Tanner Meadow, Surrey

Tanner Meadow is a mixed parcel of land, comprising both open meadow and woodland, within cycling distance of central London. Nestled just at the northern edge of Surrey, in Farleigh, the land offers city dwellers the opportunity to own a private and peaceful haven on the edge of the city.

The meadow is accessed via an exceptional stone track which begins at a field gate off Farleigh Court Road, which ensures all round access in a two-wheel drive vehicle. There is an earth bund between the access track and the meadow which forms the boundary between the two, which could be planted with a hedgerow in due course. One accesses the land at the western edge, where a pad of hardstanding offers a spot to park a vehicle. From here the land stretches out in a rectangular shape to the east, with both the northern and southern boundaries demarcated with a line of field stakes. An open ride abuts the meadow to the north, over a which a vehicular right of way will be granted to the new owner, enabling access across the entire length of the land.

When heading east across the meadow, one approaches the woodland belt directly in front of you, which is beginning to present as a wall of green as the trees head into leaf now Spring is here. A particularly impressive veteran Horse Chestnut tree stands at the edge of the woodland, its leaves punctuating the frame with its acidic green foliage. A mature wild cherry tree stands close by, on your left-hand side.

The woodland fringe has a very gentle gradient, dropping mildly away from the level of the meadow through a section of broadleaved trees, which are well spaced, into a stand of larch, which was planted around 25 years ago. Bluebells and other flora populate the woodland floor at this time of year adding a dash of colour, amongst which one can find animal warrens, indicating the presence of rabbits and badgers. Both Roe and Muntjac deer can be sighted bounding through the woods. The nearby wildlife site of Chapel Hill is known for a wide array of butterflies which populate the area in the summer months.

The eastern boundary of the land is formed by a stock fence which runs north to south along the edge of the woodland. Beyond this lies an open 10 acre field which provides a pleasing visual backdrop at the back of the wood. This field is available for sale by separate negotiation.

The meadow itself is almost entirely flat and has been cut for hay and silage in recent years. It is now ideally suited to diversification through tree planting for woodland creation or other conservation activities. With no public rights of way, it provides a blank canvas for an individual or family to enjoy a private retreat away from the big smoke of the capital city.

Grant funding is likely available to a new owner for both woodland creation and new hedgerows along the boundaries. Please note that this land is not suitable for development. Early viewing is advised.