Shipley Bridge

Settlement in Surrey Tandridge

England

Shipley Bridge

Shipley Bridge is a small rural area located in the county of Surrey, England. Situated approximately 2 miles south of the town of Horley and 4 miles west of the city of Crawley, Shipley Bridge offers a tranquil and picturesque setting surrounded by lush green fields and woodland.

The area derives its name from the historic bridge that crosses the River Mole, connecting the villages of Shipley and Burstow. This stone bridge, which dates back to the 18th century, is an iconic landmark and a popular spot for visitors to enjoy scenic walks along the riverbank.

Shipley Bridge is renowned for its natural beauty and is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The Mole Gap Trail, a long-distance footpath that follows the course of the River Mole, passes through Shipley Bridge, offering stunning views of the river and its picturesque valley.

Although primarily a rural area, Shipley Bridge is conveniently located near major transportation links. Gatwick Airport, one of the busiest airports in the UK, is just a short drive away, making it an ideal location for travelers. Additionally, the nearby towns of Horley and Crawley offer a wide range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

In summary, Shipley Bridge is a charming and idyllic rural area in Surrey, known for its scenic beauty, historic bridge, and proximity to major transportation hubs. It is a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or outdoor adventure amidst the natural splendor of the English countryside.

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Shipley Bridge Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.148831/-0.13559 or Grid Reference TQ3040. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Bartholomew Church, Burstow, Surrey

A delightful half timbered 11th century Church of England church in this tranquil village (other than all of Gatwick airports air traffic that thunders a few hundred metres overhead!). Restored 184-95. More info at Link

Pete Chapman

M23 Junction 9 - Gatwick Airport Spur Road, West Sussex

Viewed from a bridleway bridge just to the south, looking N.

Pete Chapman

The Shipley Bridge Pub, Shipley Bridge, Surrey

A country pub with a large pub garden. View taken from E looking W. Popular on this Friday lunchtime.

Pete Chapman

Road Junction of B2037 with minor road to Burstow. Newhouse Farm in the Background

A junction with a busy road. Most of this square is farmland, with the B road cutting across from E-W. Newhouse Farm dominates the view in the distance. View taken from Burstow road, looking SSE.

Pete Chapman

Motorway Bridge of B2037 over M23, Shipley Bridge, Surrey

View taken from Bridleway bridge to the N, looking S. The Shipley Bridge Pub is very close to this bridge.

Pete Chapman

Telephone Mast near M23 Junction 9, Near Burstow, Surrey.

This is situated in a field just N of a bridleway leading to Burstow. View taken looking N from the bridleway.

Pete Chapman

The John Flamsteed Hall, Burstow Church, Burstow, Surrey

Just over the road from the church. A plaque over the door states that the building was erected in 1859.

Pete Chapman

Road in a rural area

Taken from TQ322400 looking almost north shows the smaller of two roads in the square, which is very rural.

SGBailey

Boundary meeting point

The far side of this balancing pond, at the foot of the M23 Gatwick Spur (the crash barriers of which can be seen across the middle of the photo), is the meeting point of Tandridge District and Reigate and Banstead District (both in Surrey) and West Sussex. The motorway is in West Sussex, most of the foreground is in Reigate and Banstead and a thin sliver of land at the base of the embankment, running from the left hand side of the photo to a point in the centre, is in Tandridge. Older maps show the Surrey/West Sussex border running south from this point, which subsequently got shifted to the main M23. But the district boundaries appear to have remained unchanged, which would seem to explain the thin triangle of Tandridge shown on the map. Viewed on a very gloomy Sunday morning.

Ian Capper

Footpath junction

Ahead is to Peeks Brook Lane, behind is to Gatwick Airport, to the left is to Horley.

Ian Capper

Peeks Brook Lane

Running under the M23 Gatwick Spur.

Ian Capper

Joining the M23 Gatwick spur road from the Northbound M23

Front seat passenger's view

Geoff Dent

Access to Gatwick Airport from M23

Junction 9.

Stanley Howe

Police Parking?

A not totally clear road sign for foreign visitors to Britain approaching their departure airport!

Stanley Howe

M23 Motorway

Martyn Davies

St Bartholomewâs (Formerly St Michael the Archangel) Church, Burstow, Surrey

The outstanding feature of the church is the west tower, built in the 15th or 16th century. The timber tower is a separate construction; the church has a west wall of stone. The Church is a Grade 1 Listed Building, it is also very close to Gatwick Airport as seen by the plane coming into land. Link

Richard Rogerson

St Bartholomewâs Church Tower , Burstow, Surrey

The west tower was built in the 15th or 16th century and is a separate construction to the rest of the church. It is enlarged at the bottom to accommodate three aisles and is weatherboarded

Richard Rogerson