We are the Surrey Heath Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Mark Q.
Frensham Common is a 1,000-acre heathland and was established in the 13th century by the Bishops of Winchester, who also created the Great and Little Ponds around to supply fish to Farnham Castle. It was an area used in the Second World War to train Canadian soldiers at a time when both Frensham Little Pond and the neighbouring Great Pond were drained of water to avoid them being used as markers by the German Luftwaffe. The Devil’s Jumps are a series of three small hills - formed of an ironstone known locally as carstone - near the village of Churt. The highest of the hills is just over 400ft above sea level. Our walk will take in all of these landmarks.
No stiles. One short stretch of quiet road on the route. One hill up to the Devil’s Jumps. It will likely be muddy in places and there will be exposed tree routes so good footwear is essential.
Our walk will start at 10.00am so it is recommended arriving 10 minutes early to allow time to pay parking charges and getting booted-up.
Frensham Little Pond NT Car Park, Priory Lane Free for NT members otherwise £6 for 4 hours using Just Park app or at the cafe next to the pond.
