Bluebell Woods Surrey To Explore

Bluebell Woods Surrey – Looking for some stunning bluebell woods in Surrey, then check out our suggestions, there are some great bluebell walks Surrey to explore.

If you do find some amazing Surrey Bluebell Woods, remember to tread carefully and stick to the paths, so that the many Bluebell Wood Surrey continue to thrive and not be destroyed.

It is a criminal offence to dig up Bluebell flowers, so remember to leave the Bluebell walk Surrey alone for everyone to enjoy.

Bluebell Woods Surrey To Explore

Banstead Woods

Location : Holly Lane, Chipstead CR5 3NR

Tucked away in the north-east of Surrey, Banstead Woods are a haven for walkers, cyclists and those trying to spot the wonderful variety of birds that call the forest their home. Come the springtime, the woods are blanketed with bluebells, dancing in the shadows of the old oak, hazel and ash trees.

Chantry Woods

Location : Guildford GU4 8PZ

200-acre woodland & meadow reserve featuring walking trails & hillside views over the region.The bluebells in this 200 acres of woodlands and meadows are a sight to behold in spring, filling the air with their scents.

Chinthurst Hill

Location : Chinthurst Ln, Guildford GU5 0QH

A steep walk through ancient woodland to the top of the hill rewards visitors with fine views and beautiful displays of bluebells along the way. A quiet and peaceful spot, with many species of tree, including oak, sweet chestnut, hazel and rowan. You’ll also find a stone folly built in the 1930s, which is now a Grade II listed building.

Chiphouse Wood

Location : Chiphouse Wood, Tadworth

An area of ancient semi-natural woodland a bridleway provides the main path to the north of the wood. Main broadleaf species include oak, beech, ash and also yew. Bluebells and other wild flowers occur seasonally.

Cucknells Wood

Location : Wonersh, Stroud Common, Guildford GU5 0ST

At over 400 years old, this ancient semi-natural woodland near Shamley Green is a rare haven for wildlife. But Cucknell’s Wood is no wilderness. Careful management is now enabling a wide range of species to flourish – and the wood to resume its productive life. In spring the flora is spectacular, with lime-green wood sorrel, starry white clusters of wild garlic flowers and glorious carpets of bluebells.

Frank’s Wood, Leith Hill, Coldharbour Walk

Location : Landslip car park, Abinger Road, Coldharbour, Dorking TQ147433

A one-mile walk to the historic arboretum, through a conifer avenue and into Frank’s Wood, is where you’ll find these blue wonders at Leith Hill. You’ll most likely see little clusters along the roadside as you drive there too.

Gatton Park and Reigate Hill

Location : Wray Lane, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 0HX

The woodland at Gatton Park become a festival of blue during spring as the native bluebells run riot. The park at Gatton Park is known for the work by English landscape designer Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. The woodlands are managed by the National Trust, and are open access all year round.

Glover’s Wood

Location : Glover’s Wood, Mole Valley RH6 0EL

Glover’s Wood is one of the largest areas of woodland in the Surrey Weald. It is made up of oak, hazel and birch trees. The wood is home to a variety of rare plants and wildlife. Its features also include historical remains, such as a medieval bank and ditch systems.

Great Earls Wood

Location : Little Earls Wood, Oxted

The ancient woodlands of Great and Little Earls Woods form the western extremity of a much larger expanse of woodland. Famed for a fantastic display of bluebells in spring Little Earls Wood to the north-west also has an area of old hornbeam coppice.

Hatchlands Park

Location : East Clandon, Guildford, Surrey, GU4 7RT

After a long, grey winter what could be better than embracing the changing seasons with a blissful walk through springtime splendour. You can find spectacular spring colour all over our garden, parkland and woodland. Discover daffodils in the garden, blossom in the hedgerows, cowslips in the wildflower meadow and one of the very best bluebell woods around.

Little Wix Wood

Location : Hatchlands Park, East Clandon GU4 7RT

Little Wix Wood is  agreat place to find an abundance of beautiful bluebells. Regarded by some as the best place to see bluebells, the wood lies at the heart of the National Trust’s Hatchlands Park, which boasts a charming on-site café and shop, a play area for the young and spectacular views of the Georgian manor house.

Painshill

Location : Portsmouth Rd, Cobham KT11 1JE

The 18th century landscaped gardens at Painshill have some wonderful bluebell displays. Take in the unique 18th century follies including The Ruined Abbey, Turkish Tent, Gothic Temple and Gothic Tower while you’re there.

Polesden Lacey

Location : Great Bookham, near Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6BD

You’ll find these delicious blue blooms scattered through Preserve Copse within the estate’s gardens, but for the best displays you’ll need to walk a little further. Follow one of the four way-marked walks across the 1,400-acre estate the shadier parts of ancient woodlands. Rangers suggest the Ranmore Common walk, which is way-marked with blue markers and butterflies on the paths. 

Runnymede

Location : Windsor Road, near Old Windsor, Surrey, SL4 2JL (SatNav: TW20 0AE)

This is where King john sealed the Magna Carta 800 years ago, but at this time of year, the ancient woodland flowers take centre stage. In Cooper’s Hill Woods, spring arrives with thick patches of bluebells, lesser celandines, dog’s mercury and wood anemones creating a magical atmosphere. The National Trust’s oldest tree, a 2,500 year-old yew known as the Ankerwycke yew is also here.

Sheepleas

Location : Shere Road, West Horsley KT24 6AP

Situated on the chalk slopes of the North Downs and managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust, Sheepleas is a delightfully English blend of woods, scrub and grassland. In spring, the landscape really comes into its own, with bluebells peeping out from under the canopy of trees. On a clear day, you might even catch a glimpse of London’s skyline.

Staffhurst Wood

Location : South of Oxted, Surrey, TN8 6QF

At any time of year, a walk through Staffhurst Wood brings you face-to-face with history. The fine mix of oak, ash and beech, with areas of hornbeam and hazel coppice, are an echo of the old ‘Wildwood’ that once covered much of the south of the UK. Come in spring, however, and you will also be rewarded with one of Surrey’s most spectacular displays of bluebells.

Wallis Wood

Location : Wallis Wood, Surrey, RH5 5PL

A secluded and picturesque woodland reserve in the heart of the Surrey Hills AONB, Wallis Wood is a typical example of a Weald Clay hazel coppice woodland with oak standards. A gentle stream threads its way through the reserve, which is surrounded on one side by meadow pasture. A variety of woodland flora can be found including carpets of bluebells, broad-leaved helleborine orchid, common spotted orchid, primroses, violet helleborine orchid, wood anemone and the rare wild daffodil.

The Wilderness

Location : Hampton Court Palace Gardens, KT8 9AU

Situated in the gardens of  the historic Hampton Court Palace, ‘The Wilderness’ is a feast for the senses, no matter what the time of year. Springtime, however, is a real treat, with daffodils and bluebells frolicking in the long grass – a must visit.

Winkworth Arboretum

Location : Hascombe Road, Godalming GU8 4AD

The National Trust’s Winkworth Arboretum is far more than a place to simply admire trees, with shrubs and flowers creating explosions of colour all year-round. Amble around the gardens, taking in the beautiful landscape and see some bluebells too.

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