Eashing Fields

Region: South Central

This open countryside site was created in 2020 on two former agricultural fields. Mature tree belts and hedgerows along the site boundary were enhanced with the creation of areas of species-rich woodland and grassland to provide exciting new wildlife habitats. The site creation works also included a new car park, pathways, information boards and benches for visitors.

The Present and the Future

Eashing Fields is managed in partnership with Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT) for the benefit of the local community and wildlife. SWT looks after the site on a day-to day-basis and runs community events.

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Eashing Fields Contact


The site contact for our Eashing Fields space is Surrey Wildlife Countryside Team Tel: 01483 910087

This space is managed in partnership with Surrey Wildlife Trust

Visitor Information

Opening Hours

Open access

Car Parking

Yes

Toilets


(click here to find the nearest public toilets)

Café

The Stag on the River is open daily and is nearby.

Entrance cost

The site is free to use.

Accessibility

The land is generally level throughout. There are no surfaced paths.

Dogs

Well controlled dogs are welcome.

Things to do

Walking, bird watching and wildlife spotting.

Conservation, Wildlife, Flora, Fauna

The site is home to a diverse and increasing range of wildlife.

Other nearby attractions

Witley and Milford Commons (NT), Thursley National Nature Reserve, Watts Gallery Artists' Village, Winkworth Arboretum

Location

Eashing Lane, Milford, Godalming, GU8 5EP

Site size: 12 hectares

Events

There are currently no events relating to this space.

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History

This Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) was established in 2019. The purpose of this SANG is to avoid increased recreational pressure on the Wealden Heaths Special Protection Area (SPA) from new residential development by providing an alternative recreation area that offers a similar experience to the SPA.

The land was formerly two agricultural fields, one arable and the other pasture. Following establishment of the SANG the site will be managed in accordance with a SANG management plan, for the benefit of people and wildlife.

Development

Management by the Land Trust will seek to enhance the biodiversity and recreational value of the new site for visitors.

Land Trust Contact

To contact the Land Trust about this site or how we could help manage your space please email our Countryside & Greenspace Officer (South & West) Jake Taylor .

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