St Ann's Hill
Chertsey, Runnymede
A wooded hilltop park on the edge of Chertsey, opened to the public in 1928 and once the site of a prehistoric hill fort. Two viewpoints look north towards Thorpe Park and Heathrow and west towards Windsor, and the ancient woodland of Monk's Grove fills with bluebells in spring.
Highlights
- Viewpoints over the Thames Valley
- Scheduled Ancient Monument with hill fort remains
- Bluebells in Monk's Grove in April and May
- The Nun's Well and trees from an old formal garden
Good to know
- Wear sturdy footwear after rain
- Barbecues are not allowed
- About 1.5km walk from Chertsey station
Getting there
St Ann's Hill, St Ann's Hill Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 9DBParking: Two small free car parks: one off St Ann's Hill Road (nearest postcode KT16 9DB) and one reserved for Blue Badge holders.
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