Gatwick

Settlement in Surrey Guildford

England

Gatwick

View across The Tarn
View across The Tarn Credit: David Martin

Gatwick is a small town located in the county of Surrey, England. Situated approximately 30 miles south of Central London, it is best known as the home of London Gatwick Airport, the second busiest airport in the United Kingdom. Despite its association with the airport, Gatwick itself is a relatively quiet town with a population of around 5,000 residents.

The town of Gatwick primarily serves as a transport hub, offering convenient access to London and other parts of the country. London Gatwick Airport provides both domestic and international flights, connecting passengers to destinations all over the world. The airport is equipped with a range of facilities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and hotels, catering to the needs of travelers.

In addition to its transportation facilities, Gatwick is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it an attractive destination for nature enthusiasts. The town is located near the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which offers opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the scenic landscapes. There are also several parks and green spaces within Gatwick itself, providing residents and visitors with recreational areas to enjoy.

Gatwick offers a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The town has a small shopping center that caters to everyday needs, and there are also a few local pubs and restaurants offering a variety of cuisines. While Gatwick may not be as bustling as its neighboring cities, its proximity to London and its natural surroundings make it an appealing place to live or visit for those seeking a balance between urban convenience and rural tranquility.

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Gatwick Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.196866/-0.6942954 or Grid Reference SU9144. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View across The Tarn
View across The Tarn
Landing stage on The Tarn
Landing stage on The Tarn
Boardwalk through marshy edges of The Tarn
Boardwalk through marshy edges of The Tarn
Springfield: early April 2023 (taken from the junction with Bankside Close)
Springfield: early April 2023
(taken from the junction with Bankside Close)
Navigating northwards up the Basher (11) Taken in Fulbrook Lane, just past Thundry Farm
Navigating northwards up the Basher (11)
Taken in Fulbrook Lane, just past Thundry Farm
Fulbrook  Lane in early April
Fulbrook Lane in early April
Navigating northwards up the Basher (12) Top end of Fulbrook Lane
Navigating northwards up the Basher (12)
Top end of Fulbrook Lane
The Tarn: April 2020
The Tarn: April 2020
Postbox in Suffield Lane
Postbox in Suffield Lane
Navigating northwards up the Basher (13) Woodland just off the path near Warren Pond
Navigating northwards up the Basher (13)
Woodland just off the path near Warren Pond
Looking eastwards in Ham Lane
Looking eastwards in Ham Lane
Thursley Road, Elstead, near Farnham Thursley Road is a minor road leading into the village of Elstead in Surrey.
Thursley Road, Elstead, near Farnham
Thursley Road is a minor road leading into the village of Elstead in Surrey.
West Hill, Elstead, near Farnham West Hill is a residential road in Elstead, a village in Surrey.
West Hill, Elstead, near Farnham
West Hill is a residential road in Elstead, a village in Surrey.
The Green, Elstead, near Farnham The Green in the village of Elstead in Surrey.
The Green, Elstead, near Farnham
The Green in the village of Elstead in Surrey.
Milford Road, Elstead, near Farnham Milford Road is on the route of the B3001 as it passes through the village of Elstead in Surrey.
Milford Road, Elstead, near Farnham
Milford Road is on the route of the B3001 as it passes through the village of Elstead in Surrey.
Road junction near Elstead, Surrey A road junction near the village of Elstead in Surrey.  The road to the right is the B3001, the road to the left is a minor unclassified road.
Road junction near Elstead, Surrey
A road junction near the village of Elstead in Surrey. The road to the right is the B3001, the road to the left is a minor unclassified road.
Weyburn Lane, Elstead, near Farnham Weyburn Lane forms part of a recent housing development on the site formerly occupied by Weyburn Works.  For an image taken in more-or-less the same place in 2009, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1608487">SU9243 : Weyburn Works entrance</a>
Weyburn Lane, Elstead, near Farnham
Weyburn Lane forms part of a recent housing development on the site formerly occupied by Weyburn Works. For an image taken in more-or-less the same place in 2009, see SU9243 : Weyburn Works entrance
River Wey near Elstead, Surrey A view of the River Wey near the village of Elstead in Surrey.
River Wey near Elstead, Surrey
A view of the River Wey near the village of Elstead in Surrey.
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Gatwick is located at Grid Ref: SU9144 (Lat: 51.196866, Lng: -0.6942954)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Guildford

Police Authority: Surrey

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.196866,-0.6942954
Crossing
Lat/Long: 51.1980587/-0.696472
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: GU8 49D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.1959432/-0.6924569
Addr Housename: Little Gatwick
Lat/Long: 51.1958735/-0.6918922
Addr Housename: Gatwick
Lat/Long: 51.1960718/-0.6913178
Addr Housename: Gatwick End
Lat/Long: 51.1959357/-0.6910691
Broad Firs
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 51.1993142/-0.6897263
The Breaches
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 51.1971543/-0.687604
Botany Bay
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 51.1977/-0.6916217
Gatwick
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.1970901/-0.6943123
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