Newlands Corner has had a coating of snow or transformed into a bog the last few times we’ve visited – much to the delight of our toddler.
Not today, the sun is shining, the sky is *mostly* blue and the car park is full to the rafters. There are families everywhere, some even enjoying a picnic, and a group of bikers presumably discussing engine sizes. Described as an area of outstanding natural beauty, Newlands Corner boasts the most amazing views. It’s a fabulous place and just a stones throw away from the mysterious yet beautiful Silent Pool I recently wrote about.
We had the usual toddler paraphernalia to take on our walk and the buggy for when the inevitable tiredness 
kicks in. POD also deemed it necessary to bring Rice, one of the three favoured dollies, as well as her basket – complete with fruit and veg. All became redundant within minutes, adding to the buggy’s ever increasing load. Wind in her hair she was off, running along the bridal path, before sitting down and closing her eyes to have a pretend nap. As you do.
Having realised it was a challenge to remain upright and run down a hill, it wasn’t long before the fruit and veg basket made a second appearance. Replaced shortly afterwards with snacks and a bottle of water. Just in time to see a huge bird appear in the sky.
In the woods, POD was able to climb trees, run about and explore. We found a trunk with what looked like the head of an elephant, beautiful trees with twisted trunks and an upside down beetle. We’re so glad we moved to Surrey, POD really does lead an easy life. Then again she is only two.
Our walk was followed by a rewarding treat at The Barn on the opposite side of the road to the Newlands Corner car park. There we had a well deserved coffee and the most divine piece of carrot cake. POD had a sample before showing nearby diners her collection of fruit and vegetables.
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We love Newlands Corner! I run there most weekends and have been luck enough to see deer and loads of wildlife. It was a bog for most of the winter but now running up there and seeing that amazing view always puts a smile on my face. My children love it too, particularly the ice cream kiosk.
Wow I bet its great running there – I love the place. Really nice to see some sunshine too. We’ll no doubt be venturing to the ice-cream kiosk 🙂
Sounds like you had a lovely time – I’m looking forward to getting outdoors more at the weekend with mine x
It’s a fabulous place, looks like you have lots of great places your way too. So great to get sunshine 🙂
Another piece of Surrey I missed with my children! Looks like a lovely place to run free and I love that tree, just made for climbing! Thanks for linking up to Country Kids.
I’ll have to give you a list of all the places we’ve been to in the event you’re ever in Surrey! The tree was great, a better photo with POD in it 🙂
Oh I love these pictures, especially the ones of her in the tree, they are just adorable. It looks like you really had a lovely day out.
Thank you Nichola, I love the photos too – and I took loads! Really great to be able to put them somewhere 🙂
Oh I just adore the photos of POD – especially the one’s in the tree. Sounds to me like you had a wonderful day. You can’t go wrong taking your kids for a walk in the country!
Thank you – got slightly carried away with the photos! It’s a fabulous place though 🙂
Lovely to find your blog! Looks like a lovely place to visit. Love the last photo in the tree. Thanks for your comment. I have replied but I am not sure of my e mail notifications are working. x
Thanks Charlotte, it was really lovely. Will pop back to your blog to see your reply 🙂
What gorgeous photographs. A wonderful time captured. It’s so lovely to be able to get back outdoors isn’t it? xx
Thank you – I love the photos! It’s great to be able to get outside too 🙂
This is in Surrey?! How great! I must check it out with my kiddos. LOVE all the photos, you take such great ones x
Thank you! Newlands Corner is on the ridge of the Albury Downs and part of the North Downs – it’s not far from Guildford 🙂
this looks such a beautiful area! makes me wanna get out in the countryside!
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Thank you so much Anna, it’s great to get outside in the sunshine 🙂
Glad you had a lovely time honey, i so love her dollys name! xx
Was good fun! POD has a rather interesting selection of dolly names 🙂
Lovely photos :). Newlands Corner has been a long time haunt of mine. I’ve been going there since I was a child, again in my teenage years and when I passed my bike test, I would go for a lovely ride and end up there at the cafe. Great walks around there too. Thank you so much for linking up to PoCoLo xx
Thank you – I got a little carried away with the photos! It’s such a great spot isn’t it, we love it there 🙂
Oh, what a lovely selection of images and what a beautiful little girl you have! I just love them at that age.
Thank you so much – she loves exploring outside 🙂
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