FTS Warlingham

BLANCHMAN’S FARM

COMMUNITY WILDLIFE AREA - FULL

Information and History:

This site was a working farm until just after World War 2 and the earliest records show that it dates back to 1566. Most of the farmland was sold off for development but this 10 hectare site was saved by local opposition. It now belongs to Tandridge District Council and became a community wildlife area in 1991, with the aim of creating an area accessible to and maintained by the community in perpetuity, for conservation, recreation and education in the broadest sense. Representatives of the Warlingham Residents’ Association, Tandridge District Council, local schools, Surrey Wildlife Trust and the Downlands Project form the Management Committee and a long term plan has been formulated for the site.

Since its formation, extensive woodland, hedgerow and wild flower planting has taken place, the old farm pond has been restored and an all-weather access trail has been provided. It now provides a valuable open space for people and a natural habitat for many plants and animals.

Directions:-

Blanchman’s Farm is situated in Warlingham, Surrey. From Juntion 6 on the M.25 go north approximately 3 miles along the A22 to Whyteleafe roundabout, take the third exit B270 to Warlingham Green. Follow the B269 (signposted Limpsfield) for about half a mile and Blanchman’s Farm is on the right hand side of the road. (See map overleaf for details).

Access:-

Blanchman’s Farm is continuously open and there are no charges for entry. Parking is available along the Limpsfield Road and Leas Road. There is limited parking in Lime Grove for disabled visitors; here access can be gained to the trackway around the site suitable for wheelchairs (a RADAR key will be necessary to allow wheelchair entry).

Train: Nearest stations are Whyteleafe and Upper Warlingham. The site is 1½ miles from the stations.

Buses: The 403 runs from Croydon to Warlingham. The 411 runs from Earlswood to Oxted via Warlingham Green, Upper Warlingham Station and Caterham.

Dedication Book

The Dedication book is located at Warlingham Library which is open to the public as follows:-

Monday Closed

Tuesday 10am – 1pm, 2pm – 7pm

Wednesday Closed

Thursday 10am – 1pm, 2pm – 5pm

Friday 10am – 1pm, 2pm – 7pm

Saturday 9.30am-1pm, 2pm – 4pm

Planting Dates

All trees will be planted in the winter planting season from November to March. Members of the public are welcome to join us in the planting and general conservation work. Please ring the Downlands Project on 0208 541 7282 for details.

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