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One of the surprises hiding along the Basingstoke Canal are flashes – one minute you are walking along a narrow canal and the next, a beautiful lake known as a flash.   

 

Big and Small Flashes

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotThere are two types of flashes. The big flashes are lakes that predate the canal.  

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotThe smaller flashes are natural depressions that flooded when the canal was created. 

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotThis bridge hides…

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot…a gorgeous lake!

 

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotAlong this section of the canal you find Anglers’ Flash, Greatbottom Flash, Rushmoor Flash and Claycart Flash.  

 

 

 

 

Section 6 of the Basingstoke Canal Towpath

Basingstoke Canal Centre on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettSection 6 of the Basingstoke Canal towpath takes you on a 3 mile walk from the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett

 

 

 

Wellington Statue at Rushmoor Bottom, Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot, Hampshireto Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot.

This is not a circular path. 

 

 

 

 

The Route

Basingstoke Canal Centre on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettThis section of the towpath starts at the Basingstoke Canal Centre, which has a play area and cafe.

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotThen you pass two areas where the canal opens up – Mytchett Lake and Anglers’ Flash. 

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot and Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsFrom here it is on to the Ash Aqueduct, which flies the canal over the A331

 

 

 

 

Ash Lock on The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershotand on to Ash Lock.

 

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotAlong the way you go under bridges,

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershotsome of which are very low

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershotand come complete with graffiti!

 

 

 

 

Brass Rubbing Trail at Rushmoor Bottom, Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot, HampshireYour destination is Wellesley Woodlands with its paths, brass rubbing and activity trails. 

 

 

 

 

Plenty of Wildlife

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotWildlife is everywhere along the canal with plenty of waterbirds, including ducks and coots with gorgeous chicks.

You can often spot hidden herons…

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot…and a fox ran out across the path when I was cycling. 

 

 

 

 

 

The Walk or Cycle

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotThis section of the towpath is 3 miles long and is not circular. It took us about 2.5 hours, walking at a child’s pace.

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotI often cycle this route and it takes about 30 minutes to go from the Canal Centre to Wellesley Woodlands. 

 

 

 

 

The Paths

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotThe towpath is generally flat but can be muddy in places if it has been raining. 

The surface can be a little bumpy with stones in some places but is easy to use a bike or buggy along.

 

 

Ash Lock on The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotThere is a road crossing at Ash Lock, so you need to take care. 

 

 

 

 

 

Where to Next?

Basingstoke Canal Centre on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettNorthSection 5: The Deepcut Flight between Curzon Bridge and the Canal Centre    

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotSouth – Section 7: Wellesley Woods to Fleet to Crookham Wharf

 

 

Read More

 

Visit the Basingstoke Canal website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Mytchett or Aldershot (depending on which end you start from)
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU16 6DD (the Canal Centre). GU11 2RE (Wellesley Woodlands).

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic and a blanket or eat at a cafe or pub along the way. 
Facilities: There is a picnic table along the way at Ash Lock and also at Wellesley Woodlands.  There is a cafe and picnic area at the Canal Centre. You also pass a canal-side pub, The Swan, just before you reach Ash Vale. At Ash Vale there are shops and a cafe. 

How Long We Spent There: About three hours.
Buggies: Buggy friendly.

Parking: We parked one car at the Basingstoke Canal Centre (GU16 6DD) and a second at Wellesley Woodlands (GU11 2RE).
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Ducks, swans, Canada geese, herons, coots, moorhens, other birds, foxes, stag beetles, butterflies and other insects.

Information Written: June 2024

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to the Section 6 of the Basingstoke Canal towpath from the Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

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  • Would We Go Back
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This beautiful walk along the Basingstoke Canal has the added bonus of three play areas, three locks and plenty of ducks! 

 

Section 5 of the Basingstoke Canal Towpath

Between Locks 28 and 27 on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettSection 5 of the Basingstoke Canal towpath takes you on a 2.75 mile walk from Curzon Bridge in Deepcut

 

 

 

 

Basingstoke Canal Centre on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchettto the Canal Centre in Mytchett. This is not a circular path. 

 

 

 

 

 

The Deepcut Flight

Section 5 includes the last 3 locks of Deepcut Flight, which is a series of 14 locks on the Basingstoke Canal between Pirbright and Surrey Heath.

 

 

 

Between Locks 28 and 27 on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettIn total these locks raise boats by nearly 100 feet in just 2 miles!

 

 

 

 

 

The Locks

Dry Dock and Cottage at Lock 28 on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 03 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre, MytchettThe locks have two enormous wooden doors at each end with huge levers.

 

 

 

 

 

The Route

Curzon Bridge and Lock 25 of the Deepcut Flight on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutThis section of the towpath starts at Curzon Bridge, a modern bridge that shelters Lock 25

 

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surreyand leads you past Frimley Lodge Park, which has two play areas, one with a castle theme

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surreyand a second with a woodland feel.  

 

 

 

 

 

Basingstoke Canal Centre on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettAbout a ten to twenty minute walk further down the Basingstoke Canal takes you to the end of this section and the Basingstoke Canal Centre

 

 

 

 

Plenty of Wildlife

Wildlife is everywhere along the canal with plenty of waterbirds, including ducks and coots with gorgeous chicks.

 

 

 

Lock 25 to 26 of the Deepcut Flight on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettYou often spot herons too, either frozen in the canal or wobbling along the path itself. 

 

 

 

 

The Walk 

Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettThis section of the towpath is 2.75 miles long and is not circular. It took us about 2 hours, walking at a child’s pace.

 

 

 

Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettI often cycle this route and it takes about 20 minutes to reach the Canal Centre from Curzon Bridge. 

 

 

 

 

The Paths

Lock 17 of the Deepcut Flight and Cowshott Bridge on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutThe towpath is generally flat but does rise a little along this stretch. This means that at each lock there is a little hill but nothing we found strenuous. 

 

 

 

The towpath can be muddy in places so be sure to bring wellies if it has been raining.

 

 

 

 

Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettThe surface can be a little bumpy with stones in some places but is easy to use a bike or buggy along.

 

 

 

 

Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Curzon Bridge, Deepcut to the Basingstoke Canal Centre in MytchettThere is a road crossing and then a section where you walk along a road so you need to take care. 

 

 

 

 

 

Where to Next?

Lock 17 of the Deepcut Flight and Cowshott Bridge on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutNorthSection 4: The Deepcut Flight between Pirbright Bridge and Curzon Bridge    

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in AldershotSouthSection 6: Canal Centre to Ash Lock to Wellesley Woods

 

 

Read More

 

Visit the Basingstoke Canal website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Deepcut or Mytchett (depending on which end you start from)
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU24 0DN (from Deepcut). The Deepcut postcode will take you to Stanley Hill, which is as close to the Deepcut lay-by as possible to direct with postcodes. The lay-by is actually next to the railway bridge on Gapemouth Road. For the exact location, please see the Where To Go Map as the marker called “Basingstoke Canal Walk 05 – Deepcut to Frimley Green to Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre” points to the lay-by. GU16 6DD (from Mytchett). 

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic and a blanket. 
Facilities: There is a picnic table along the way at lock 28.  There is a cafe and picnic area at Frimley Lodge Park and the Canal Centre. 

How Long We Spent There: About three hours.
Buggies: Buggy friendly.

Parking: We parked one car in the lay-by on Gapemouth Road (GU24 0PQ – see above for details) and a second car at the Basingstoke Canal Centre (GU16 6DD).
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Ducks, swans, Canada geese, herons, coots, moorhens, other birds, foxes, stag beetles, butterflies and other insects.

Information Written: June 2024

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to the Section 5 of the Basingstoke Canal towpath from Curzon Bridge in Deepcut to the Canal Centre in Mytchett is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
4.5
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Don’t be fooled by the Basingstoke Canal Centre’s unassuming appearance – it’s a convenient gateway to the beautiful Basingstoke Canal, complete with a swing bridge, tow path, and narrow boats.

 

The Play Area

Basingstoke Canal Centre Play Area, Mytchett, SurreyNext to the Canal Centre is a wooden play area with:

  • toddler swings
  • a springer
  • a balance course with nets, tightropes, log stumps, a climbing wall, balance beams and rope swings.

List Play Equipment

 

So Much To Do!

There is a wide range of activities on offer: hire boats and canoes, walk to Frimley Lodge, play in the fields, enjoy the towpath, take narrow boat trips, explore woods and ponds, choose a picnic spot or check out the playground.

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Centre

Basingstoke Canal Centre and Play Area, Mytchett, SurreyThe Canal Centre has information on the canal, a gift shop, a campsite, and public toilets. 

There is also a cafe that serves a selection of refreshments, has indoor tables, and outdoor picnic benches.

 

 

Potters’ Pond

Basingstoke Canal Centre and Play Area, Mytchett, SurreyBehind the Canal Centre is a pond dipping area

 

 

 

 

Potter's Pond, Basingstoke Canal Centre and Play Area, Mytchett, Surreyand a wild woodland

 

 

 

 

 

Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre Play Area, Mytchettwith paths, ponds, and bridges.

 

 

 

 

 

The Towpath

I use an all-terrain buggy when we walk on the towpath. It is generally even but there are quite a few stones, which can be bumpy with a normal buggy.

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, SurreyWe also enjoy cycling along the towpath down to Frimley Lodge Park

 

 

 

 

Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, Deepcutor further afield to see the giant locks that line the Deepcut Flight

 

 

 

 

Explore the Canal on Foot

Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyThe Basingstoke Canal has about 33 miles of towpath.

From the Canal Centre you can walk for about 20 minutes at a slow pace to the well-equipped Frimley Lodge Park, which has two play areas, a trim trail, sports facilities, and a cafe.

 

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyIt also has the Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, which has public running days at various times during the year. 

 

 

 

Explore the Canal by Water

You can also take a trip on Rosebud, a small narrow boat. Trips last about an hour but only run on a limited number of days. 

At certain times of the year rowing boats, canoes and pedalos are available to hire from the Canal Centre too.

 

 

The Swing Bridge Closes…

The swing bridge at the Canal Centre closes towards the end of the afternoon. The exact time is usually stated on a sign on the bridge.

After it closes, you can reach the Canal Centre by crossing the canal at the nearby road bridge, although there is a flight of steps to climb up.

 

…and so Does the Barrier!

There is a barrier at the entrance to the car park that closes at the end of the day. You cannot enter the car park after it has closed but you can leave – just drive up to the barrier and it will lift. 

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Visit the Basingstoke Canal Centre and Play Area website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Mytchett, near Farnborough
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU16 6DD

Opens: The canal is open daily but the Canal Centre has seasonal opening hours. Please see their website for details. 

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat at the cafe.
Facilities: Picnic area, cafe, snacks, ice creams, and toilets. 

How Long We Spent There: About 2 hours.
Buggies: I use an all terrain buggy as the tow path is generally even but has quite a few stones on it, which can be bumpy with a normal buggy.

Parking: There are two car parks, one just through the entry barrier and another tucked away past the Canal Centre. 
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Ducks, swans, Canada geese, herons, coots, moorhens, other birds, foxes, stag beetles, butterflies and insects.

Information Written: March 2017
Information Checked: June 2024

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to Basingstoke Canal Centre and Play Area in Mytchett is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
4.5
Sending
User Rating 0 (0 votes)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

Before taking part in any activities or visiting any places listed, you should make appropriate checks to ensure high quality provision, a safe environment is provided and to check all these details are up to date before you visit and/or take part. We accept no liability (to the fullest extent permitted by law) for the quality of the activities provided or places listed or for the accuracy of any information given.

 


 

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Arguably the most interesting stretch of the Basingstoke Canal, this walking or cycle route takes you past 11 of the huge locks that lift the canal 100 feet in just 2 miles and form the majority of the Deepcut Flight. 

 

Section 4 of the Basingstoke Canal Towpath

Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutSection 4 of the Basingstoke Canal towpath takes you from Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge in Deepcut.

The is a picturesque two mile walk past 11 of the 14 locks in the Deepcut Flight.

 

 

The Deepcut Flight

The Deepcut Flight is a series of 14 locks on the Basingstoke Canal between Pirbright and Surrey Heath.

In total these locks raise boats by nearly 100 feet in just 2 miles!

 

 

 

The Locks

Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutThe locks have two enormous wooden doors at each end with huge levers.

 

 

 

 

 

The Route

This section of the towpath starts at Lock 15, which is next to Pirbright Bridge

 

 

 

and a conveniently placed car park.   

 

 

 

 

Lock 17 of the Deepcut Flight and Cowshott Bridge on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutThen heads under Cowshott Bridge to Lock 17.

 

 

 

 

 

The Bisley Bullet

Basingstoke Canal Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutAlong the path are remnants of the Bisley Bullet, a railway line that connected Brookwood to nearby rifle ranges.

This line was closed in the 1950s, leaving only its brick piers.

 

 

Curzon Bridge

Lock 24 of the Deepcut Flight on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutThe path leads past another seven locks

 

 

 

 

Curzon Bridge and Lock 25 of the Deepcut Flight on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, Deepcutand ends at Curzon Bridge, a modern bridge that shelters Lock 25. 

 

 

 

 

Plenty of Wildlife

Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutWildlife is everywhere along the canal and we spotted butterflies, caterpillars, spiders, ladybirds, newts, freshwater snails and lots of fish, including a large one that looked like a pike.

 

 

Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, SurreyThere were plenty of waterbirds, including ducks and coots with gorgeous chicks.

 

 

 

 

 

The Walk 

This section of the towpath is 2 miles long and is not circular. It took us about 1.5 hours, walking at a child’s pace.

I often cycle this route and it takes about 20 minutes to reach Pirbright Bridge from Curzon Bridge. 

 

 

Uphill or Downhill?

Lock 17 of the Deepcut Flight and Cowshott Bridge on the Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 05 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutIf you cycle or walk from the Deepcut to Pirbright you go down the hills.  

If you cycle in the other direction, you are going uphill. 

 

 

 

The Paths

The towpath is generally flat but does rise 100 feet along this stretch. This means that at each lock there is a little hill but nothing we found strenuous. 

 

 

 

Basingstoke Canal Section 04 - From Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge, DeepcutIt can be muddy in places so be sure to bring wellies if it has been raining.

The surface can be a little bumpy with stones in some places but is easy to use a bike or buggy along.

 

 

 

Where to Next?

North – Section 3: St John’s to Brookwood to Pirbright Bridge        

 

SouthSection 5: Curzon Bridge to Frimley Green to Canal Centre

 

Read More

 

Visit the Basingstoke Canal website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Pirbright or Deepcut (depending on which end you start from)
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU24 0AG (on Pirbright Bridge) or GU24 0DN (from Deepcut). The Deepcut postcode will take you to Stanley Hill, which is as close to the Deepcut lay-by as possible to direct with postcodes. The lay-by is actually next to the railway bridge on Gapemouth Road. For the exact location, please see the Where To Go Map as the marker called “Basingstoke Canal Walk 05 – Deepcut to Frimley Green to Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre” points to the lay-by.

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic and a blanket. 
Facilities: There is a picnic table along the way at lock 28.

How Long We Spent There: About three hours.
Buggies: Buggy friendly.

Parking: We parked one car at Pirbright Bridge (where there is room for several cars) and the other at the lay-by on Gapemouth Road (GU24 0PQ – see above for details).
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Ducks, swans, Canada geese, herons, coots, moorhens, other birds, foxes, stag beetles, butterflies and other insects.

Information Written: May 2017
Information Checked: June 2024

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to the Deepcut Flight and Section 4 of the Basingstoke Canal towpath from Pirbright Bridge to Curzon Bridge in Deepcut is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
4.0
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User Rating 0 (0 votes)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

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As well as all the activities on offer, the Basingstoke Canal Centre has a small wooden play area with a circular obstacle course. You can also walk along the canal to the Frimley Lodge Play Areas.

 

The Canal Centre Play Area

Basingstoke Canal Centre Play Area, MytchettNext to the Canal Centre is a wooden play area with:

  • toddler swings
  • a springer
  • a balance course with nets, tightropes, log stumps, a climbing wall, balance beams, and rope swings.

 

The Frimley Lodge Play Areas

Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyFrom the Basingstoke Canal Centre you can walk for about 20 minutes to the well-equipped Frimley Lodge Park, which has another two play areas.

List Play Equipment

 

Visit the Basingstoke Canal Centre and Play Area website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Mytchett, near Farnborough
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU16 6DD

Opens: The canal is open daily but the Canal Centre has seasonal opening hours. Please see their website for details. 

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat at the cafe.
Facilities: Picnic area, cafe, snacks, ice creams, and toilets. 

How Long We Spent There: About 2 hours.
Buggies: I use an all terrain buggy as the tow path is generally even but has quite a few stones on it, which can be bumpy with a normal buggy.

Parking: There are two car parks, one just through the entry barrier and another tucked away past the Canal Centre. 
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Ducks, swans, Canada Geese, coots, moorhens, birds, butterflies and insects.

Information Written: March 2017
Information Checked: June 2024

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to Basingstoke Canal Centre and Play Area in Mytchett is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
4.5
Sending
User Rating 0 (0 votes)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

Before taking part in any activities or visiting any places listed, you should make appropriate checks to ensure high quality provision, a safe environment is provided and to check all these details are up to date before you visit and/or take part. We accept no liability (to the fullest extent permitted by law) for the quality of the activities provided or places listed or for the accuracy of any information given.

 


 

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Discover a Canal in the Sky on the Blackwater Valley Path https://toddledoddle.com/blackwater-valley-path-section-3-shawfields-ash-to-hollybush-pits/ https://toddledoddle.com/blackwater-valley-path-section-3-shawfields-ash-to-hollybush-pits/#respond Wed, 29 May 2024 16:20:45 +0000 https://toddledoddle.com/blackwater-valley-path-section-2-pea-bridge-to-shawfields-aldershot-copy/ Shawfields and the River Blackwater and Blackwater Valley Path Section 2 at Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area in North Town in Aldershot, Hampshire Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Rowan Field in Ash, Surrey Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits River Blackwater Valley Path Section 2 from Pea Bridge in Aldershot to Shawfields in Ash, Surrey Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot and Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot and Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Walk - Section 06 - From the Basingstoke Canal Centre in Mytchett to Wellesley Woodlands in Aldershot and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Lakeside Nature Reserve Adventure Play Area and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Lakeside Nature Reserve Adventure Play Area and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Lakeside Nature Reserve Adventure Play Area, Ash Vale, Surrey Lakeside Nature Reserve Adventure Play Area and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pits North Camp Station - Blackwater Valley Path Section 4 Hollybush Pits to Coleford Bridge Carrington Recreation Ground - Blackwater Valley Path Section 4 Hollybush Pits to Coleford Bridge

Stumbling across a canal flowing over a road bridge is one of the biggest surprises I have had on a local walk! The Ash Aqueduct and three play areas all wait along Section 3 of the Blackwater Valley Path. 

 

The Ash Embankment Aqueduct

Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsBuilt in 1994, the Ash Aqueduct carries the Basingstoke Canal over the A331 dual carriageway and the River Blackwater.

 

 

 

Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsSection 3 of the Blackwater Valley Path leads underneath the aqueduct and from down below it looks like a normal road bridge.  

 

 

 

Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsThis makes climbing the bridge and discovering a canal a stunning surprise, especially on a sunny day.

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3: Shawfields to Hollybush Pits

Shawfields and the River Blackwater and Blackwater Valley Path Section 2 at Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area in North Town in Aldershot, HampshireThis is 2 miles long and starts at Shawfields or Rowan Field

 

 

 

 

Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area in North Town in Aldershot, HampshireIvy Road Recreation Ground is a convenient place to park near Shawfields.  

 

 

 

Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area in North Town in Aldershot, HampshireFollow the path across the field to a small bridge and turn left onto the Blackwater Valley Path.

 

 

 

The path will lead you over footbridges

 

 

 

 

up to the Basingstoke Canal

 

 

 

 

past Lakeside Nature Reserve Adventure Play Area

 

 

 

 

over a couple of roads you need to cross with care

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pitsthrough narrow paths lined with brambles and stinging nettles 

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pitsalong the river

 

 

 

 

finally ending at North Camp railway station

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush Pitsand the Old Ford Pub.

 

 

 

 

 

Carrington Recreation Ground

Carrington Recreation Ground and Play Area, Ash Vale, SurreyWe continue on for a couple of minutes to play at Carrington Recreation Ground, which is also where we park.

 

 

 

 

The River Blackwater

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsAlong Section 3 of the path, the River Blackwater starts to feel like a fully sized river complete with weeds waving in the currents.

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsRiver access becomes very difficult because of the wild vegetation growing alongside. 

 

 

 

 

The Blackwater Valley Path

The Blackwater Valley Path is 23 miles long, marked by signposts and divided into 12 sections.  

These sections follow the river, are not circular and do not finish where they start.  

 

 

The Paths Along Section 3

Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsThe paths along Section 3 are generally flat with a few gentle inclines and easy to use.  

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsThe paths after Lakeside Nature Reserve can be very narrow, overgrown and muddy with patches of stinging nettles and brambles. 

 

 

 

River Blackwater and Blackwater Valley Path Section 2 at Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area in North Town in Aldershot, HampshireThere is hard surfacing that is said to suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs and bikes.

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsWe have all used scooters along this section between Shawfields and Lakeside Nature Reserve without too much difficulty, although the surface can be uneven in places and there are often stones or branches to dodge.

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsBut the path around Hollybush Pits does not feel like it is surfaced. In some areas it has large chunks of rock and brick sticking out of the ground. This wasn’t a problem for a bike but I have taken a scooter this way before and couldn’t use it. 

We now don’t take scooters beyond Lakeside Nature Reserve.

 

Would We Go Back?

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsWe probably wouldn’t go back to the whole of Section 3 of the Blackwater Valley Path because of the paths around Hollybush Pits.

Instead, we follow a different and circular route!

 

 

A Circular Alternative!

Ivy Road Recreation Ground and Play Area in North Town in Aldershot, HampshireWe often cycle along the first half of Section 3, beginning at Ivy Road Recreation Ground and cycling for about ten minutes to the Ash Aqueduct.

 

 

From here we either follow the Basingstoke Canal tow path

 

 

 

 

to Ash Vale for an ice cream, which takes another ten minutes.

 

 

 

 

Lakeside Nature Reserve Adventure Play Area, Ash Vale, SurreyFrom Ash we cycle back to the aqueduct and rejoin the Blackwater Valley Path North and cycle to Lakeside Nature Reserve Adventure Play Area, which is about a five minute cycle from the aqueduct.

 

 

After Lakeside Play Area we cycle back to the aqueduct and then Ivy Road, which takes about 20 minutes.

 

 

 

 

Where to Next?

River Blackwater Valley Path Section 2 from Pea Bridge in Aldershot to Shawfields in Ash, SurreyUpstreamSection 2:  Pea Bridge to Shawfields

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 4 Hollybush Pits to Colefield BridgeDownstreamSection 4:  Hollybush Pits to Coleford Bridge

 

 

Read More

 

Visit the Blackwater Valley Path website

Visit the Section 3 Route

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Ash, Ash Vale, North Camp
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode for Shawfields/Ivy Road: GU12 4XG
Nearest Postcode for Hollybush Pits/Carrington Recreation Ground: GU12 5PG

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic.
Facilities: None

How Long We Spent There: 3 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly up to Lakeside Nature Reserve but can be harder going afterwards. 

Parking: To park near Shawfields, we go to Ivy Road (GU12 4XG) – drive past the waste recycling centre and turn left next to the sign for Belle Vue Enterprise Centre. To park near Hollybush Pits, we go to Carrington Recreation Ground (GU12 5PG).
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Kingfishers, birds, badgers, lizards, ducks, moorhens, coots, Canada gees, butterflies and other insects.

Information Written: May 2024

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to Section 3 of the Blackwater Valley Path from Shawfields in Ash to Hollybush Pits in North Camp is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
4.8
Sending
User Rating 4 (1 vote)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

Before taking part in any activities or visiting any places listed, you should make appropriate checks to ensure high quality provision, a safe environment is provided and to check all these details are up to date before you visit and/or take part. We accept no liability (to the fullest extent permitted by law) for the quality of the activities provided or places listed or for the accuracy of any information given.

 


 

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Ash Common Recreation Ground and Play Area is a typical, traditional-style play area with a little play train called the Ash Express.

The play area’s location makes it a gateway to the Basingstoke Canal and to the Ash Ranges nature reserve. 

 

The Play Equipment

Ash Common Recreation Ground and Play Area, Ash, SurreyThe play equipment is said to be suitable for children between the ages of 4 and 8 years old and includes:

  • a train called the Ash Express 
  • a mouse springer
  • a rope climbing frame
  • a seesaw
  • swings
  • toddler swings
  • a roundabout
  • a multiplay with a slide, a ladder, monkey bars and a climbing wall
  • a smaller multiplay with board games, easy to climb steps and a little slide
  • rubber logs to jump on
  • seats for adults.

 

The Sports Equipment

Ash Common Recreation Ground and Play Area, Ash, SurreyNext to the play area (up the hill) is a playing field with a basketball net, a football goal and a wooded area.

 

 

 

Ash Skate Park, Ash Common Play Area, Ash, SurreyOn the hill next to the play area is a skate park, tennis courts and a basketball net and a kick wall. 

 

 

List Play Equipment

 

The Basingstoke Canal

Basingstoke Canal, Ash Common Recreation Ground and Play Area, Ash, SurreyThe beautiful Basingstoke Canal flows along the back of Wharf Road (the main road through the shops).  There are often ducks, swans and geese here.

To find the canal you have to walk along Ash Hill Road towards Ash shops. Cross Wharf Road and then the canal is in front of you.  Be careful as these roads are often busy.

 

The Ash Ranges

This is a large heathland nature reserve where you could be lucky enough to spot lizards, snakes, slow worms, birds and insects. In late summer it is carpeted in purple heather.

Please note: The ranges are used by the MOD and cannot be visited when red flags are flying, the red beacons are lit or the access gates are locked.  Please see the Ash Ranges website for full details.

One of the entrances to the Ash Ranges is next to the tennis courts.  

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Visit Ash Common Recreation Ground and Play Area website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Ash
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU12 5DN

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat at the cafe on nearby Wharf Road. 
Facilities: None

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

Parking: There are two car parks at GU12 5DN – one is next to the Recreation Ground and the other is a little further up Ash Hill Road and next to the skate park and tennis courts.
Cost of Parking: Free

Information Written: June 2022

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to Ash Common Recreation Ground and Play Area in Ash is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
3.0
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User Rating 0 (0 votes)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

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The Woodland Play Area at Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley https://toddledoddle.com/frimley-lodge-park-woodland-play-area-frimley/ https://toddledoddle.com/frimley-lodge-park-woodland-play-area-frimley/#respond Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:27:55 +0000 https://toddledoddle.com/frimley-lodge-park-frimley-copy/ Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Trim Trail, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Trim Trail, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Pitch and Putt, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Pitch and Putt, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey

Frimley Lodge Park has a second play area hidden in shady woodland. This is a very small play area for children under the age of 10 years old. 

 

The Woodland Play Area

This quiet little play area is in the woods and has equipment for children under the age of 10 years:

  • Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surreya multiplay with a slide, fireman’s pole, nets, and a climbing wall
  • two springers
  • toddler swings.

 

 

 

The Adventure Play Area

Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, SurreyThe much larger Frimley Lodge Adventure Play Area is about a five minute walk away.

 

List Play Equipment

 

Sports Facilities

Frimley Lodge Park Trim Trail, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyIn the woods by the Woodland Play Area is a trim trail.

 

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyThe Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway weaves its way through the woods. The railway has public running days throughout the year. 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal

Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, SurreyThe beautiful Basingstoke Canal runs along the top of the playing fields. It has ducks to feed and a towpath you can walk along.

 

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Visit the Frimley Lodge Park website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Frimley
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU16 6HY

Opens: Daily

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat at the cafe.
Facilities: Picnic area, cafe, snacks, barbecues, toilets and accessible toilets. 

How Long We Spent There: 2 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: There are lots of parking spaces but it can become very busy. There is a car park next to the Woodland Play Area. To find it from the entrance, drive as far right as you can. 
Cost of Parking: Free

Information Written: April 2016
Information Checked: May 2021

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to Frimley Lodge Park in Frimley is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
3.0
Sending
User Rating 0 (0 votes)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

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Capture the Castles at Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley https://toddledoddle.com/frimley-lodge-park-frimley/ https://toddledoddle.com/frimley-lodge-park-frimley/#respond Tue, 25 May 2021 18:00:18 +0000 https://toddledoddle.com/frimley-lodge-miniature-railway-copy/ Frimley Lodge Park Pitch and Putt, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Pitch and Putt, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Trim Trail, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Trim Trail, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Trim Trail, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey

Your quest at Frimley Lodge Park is to capture the castles and secure two treasure chests. But be warned, these are protected by a sandy moat patrolled by a crocodile and a shark!

Will you sail over the sandy moat on a boat crewed by a bumblebee and a seal, go around it on the winding obstacle path, or slide past it on the double zip wire?  

 

The Adventure Play Area

This area has newly installed adventure play equipment, including:

  • Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surreya large castle with easy to climb stairs, three slides, climbing nets, and a little treasure chest
  • another castle slide with a net bridge, fireman’s pole, a climbing net, easy to climb stairs, and another little treasure chest
  • a seesaw springer
  • animal springers
  • a double zip wire
  • a little house
  • Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surreyswings
  • a basket swing
  • toddler swings
  • a roundabout
  • spinners
  • puzzle boards
  • a sandpit
  • a little running track with challenges
  • seats.

 

The Hidden Woodland Play Area

This quiet little play area is in the woods and has equipment for children under the age of 10 years:

  • Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surreya multiplay with a slide, fireman’s pole, nets, and a climbing wall
  • two springers
  • toddler swings.

 

List Play Equipment

 

Sports Facilities

Frimley Lodge Park Trim Trail, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyFrimley Lodge Park has a trim trail, Parkrun course and a cricket pitch

 

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Park Pitch and Putt, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surreyfootball pitches and a pitch and putt golf course. 

 

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyThe Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway weaves its way through the woods. The railway has public running days throughout the year. 

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal

Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, SurreyThe beautiful Basingstoke Canal runs along the top of the playing fields. It has ducks to feed and a towpath you can walk along.

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Centre

Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre Play Area, MytchettIf you turn right when you come to the Basingstoke Canal you can walk to the Basingstoke Canal Visitors’ Centre. This takes about 20 minutes.

 

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Visit the Frimley Lodge Park website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Frimley
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU16 6HY

Opens: Daily

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat at the cafe.
Facilities: Picnic area, cafe, snacks, barbecues, toilets and accessible toilets. 

How Long We Spent There: 2 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: There are lots of parking spaces but it can become very busy.
Cost of Parking: Free

Information Written: April 2016
Information Checked: May 2021

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to Frimley Lodge Park and the Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Areas in Frimley are summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
5.0
Sending
User Rating 0 (0 votes)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

Before taking part in any activities or visiting any places listed, you should make appropriate checks to ensure high quality provision, a safe environment is provided and to check all these details are up to date before you visit and/or take part. We accept no liability (to the fullest extent permitted by law) for the quality of the activities provided or places listed or for the accuracy of any information given.

 


 

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Climb Onboard the Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway https://toddledoddle.com/frimley-lodge-miniature-railway/ https://toddledoddle.com/frimley-lodge-miniature-railway/#respond Mon, 24 May 2021 13:00:01 +0000 http://toddledoddle.com/?p=8659 Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey Frimley Lodge Park Adventure Play Area, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, Surrey

At Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, the atmosphere bustles with calls of, “All aboard,” whistling steam, and puffing engines.

 

The Route

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley, SurreyEach train journey lasts about six minutes. 

 

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyThe trains rumble through the woods

 

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surreyover crossings

 

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surreypast signals

 

 

 

 

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, Surreyand under bridges.

 

 

 

 

 

It is lots of fun and made possible by the enthusiasm of the railway volunteers. All the money they raise goes towards railway maintenance and local charities.

 

Frimley Lodge Park

Frimley Lodge Park Play Area, Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley, SurreyThe miniature railway is in Frimley Lodge Park, which has two play areas, a trim trail, lots of sports facilities, and a pitch and putt golf course. 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal

Frimley Lodge Park, Frimley Lodge Park, Basingstoke Canal, Frimley, SurreyNext to the railway is the Basingstoke Canal, which has ducks to feed.

 

 

 

 

 

The Basingstoke Canal Centre

Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre Play Area, MytchettYou can also park at the Basingstoke Canal Centre and walk to Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway along the Basingstoke Canal. It takes about 20 minutes.

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Visit the Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Frimley
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU16 6HY

Opens: There are various public running days throughout the year. Please see their website for details.

Adult Cost Range: £0 to £4.99
Child Cost Range: £0 to £4.99
Free if: Under 3

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat at the cafe in Frimley Lodge Park.
Facilities: Picnic area, cafe, snacks, ice creams, barbecues, toilets and accessible toilets. 

How Long We Spent There: 30 minutes at the railway and another couple of hours in Frimley Lodge Park.
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: There are lots of parking spaces but it can become very busy on public running days.
Cost of Parking: Free

Information Written: April 2016
Information Checked: May 2021

Visitor Information

 


Ratings

Our visit to Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway in Frimley is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

  • Fun
  • Condition
  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
5.0
Sending
User Rating 0 (0 votes)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

Before taking part in any activities or visiting any places listed, you should make appropriate checks to ensure high quality provision, a safe environment is provided and to check all these details are up to date before you visit and/or take part. We accept no liability (to the fullest extent permitted by law) for the quality of the activities provided or places listed or for the accuracy of any information given.

 


 

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