You’d think after all the exploring we’ve done we would have seen all there is to see in Surrey. Thankfully there is still much to discover and although we’ve visited (and re-visited!) numerous National Trust sites, there are many more to fall in love with.
Limpsfield Common is an ancient common located in the Surrey Hills. It was once used by commoners for grazing their animals, collecting stone and firewood but today its myriad of footpaths and bridleways take you through ancient woodland.
We’d heard a couple of things about Limpsfield. There are recently restored (to their war time condition) Second World War air raid shelters to be seen and Peter Rabbit has a post office there! We did do a bit of research on the shelters before leaving and discovered the last guided tour was the weekend prior to our visit. We will no doubt be back to experience what life was like during an air raid and check out the shelters which you can do (albeit not inside) if the tour is not running.
We weren’t going to be put off by seeing Peter Rabbit’s post office though! There are seven car parks at Limpsfield Common so pick the right one before you leave as there is lots to do there.
There will be bluebells at Ridlands Grove (where we were) before too long plus there are spectacular views from Scearn Bank and you can watch a cricket match on a Summer’s Day. As well as have the obligatory picnic!
When we arrived at Limpsfield Common, we headed left where we found Fox’s Villas which was surrounded by miniature fencing.
In addition to having a little peek inside and wondering if anyone was at home, there were also dens to explore and logs to ride.
Not to mention trees to climb. Daddy got a bit carried away clambering up one and POD obviously took the opportunity to jump off it!
There were many trees to climb though and it wasn’t long before POD found another one to investigate.
After taking a short detour across the golf course and down a bridlepath, we headed back on ourselves to discover some more tiny houses.
First there was Hedgehog Hall complete with a working well and a door with a letterbox. The attention to detail is great.
A little further down was Peter Rabbit’s post office. The care that’s gone into creating these splendid houses is just fabulous.
POD was thrilled to discover there was a rabbit inside and would have crept in herself given half a chance!
What a lovely introduction to Limpsfield Common. We shall be back to explore again soon I’m sure.
Linking up with #whatsthestory here on PODcast and #CountryKids at Coombe Mill.
Gorgeous photos, this is the third post I’ve read on Limpsfield common with Peter Rabbit and friends this week, clearly the little log houses have made an impact. I think they are beautiful and have added them to my ideas list for the fairy garden here. Looks like POD was delighted by them too, such a great idea.
I’ve found 4 of the homes.
Peter rabbits post office
Owl house
Hedgehog hill
Fox villa
Any idea where or what the fifth is? I’ve been looking for weeks.
Ooh wow! What a fantastic place!! I’m a sucker for little doors and signs!
I was walking around Hobbiton in New Zealand like a kid in a sweet store 🙂
Hedgehog hall and Peter Rabbits post box enchant me as much as the beautiful hidden den.
what a lovely place and as a keen walker I would love to explore this place one day
This looks like such a magical place, gorgeous photos xx
We have just joined the National Trust – going to have to go here just to see Peter’s post office!
Wow this looks like a lovely place, peter rabbits post office is fab! Gorgeous pictures x
How cute! I love the little hedgehog hall and Peter Rabbit’s post office. Looks like a lot of fun!
I think this is just brilliant! How fabulous for children (and adults to be fair!). I know the wee girl would love it 🙂
This looks like a fantastic place to visit! I love the majesty and a bit of whimsy in it all–especially Peter Rabits Post Office amidst the trees! Thank you for sharing and for hosting Whats the Story!
So glad you found them all and enjoyed it! I still haven’t been, but its right at the top of my to-visit list so will be heading that way as soon as we’ve done all the Easter Egg Trails this weekend!
I love this and will have to add it to my list of places to explore with the girls x
I really want to visit here, I have seen a few bloggers mention this place and it looks soooo cute!
Let me know when you hear about the Air Raid Shelters, and your photos of Limpsfield look fabulous! Looks like we all went on the same day in the end!! I should friend you on FB, then if you hear anything you can let me know, if that’s ok? x
We don’t live to far from here and I’ve not heard of this until now. Looks like a fabulous day out x