Frensham Little Pond
Frensham, Waverley
Photo: Peter S, CC BY-SA 2.0A 13th-century fish pond set in heathland between Farnham and Hindhead, owned by the National Trust and part of the Wealden Heaths National Nature Reserve. A level walk circles the water, with the Tern Café looking over it.
Highlights
- Walk around the medieval pond
- Heathland wildlife and birdwatching
- Tern Café with outdoor seating by the water
- Family trails in the summer holidays
Good to know
- Swimming, inflatables and paddleboards are not allowed, and dogs cannot swim in the pond
- Keep dogs on short leads from March to September
- No barbecues or fires; picnics are welcome
Getting there
Frensham Little Pond, Priory Lane, Frensham, Surrey, GU10 3BTParking: National Trust car park, paid by machine, at the café or on the JustPark app (location 80579). No phone signal, so set the app up first. Members free. Parking on Priory Lane is prohibited.
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