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Ash Ranges via Normandy Common. CANCELLED DUE TO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS

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Overview

CANCELLED DUE TO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS.
A relatively rare opportunity to visit Ash Ranges - MoD land generally closed to public access during the day.  Site managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust.  "Surrey heathland as it used to be".   Village and woodland walk, giving way to Surrey heathland.  Midway viewpoint looking south across the ranges and towards the Hogs Back and beyond.  Binoculars might be handy.

Tuesday, 2 January 2024
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
65m / 213ft
Type:
circular

The walk starts in Normandy village, crosses wooded common land climbing up to open heathland, with access to the ranges through MoD gates.  Some short steep sections, boots and sticks recommended.  One road crossing.

Please join us by 10.00 for a start at 10.15.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 92600 51601
Nearest postcode:
GU3 2DB
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Start time:
10:15 am

Car park at Normandy Common. Junction of A323 and Hunts Hill Road

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