Ockley

Civil Parish in Surrey Mole Valley

England

Ockley

Ockley is a civil parish located in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, England. Situated approximately 8 miles south-west of Dorking, the village lies in the picturesque countryside of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ockley is surrounded by rolling hills, woodlands, and farmland, making it a desirable location for those seeking a peaceful and rural lifestyle.

The village itself is small, with a population of around 1,600 residents. It has a quaint and charming character, with a mix of historic buildings, including traditional cottages and a beautiful medieval church, St. Margaret's. The church, dating back to the 13th century, is a focal point and a reminder of Ockley's rich history.

The village has a strong sense of community, with several local amenities and activities to cater to its residents' needs. These include a village shop, a pub, a primary school, and a village hall that hosts various events and gatherings throughout the year. Ockley also boasts several sports clubs, including cricket and tennis, providing opportunities for recreational activities.

The surrounding area offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits, with numerous walking and cycling routes that showcase the area's natural beauty. The nearby Leith Hill, the highest point in southeastern England, provides stunning panoramic views across the surrounding countryside.

Overall, Ockley offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, combined with a strong community spirit, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle in the heart of the Surrey countryside.

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Ockley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.143073/-0.354115 or Grid Reference TQ1539. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway bridge by Ockley station

The station approach is on the right.

Robin Webster

Ockley Village Hall

On Stone Street (now the A29), the old Roman road, at Ockley. The village hall is just up the road from the cricket ground.

Roger May

The bend in Ockley Road where it turns into Forest Green Road

looking east

Andrew Longton

Stane Street, just north of Ockley

Looking NNE

Andrew Longton

Junction of Broomehall Road (left) with Burywood Hill (Stane Street)

looking NNE

Andrew Longton

The Well at Ockley.

On the green beside the busy A29.

Colin Smith

Ockley station

looking north

Andrew Longton

Bridge Out

Bridge works on the B2126

Martyn Davies

Bridge at Ockley Station

Martyn Davies

Ockley Station

Ockley Station reminds you that railway station names are often arbitrarily chosen, this station being probably closer to Capel than it is to Ockley. As you can see this is a traditional Victorian Style railway station in design, but in fact now the buildings are private houses, and so there is no waiting room or ticket office. Actually a waiting room would be welcome as the trains only come one every hour. The eagle-eyed will spot that this is the complementary photograph to TQ1640 : Ockley station.

Martyn Davies