Hidden in Sidney Woods is a stretch of the Wey and Arun canal. Now disused, this stretch of the canal has been reclaimed by nature, which makes for an interesting walk.
The Wey and Arun Canal For further details, please see the Wey and Arun Canal website. Finding the Canal The easiest way to find the canal is to follow the footpath out of the car park (walking away from the main road) and then turn right when you meet the main path. Finding the Sidney Wood Car Park 
The Wey and Arun Canal opened in 1816 to link the River Wey and the south coast, creating a route from London to Portsmouth. It closed in 1871 after railways became popular. 
Parts of the canal are navigable but the stretch in Sidney Woods has been reclaimed by nature and dries out in summer months. 
The canal is about a twenty to thirty minute walk from the car park.
Follow this until it bends hard to the left. Then choose a path that goes into the woods on your right and you will find the canal. 
There was no sign for the car park when we visited so be sure to check a map before you go.
Further Information
Nearest Town: Alfold, Cranleigh Opens: Daily Where to Eat: Bring a picnic and a blanket. How Long We Spent There: 2 hours Parking: There is a car park. Wildlife You Might See: Insects and birds. Information Written: June 2022
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU6 8HU
Cost: Free
Facilities: Picnic tables
Buggies: Buggy friendly on the main paths but some of the smaller paths are narrow and the towpath has patches of deep mud.
Cost of Parking: Free.
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