Discover the Delights of Pond Dipping, Rowan Field, Ash

Discover the Delights of Pond Dipping, Rowan Field, Ash

Discover the Delights of Pond Dipping, Rowan Field, Ash

 

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Rowan Field is unusual – a nature reserve split in half by the A331.  

 

Rowan Field

Rowan Field in Ash, SurreyRowan Field has open grassland

 

 

 

 

Rowan Field in Ash, Surreya pond and 

 

 

 

 

Rowan Field, Ash

the Blackwater River running along one edge. 

 

 

 

 

Rowan Field, AshThe field also has benches, a small seating area and a path around the outside.

 

 

 

 

The A331

Rowan Field in Ash, SurreyThe A331 dual carriageway splits Rowan Field in two so there is a continuous rumble of traffic.

 

 

 

Rowan Field in Ash, SurreyThese two parts of the field are joined by a footbridge, which we enjoyed crossing to watch the traffic whizzing underneath.

 

 

 

Other Things to Try

From Rowan Field you can try three different things: 

 

Shawfield Recreation Ground, AshShawfield Recreation Ground

To find Shawfield Recreation Ground from Rowan Field, walk down Shawfield Lane and turn left onto the unsurfaced road on your left.

Follow this road until you come to a little path on your right. This will take you to Shawfield Rec. 

 

Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area 

Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area in Aldershot, HampshireTo find Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area from Rowan Field, turn left and walk up the bridge over the dual carriageway.

At the end of the bridge, turn left and when you read the field, cross to the right. Ivy Road is on the other side of the river.  

 

The Blackwater Valley Path

Rowan Field in Ash, SurreyYou could also have a walk along the Blackwater Valley Path.

The section at Rowan Field is surfaced so you can scooter and cycle too. 

 

 

 

The Paths

Rowan Field, AshThe path around Rowan Field is not surfaced and can be muddy.

 

 

 

 

Rowan Field in Ash, SurreyThe field can be muddy and boggy in places so you may need wellies when you visit. 

 

 

 

 

Parking

Rowan Field, AshThere are two car parks you can use. The first is on Shawfield Lane in Ash (GU12 6QY) but it was chained shut when we visited.

There are a couple of spaces near the gate and you could also try to park on Shawfield Lane itself.

The second car park is at Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area (GU12 4XG), which has several spaces.

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Further Information

Nearest Town: Ash
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU12 6QY or GU12 4XG (see above for parking details)

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic. 
Facilities: Picnic table.

How Long We Spent There: 1 hour.
Buggies: Buggy friendly.

Parking: There are two car parks you can use – please see above. 
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Ducks and other birds, butterflies and other insects. 

Information Written: March 2017
Information Checked: August 2023

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