Explore the diverse flora and fauna on the Downs from season to season through personal observations and photographs

Tuesday, 20 Jan 2026

Jelly Ear fungus

Jelly-ear fungus and Hart’s-tongue Fern were my reward for visiting the south-western corner of Banstead Downs this morning. My walk began with a train ride. Bit of a cheat, but I wanted to get down to that south-western corner, a part of the Downs that I don’t visit too often. So, I hopped onto the […]