Horsell Common and McLaren Park

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Overview

It is a lovely flat walk and good paths and across heath land. The start is at Heather Farm Wetland Cafe Car Park and we will follow the River Bourne across meadows and heath land to McLaren Park.

Sunday, 29 June 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 30.5m / 100ft
Type:: circular

The 907 acres of Horsell Common are a wonderful mix of heathland, woodland and meadows with the River Bourne flowing through. The Common is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and has gained international status as a Special Protection Area because of its birdlife.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available
Introductory walk
No Stiles
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 99387 60641
Nearest postcode:: GU21 4XY
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Start time:: 10:00 am

The footpath at the gate to the Mimbridge Meadow Walk.

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