seahorse inn.

Colin Smith

Shalford - The Seahorse

Village pub dating from late 17th century, sited on The Street, close to the parish church. Link

Colin Smith

Shalford - Old Toll House

Historic building on the Guildford-Horsham road with a jettied first floor room which is above the pavement.

Colin Smith

Shalford - The Queen Victoria

A popular village pub beside Shalford Railway Station.

Colin Smith

Shalford - Railway Station

On the North Downs Line, Shalford Station caters for trains to Guildford and Reading in one direction, plus to Redhill and Gatwick Airport the other way.

Colin Smith

Shalford - Village Sign

Pictorial sign showing St Christopher carrying the Christ Child through a shallow ford (hence Shalford).

Colin Smith

Shalford - Swift Tower

Swift nesting sculpture by Will Nash, on Shalford Common in the village centre. The whole pole is ca 10 metres high.

Colin Smith

Guildford - Chantries Wood

Information board at a line of sight through the woodland that affords a view of distant Guildford Cathedral.

Colin Smith

Shalford Mill - Tilling Bourne

Tilling Bourne is a tributary of the River Wey which flows past the village of Shalford and provides the water to power Shalford Mill.

Rob Farrow

Shalford Mill - Eastern faÃ§ade

This is the view of the mill that greets you as you walk towards it from 'The Street' (which is the A281).

Rob Farrow

Shalford Mill - Entrance

This is a view of the main entrance into Shalford Mill (which was closed when we visited). TQ0047 : Shalford Mill - Tilling Bourne feeds the mill with water which flows under the building from left to right as viewed here.

Rob Farrow

Shalford Mill - Side channel of Tilling Bourne

Tilling Bourne (see TQ0047 : Shalford Mill - Tilling Bourne) has a secondary, lesser channel immediately to the south of TQ0047 : Shalford Mill - Eastern façade.

Rob Farrow

Shalford - The Seahorse PH - road frontage

The Seahorse pub & restaurant in the village of Shalford is directly on the A281 through the village, where it is called 'The Street'. Their own website: Link

The building dates back to the C17th and is EH Grade II listed: Link

Rob Farrow