This open meadow adjoining the oak and birch woodland of Little Heath Common includes hedgerows, scattered trees, ditches and a pond. It is a great place for a peaceful short walk or a longer circular walk extending into the surrounding countryside.
Little Heath Meadow is managed in partnership with Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT).
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Open Access
On street parking nearby
The Red Lion is nearby (open daily, except Monday & Tuesday)
The land is generally level throughout, although uneven in places. There are no surfaced paths.
Maintained footpaths
Well-behaved dogs welcome
Surrey Wildlife Trust
Garden Drive,
Chobham,
Surrey,
GU24 8BF
This 2.2-hectare Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) was established in 2019. The purpose of this and other local SANGs is to avoid increased recreational pressure on the Thames Basin Heath Special Protection Area (SPA) from new residential development by providing alternative recreation areas that offer a similar experience to the SPA.
Little Heath Meadow was formerly part of a pig farm and then a tree nursery from the 1970s until the 1990s when the business closed. It was subsequently maintained by mowing. Following establishment of the SANG, the site is being managed in accordance with a SANG management plan to maintain a peaceful and natural area for people and wildlife. The adjoining Chobham Pet Cemetery established in 1932 is well worth a visit for its historical interest.
Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT) looks after the site on a day-to day-basis and runs community events.
Surrey Wildlife Countryside Team
Email: countryside@surreywt.org.uk
Tel: 01483 910087
