History and Heritage
- Frensham Great Pond - Michele Sheppard AFCC
Frensham Common & Ponds
Frensham Common is located mid-way between Farnham and Hindhead on either side of the A287.
Frensham Common comprises of a large area of heathland, together with some coniferous and mixed woodland and two large ponds, known as Frensham Great and Frensham Little Ponds.
The ponds were built in the middle ages to provide fish for the Bishop of Winchester's Estate.
Frensham Common was once important to the local community as a source of fuel and today the site is valued for recreation such as cycling, horse riding and walking, as well as nature conservation. The Common supports a wealth of wildlife, including Sand Lizard, Smooth Snake, Woodlark, Dartford Warbler and Nightjar.
Walks Around Frensham
Frensham can be explored following the 3 walks below.
All walks begin and end at Frensham Great Pond Visitor Centre, with its ample parking and summer refreshments.
The Frensham walk is approximately 5 miles long and explores the attractive village of Frensham and follows along the river Wey.
The Tilford walk is approximately 7 miles long. The walk takes you past Frensham Little Pond to the medieval bridge at Tilford.
The Churt walk is approximately a 8 mile circuit around Churt, past historic mills, ancient tumuli and breathtaking views across the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
To download the trails and find more information about the walks, visit the Surrey Hills Website.
Waverley Borough Council has produced a leaflet, which is available to download on Frensham Common.
For information on Frensham Great Pond, please ring 01252 792416. For more information on Frensham Little Pond contact 01428 683207 or visit Waverley Borough Council's website.
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