01276 707338  · TURF HILL PARK Guildford Road, GU18 5SW Another S.S.S.I. area of open heathland and pine woodland nearby. ALPHINGTON POND & TOMLINS POND Frimley, GU16 9LQ / GU16

FRIMLEY LODGE PARKSturt Road, Frimley Green, GU16 6HY

Surrey Heath’s ‘Jewel in the Crown’ and Green Flag standard park. 24 hectares of open space with a combination of formal sports provision in a rural setting with woodland, meadows, canalside walks, wildlife ponds and a very popular miniature railway! There are charcoal and gas BBQs for hire, a picturesque 9-hole pitch and putt course and Café on site.

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FRIMLEY GREEN RECREATION GROUND, Frimley Green Rd, Frimley Green, GU16 9AP

A large park, dominated by a grassy hill, offering extensive views over Surrey and Hampshire. There is a children’s play area, five football pitches, two tennis courts and a cricket square. An area of natural vegetation has been conserved for the benefit of local wildlife.

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CHOBHAM ROAD RECREATION GROUND, Chobham Road, Frimley, GU16 8PF

A compact park which provides two football pitches, a cricket square and children’s playground.

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HEATHERSIDE RECREATION GROUND, Martindale Avenue, Camberley, GU15 1BB

A large open space, offering 3 football pitches, children’s play area and skate park. The park is also bisected by a lovely avenue of giant Redwood trees.

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SOUTHCOTE PARKPortsmouth Road, Camberley, GU15 1JP

CRABTREE PARKCrabtree Road, Camberley, GU15 2TA

Pleasant open spaces with informal recreation facilities. Southcote is the home of Camberley Lawn Tennis Club, and Crabtree is the site of Surrey Heath’s most popular skate park.

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WATCHETTS RECREATION GROUNDPark Road, Camberley, GU15 2SR

Home of the Camberley Rugby Football Club, Frimley Lawn Tennis Club and Watchetts Bowls Club. The park also provides cricket and casual tennis facilities, and a children’s play area.

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LONDON ROAD RECREATION GROUNDGrand Avenue, Camberley, GU15 3QH

Surrey Heath’s oldest park opened by Queen Victoria in 1898, located adjacent to the Arena Leisure Centre. In addition to football pitches, cricket square, bowling green and tennis courts, there is a small ornamental garden and children’s play area. Home to Camberley Bowls Club.

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CAMBERLEY TOWN PARK & THE OBELISKKnoll Road, Camberley, GU15 3HS

Behind the civic offices and Camberley Library lies this new park with children’s playground and adventure trail. Atop the hill at the rear of the park is the ruined Obelisk Tower, a historical folly with magnificent views westward.

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OLD DEAN RECREATION GROUNDWimbledon Road, Camberley, GU15 4BE

An open space in the middle of Old Dean Estate, home to Old Dean Bowls Club. Two football pitches are available, along with three play areas and a BMX/roller skating track.

10 MYTCHETT RECREATION GROUNDHamesmoor Road, Mytchett, GU16 6JD A compact recreation ground complete with tennis courts, bowling green, children’s play area and skate park. Home to Mytchett Bowls Club.

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CHOBHAM PLACE WOODS & ROUND PONDValley End Road, Chobham, GU24 8TB

A mature broadleaf wood, once belonging to Chobham Place House lying to the south. Located on the edge of Chobham Common, the easy access nature trail leads through the scenic woodland, perfect for walking and cycling. Round Pond to the east is a picturesque water body supporting a wide range of wildlife.- No Fishing -

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DIAMOND RIDGE WOODSCamberley, GU15 4LB

WARREN WOODWarren Rise, Frimley, GU16 8LN

These woodlands are both important landscape features of Surrey Heath, and provide critical sanctuaries for wildlife.

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LIGHTWATER COUNTRY PARKThe Avenue, Lightwater, GU18 5RG The country park extends to 59 hectares and consists of a variety of habitats including open heathland, woodland, meadows and ponds. The heathland is a protected Site of Special Scientific Interest (S.S.S.I.) due to the rare wildlife it supports. There are waymarked walks and nature trails, and the view from High Curley hill is well worth the climb! Facilities also include a dog-free picnic area and children’s playground. For more information on the Heathland Visitor Centre please see the website.

TURF HILL PARKGuildford Road, GU18 5SW

Another S.S.S.I. area of open heathland and pine woodland nearby.

ALPHINGTON POND & TOMLINS PONDFrimley, GU16 9LQ / GU16 8LN

WATCHETTS LAKESVerran Road, Camberley, GU15 2ND

Three lovely water features providing a haven for wildlife and a favourite with nesting birds. There are paths and seating for enjoying these tranquil beauty spots. - No Fishing -

WATCHMOOR RESERVEbehind Sainsburys petrol station, A331, Camberley, GU15 2TA

BLACKWATER PARKAdmiralty Way, Camberley, GU15 3DT

Areas set aside for conservation, landscaped with grassy wildflower meadows and woodland. Pathways and bridges allow easy access throughout Watchmoor Reserve, and the River Blackwater offers a beautiful setting for walks and wildlife spotting.- No Fishing -

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WILDLIFESurrey Heath plays host to a huge variety of resident and migrating birds and animals all year round.If you are looking for a challenge, perhaps you could try spotting some of these animals that have been seen in the local area:

PLAY AREAS IN SURREY HEATHAll our playgrounds are for the use of children aged between 4 – 14 years; please ensure young children are supervised at all times.

More play areas in Surrey Heath:

Albert Road, Bagshot, GU19 5QJBentley Copse, Amber Hill, GU15 1DZThe Briars Centre, Briar Avenue,Lightwater, GU18 5PFBurrell Road, Frimley, GU16 7JGCheylesmore Drive, Frimley, GU16 9BNClarence Drive, Camberley, GU15 1PXDeanside, Camberley, GU15 4DYEvergreen Road, Frimley, GU16 8PULoman Road, Mytchett, GU16 6EQMaguire Drive, Frimley, GU16 9RFMartel Close, Camberley, GU15 1QSOrchard Way, Camberley, GU15 2THUplands Road, Camberley, GU15 4JNWhitmoor Road, Bagshot, GU19 5RAWoodend Road, Deepcut, GU16 4QH

SURREY HEATHSurrey Heath Borough Council manages over 254 hectares of open space, almost half of which is open heathland. The remainder offers a variety of green space with opportunities for casual recreation and formal sport. Other significant open spaces in the Borough are Chobham Common which is managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust on behalf of Surrey County Council. Another is the Basingstoke Canal which is managed by the Canal Authority.

CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERINGIf you’re interested in conserving open space, there are a variety of projects operating all through the year with which to get involved and make a difference. No matter how much or how little time you have to offer, there is an opportunity to match.

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CYCLINGGetting active in Surrey Heath’s parks and countryside is easy. Cycling is a very popular activity, and is an ideal way to experience your local area. There are a number of surfaced paths across the Borough (see map overleaf) to explore, whilst keeping yourself and the environment healthy!

EDUCATIONAL SESSIONSActivities can be booked individually for schools and private parties, available at Lightwater Country Park or Frimley Lodge Park. Please contact the Council for more information.

WALKINGWalking is also a popular pastime within Surrey Heath with a host of organisations leading groups across the Borough. There are clearly waymarked Nature Trails at both Chobham Place Woods and Lightwater Country Park, and four ‘Walk4Life’ mile-long waymarked walks at the following locations (see map overleaf):

Heatherside Recreation GroundLightwater Country ParkFrimley Lodge ParkDiamond Ridge Woods

A full list of Byelaws for Surrey Heath Open Spaces can be found on the Council website.

www.surreyheath.gov.uk/leisure

EVENTSThe Council runs a varied programme of walks and events across every season. These include guided health walks, wildlife walks, and a host of events for children such as mini-beast hunting and woodland survival skills. For a copy of the current Walks and Events Diary please contact the Council or visit the website.

We trust you enjoyed your visit to Surrey Heath’s Parks and Open Spaces.

Your feedback is important to us, so please feel free to let us know what you think:

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USEFUL CONTACTSFor more information please contact:

Surrey Heath Borough CouncilGreenspace Team – 01276 707338www.surreyheath.gov.uk/leisure/

Surrey Wildlife Trust - 01483 795440 www.surreywildlifetrust.org

Basingstoke Canal Authority - 01252 370073www.hants.gov.uk/basingstoke-canal

Surrey Heath House,Knoll Road, Camberley, Surrey GU15 3HDTel: 01276 707100 Fax: 01276 [email protected]

The Parks AndOpen Spaces

Of Surrey Heath

A guide to help you enjoy the landscape and activities on offer in Surrey Heath

Great Place • Great Community • Great Future

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On a Mini Beast hunt!

Hammond’s Pond, Lightwater Country Park

Enjoy a summer BBQat Frimley Lodge Park

LEISURE AND SPORTS FACILITIESSurrey Heath boasts an impressive quantity and high quality of sports clubs and facilities, which have produced some Olympic-class athletes! There are also various leisure facilities across Surrey Heath, including the Arena Leisure Centre in Camberley and Lightwater Leisure Centre in Lightwater Country Park. The Sports and Leisure Directory contains a full list of clubs and contacts, and can be found on the Council website.

FISHINGFishing on Hammond’s Pond at Lightwater Country Park is available with a season permit only.

For more information and to obtain one, please contact Surrey Heath Borough Council Greenspace Team.

PARISH COUNCILSIn addition to the Borough provision, there are four Parish Councils within Surrey Heath which provide recreation and sports facilities:

Bisley 01483 480172West End 01276 855361Windlesham 01276 471675Chobham 01276 856633

Pond dipping in the Basingstoke Canal

Lilies on Round Pond

Evergreen Road Play Area

Heathland at Turf Hill Park

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