Visit the location of Mr Bates vs The Post Office
*Walks* Travel around 30 minutes by car from Carshalton and you’ll reach the village of Tatsfield. It’s a lovely place for a wander. This area featured in the real-life ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office. There is a duck pond, tea room, pub, and various walks around the village. These walks are listed […]
London’s oldest Thames bridge still in use – easy circular river walk to Richmond via the mini Twickenham ferry
*Walks* Here’s a short 2-mile circular wander around Richmond and Twickenham with a stop off at a Tapas bar overlooking Richmond Bridge pictured above. The structure was built in 1777 and is the oldest surviving Thames bridge within Greater London still in use today. You can start this walk from Richmond Railway Station in the […]
Scenic Circular Walk to Banstead via the Little-Known Scratch Wood
*Walks* The stunning view above is a just a short distance from Carshalton. It’s one of my favourite hidden circular walks that very few people know about (until now). It’s around 4 miles from the start and you can stop off in Banstead half way, for a cuppa. Park by the small Lakers Rise recreation […]
Views across Denbies Wine Estate, Ranmore Common and Polesdon Lacey
*Walks* It’s been a while since I’ve shared a walk, and this is one of the most spectacular. It’s about 20-30 minutes by car from Carshalton, but you can also take this 6-mile circular stroll starting at Boxhill and Westhumble station. So great for non-drivers too. 🗝️ This trail starts with a climb (if you […]
Historic Lingfield village in Surrey where even the library is dated 1474
*Walks* The charming old village of Lingfield in Surrey, is a lovely place to wander around and soak up the medieval atmosphere. It’s less than 40 minutes by car from Carshalton or you can get the train and change at Norwood Junction. It’s so steeped in history that even the local community library is dated […]
Step inside The Secret Garden in the heart of Carshalton
An oasis of calm is hidden behind Carshalton Ponds. It’s a mini wildlife haven where you can spot wildflowers, hidden meadows, foxes and slow worms. Join us on our brief pictorial journey around the grounds. You can visit Sutton Ecology Centre in Carshalton anytime. The entrance is at the corner of Carshalton Ponds to the […]
Five Surrey pubs with lovely views and a stroll nearby – all less than 30 mins drive away
Secret Carshalton had the pleasure of sampling five Surrey pubs. Each one has lovely views and somewhere close by for a country stroll. Let’s start with the Well House Inn at Mugswell… 1. The Well House Inn Chipstead Lane, Mugswell, Coulsdon, CR5 3SQ The pub at Mugswell, and village both take their name from the […]
A very brief pictorial wander around Reigate
*Local Walks* Take a trip to Reigate in Surrey with its historic buildings and a wonderful collection of independent shops and cafes. The old town hall in the heart of the town is probably Reigate’s most recognisable landmark. You can visit the whole building for free as it’s currently a Cafe Nero. As the sign […]
Hidden 500 year old priory floor spotted at wheelhouse in Merton
*Walks* A quick jaunt over the Sutton border brings you to Merton Abbey Mills. Here, the River Wandle provides a powerful flow to feed an historic waterwheel. There’s been water-generated industry in this area since at least 1724 The wheelhouse has 18th century origins, whereas the wheel is newer, dating from 1850 to 1885. By […]