Waterfalls – Toddle Doddle https://toddledoddle.com Find Your Next Adventure Sat, 01 Jun 2024 15:12:10 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 102446132 Begin at the Beginning on the Blackwater Valley Path https://toddledoddle.com/blackwater-valley-path-section-1-rowhill-to-pea-bridge/ https://toddledoddle.com/blackwater-valley-path-section-1-rowhill-to-pea-bridge/#respond Mon, 27 May 2024 18:30:11 +0000 https://toddledoddle.com/rowhill-nature-reserve-aldershot-copy/ Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path in Hampshire Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 in Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to Pea Bridge in Aldershot Hampshire

The Blackwater begins in the tranquil Rowhill Nature Reserve and so does the Blackwater Valley Path, which winds with the river, past the source, waterfalls and bridges and out onto the streets of Aldershot and Badshot Lea. 

 

The Blackwater Valley Path

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe 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.  

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 1: Rowhill Nature Reserve to Pea Bridge 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireSection 1 starts at Rowhill Nature Reserve car park

 

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Hampshireand leads you past the boggy source of the Blackwater,

 

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Hampshirewhere it then follows the infant river.

 

 

 

 

 

The path leads onto the streets

 

 

 

 

 

and footpaths of Badshot Lea

 

 

 

 

 

and Aldershot.

 

 

 

 

 

Section 1 ends at Pea Bridge, where section 2 begins.

 

 

 

 

 

Rowhill Nature Reserve

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireRowhill Nature Reserve is a captivating nature reserve of ancient woodland with stumps to balance on,

 

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Hampshiretrees to climb, hills to explore, bridges to build and places to paddle. 

 

 

 

 

 

The Source of the Blackwater

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe source of the Blackwater River is a bog marked by an information board.  

 

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThere isn’t much to see but the bog trickles into a stream that flows into Stickleback Pond. 

 

 

 

 

The River Blackwater

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe River Blackwater is a small stream along section 1 

 

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Hampshirethat has little waterfalls and spots to splash in.

 

 

 

 

Once you leave the reserve, the river becomes a little wider and deeper and there is no access. 

 

 

 

 

The Paths Along Section 1

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireI found the paths within Rowhill Nature Reserve easy to use and push an all terrain buggy along.

 

 

 

 

The paths through Aldershot from pavements to footpaths.

 

 

 

 

Some of the footpaths were narrow but they were all flat and easy to use.

 

 

 

 

River Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 from Rowhill Nature Reserve to pea Bridge in Aldershot HampshireThere are some road crossings, which you need to cross with care.  Please see the Section 1 route description for full details. 

 

 

 

Would We Go Back?

We really enjoy Rowhill Nature Reserve and visit regularly but for me, the walk beyond the reserve does not add much as you do not really see the river.  I don’t expect to visit this part of section 1 again. 

 

 

Where to Next?

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

 

Read More

 

Visit the Blackwater Valley Path website

Visit the Section 1 Route Description

Visit the Rowhill Nature Reserve website

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Aldershot
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode for Rowhill Nature Reserve: GU11 3BD
Nearest Postcode for Pea Bridge: GU11 3RD or GU11 3QJ (see below under Parking for details).

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic.
Facilities: None

How Long We Spent There: 3 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: There is a small car park on Cranmore Lane (GU11 3BD), which can be busy. To park near Pea Bridge you can either park on the road near Tice’s Meadow (GU11 3RD) or park in the car park at Brickfields Country Park (GU11 3QJ) and walk down.
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Kingfishers, birds, badgers, lizards, butterflies and other insects.

Information Written: May 2024

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Section 1 of the Blackwater Valley Path from Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot to Pea Bridge in Aldershot 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 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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The Blackwater Valley Path follows the River Blackwater from its boggy source in Aldershot to its end at the River Loddon in Swallowfield, near Reading. Along the way are meadows, nature reserves and woodland, as well as the occasional play area.  

 

The Blackwater Valley Path

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe 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 Twelve Sections

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Blackwater Valley Path Section 1 in HampshireSection 1:  Rowhill Nature Reserve to Pea Bridge

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

Ash Aqueduct, Basingstoke Canal and the Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsSection 3:  Shawfields to Hollybush Pits

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 5 Coleford Bridge to M3 BridgeSection 5:  Coleford Bridge to the M3 Bridge

 

 

 

 

River Blackwater at Hawley Meadows, Camberley, Surrey and Blackwater Valley Path Section 6 M3 Bridge to Blackwater ParkSection 6:  M3 Bridge to Blackwater Park

 

 

 

 

 

Section 7:  Blackwater Park to Sandhurst Station

Section 8:  Sandhurst Station to Grove Lake

Section 9:  Grove Lake to Longwater Road

Section 10:  Longwater Road to Eversley Bridge

Section 11:  Eversley Bridge to Jouldings Lane

Section 12:  Jouldings Lane to Swallowfield

 

The Paths

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireMost of the paths are flat and easy to walk along.

 

 

 

 

Some stretches can be muddy after wet weather. 

 

 

 

 

Other areas can be narrow

 

 

 

 

or lined with stinging nettles.  

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 4 Hollybush Pits to Colefield BridgeSome run next to the A331 dual carriageway.

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Path Section 3 Shawfields to Hollybush PitsOthers involve crossing roads.  Please do this with care. 

 

 

 

 

Multi-User Surfaces

Blackwater River, Lakeside Nature Reserve, Ash Vale, SurreySections 2 to 5 have a hardened surface suitable for multi-users, including wheelchairs, bikes and pushchairs. 

 

 

 

 

Cycling

Blackwater Valley Path, Aldershot Park and Play Areas in Aldershot, HampshireCycling is permitted between Sections 2 and Blackwater Park, which is about halfway along Section 6.  

 

 

 

 

Scooters

I have scooted from Section 2 to the start of Section 6 but would not do it again as the surfaces can be too uneven for little wheels. 

 

 

 

 

The A331 Blackwater Valley Relief Road

Rowan Field in Ash, SurreyThe A331 was built along the River Blackwater and Sections 2 to 5 of the path run alongside this dual carriageway.  

 

 

 

These stretches can be very noisy and have an industrial feel.

 

 

 

 

 

Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust

Rowan Field in Ash, SurreyThe Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust look after and protect the natural environment of the Blackwater Valley.  

 

 

 

Rowan Field in Ash, SurreyTheir website has useful information and also full details of the Black Water Valley Path.

 

Read More

 

Visit the Black Water Valley Path website

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Various depending on which section you visit. Please see the individual sections for full details.  
County: Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire
Nearest Postcode: Varies depending on which section you visit.  Please see the individual sections for full details. 

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or stop along the way.
Facilities: None

How Long We Spent There:  Usually a couple of hours on one section. 
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: Various depending on which section you visit. Please see the individual sections for full details.  
Cost of Parking: Free

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

Information Written: May 2024

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

The Blackwater Valley Path has too many sections to be able to summarise all 23 miles accurately.  Instead, please see the 12 sections for individual summaries. 

 

 

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Rowhill Nature Reserve hides the source of the River Blackwater amongst charismatically named areas like Stickleback Pond, Rhododendron Avenue, Kingfisher Carr, The Brickworks and Chestnut Glade. Can you follow the river to find where it springs from?

 

Rowhill Nature Reserve

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThere are stumps to balance on, trees to climb, hills to explore, bridges to build and places to paddle. 

 

 

 

 

The Source of the Blackwater

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe River Blackwater is stream-sized

 

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Hampshirebut has little waterfalls and spots to paddle in.

 

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe source of the Blackwater River is an area of bog. It is next to the pond and marked with an information board.  

There isn’t much to see but the bog trickles into a stream that flows into… 

 

 

Stickleback Pond

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Hampshire…Stickleback Pond, which has a small dam and waterfall. 

 

 

 

 

The River Blackwater

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe River Blackwater quickly becomes stream-sized

 

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Hampshireand has little waterfalls and spots to paddle in.

 

 

 

 

Den Building

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe paths wind through deciduous woodland with a spot for den building…

 

 

 

 

 

Rhododendron Avenue

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, Hampshire…and along Rhododendron Avenue before coming to a tranquil meadow and field surrounded by trees.

 

 

 

 

The Paths 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireI found the paths easy to use and push an all terrain buggy along. There are paths that are narrow in places but they were all just ok for my narrow double buggy.

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThere are two paths from the car park on Cranmore Lane:

 

 

 

 

 

1. The Blackwater Valley Path

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThe Blackwater Valley Path starts at the end of the car park near the white house and meanders through the reserve staying close to the River Blackwater.

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThis is Section 1 of the Blackwater Valley Path and is not a circular path and follows the river out of the reserve at Parkland Grove.

 

 

 

 

2. The Nature Trail

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThis is about 1.5 miles long and is marked by a series of posts, starting at the field centre (the wooden building next to the car park).

This is a circular path and begins and ends at the car park on Cranmore Lane.

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireThis trail leads up over steps and a steep hill but these can be avoided if you follow the Blackwater Valley Path to the source of the River Blackwater, where the two paths meet up.

 

 

 

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireA copy of the nature trail can be found on the Rowhill Nature Reserve website, which marks the steps and an easy access, special needs path that can be accessed from Parkland Grove (GU9 9HA).

 

 

 

50 Things to Do

Source of the River Blackwater at Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot, HampshireYou could also tackle the 50 Things to Do at Rowhill Copse sheet the reserve have put together.  

How many can you complete?

Read More

 

Visit the Rowhill Nature Reserve website

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Aldershot
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode: GU11 3BD

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic.
Facilities: None

How Long We Spent There: 3 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: There is a small car park on Cranmore Lane (GU11 3BD). This can be busy.
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Kingfishers, birds, badgers, lizards, butterflies and other insects.

Information Written: April 2017
Information Checked: May 2024

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Rowhill Nature Reserve in Aldershot 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 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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At the bottom of Waggoners Wells – beyond the blue pools, waterfall and giant fish – is an old wishing well that is said to have inspired Tennyson and Flora Thompson.  

 

Waggoners Wells

On a walk around Waggoners Wells you will find three beautifully blue, man-made pools  

 

 

 

 

a waterfall

 

 

 

 

 

slopes to clamber up and slide down

 

 

 

 

 

tangles of tree roots to explore

 

 

 

 

 

and ducks, ducks, ducks!

 

 

 

 

 

You might also be lucky enough to spot some of the giant fish that live in the pools. 

 

 

 

 

The Wishing Well

The wishing well is at the lowest end of Waggoners Wells, a little beyond the last pool. 

A plaque on the wall commemorates the poem “Flower in a Crannied Wall” by Tennyson, which is believed to have been written here in 1863.

 

 

The wishing well is marked on the map board near the car park stairs. It is easy to find – follow the main path past the three pools and the wishing well is in the wall of the nearby house.

It took us about ten minutes to walk there. 

 

 

The Paths

The paths are generally flat

 

 

 

 

with some steps in places.  

 

 

Read More

 

Visit the Waggoners Wells website

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Headley Down, near Hindhead
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode: GU26 6DT

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic and a blanket.
Facilities: None.

How Long We Spent There: 2 hours 
Buggies: The main paths are relatively flat and easy to walk on but there are steps in places. 

Parking: There is a car park, which you reach by driving through a ford!
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Ducks, fish and insects.

Information Written: June 2022

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Waggoners Wells in Headley Down 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
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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The mesmerizing Mill Lane Waterfall roars down a hill and under the road where it pools as the slow flowing Ashford Stream. You can walk to the waterfall from Steep Recreation Ground. If you are feeling intrepid, you can continue from the waterfall to Shoulder of Mutton Hill in the Ashford Hangers. 

 

Northfield Wood

Millham's Copse, Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldNext to the play area is a copse of trees you can walk in. 

 

 

 

 

Mill Lane Waterfall

Millham's Copse, Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldIt is about a fifteen minute walk to the waterfall from Steep Recreation Ground. 

To find the path, leave the play area, walk over the field and head into Northfield Wood. Follow the main path through the trees to the left.

 

Mill Lane Waterfall, Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldThis path leads you through a kissing gate…

 

 

 

 

Mill Lane Waterfall, Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near Petersfield…and along a field.

There was an electric fence along this stretch of the path when we visited so keep an eye on any children with you. 

 

 

 

Mill Lane Waterfall, Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldAt the end of the path is a road that you turn right onto. Then it is a short walk along this road (with no pavement) to the waterfall.

Full details of the route we followed can be found on the Great British Life website. 

 

 

 

 

The Ashford Hangers

Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, Steep, Near Petersfield, HampshireThe footpath next to the waterfall takes you over the stream and on towards the Ashford Hangers.

 

 

 

Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, Steep, Near Petersfield, HampshireThe hangers are invigoratingly steep hillsides covered in clinging trees

 

 

 

 

Shoulder of Mutton Hill, Edward Thomas Stone, Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, Steep, Near Petersfield, Hampshireand with spectacular views. 

 

 

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Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldThe play equipment includes:

  • swings
  • a toddler swing
  • a wooden multiplay with climbing walls, nets, a bridge and a slide
  • picnic tables.

 

Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldNext to the play area is a football pitch.

 

 

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No website found

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Steep, near Petersfield
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode: GU32 2DE

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic. 
Facilities: None

How Long We Spent There: 1.5 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: There is no car park but you can park on the road next to the play area. 
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Butterflies, other insects, deer and birds.

Information Written: July 2022

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area in Steep, near Petersfield, and Mill Lane Waterfall is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

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  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
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Steep Recreation Ground is a small play area near Mill Lane waterfall and within walking distance of the Shoulder of Mutton Hill and the Ashford Hangers. 

 

Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldThe play equipment includes:

  • swings
  • a toddler swing
  • a wooden multiplay with climbing walls, nets, a bridge and a slide
  • picnic tables.

 

Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldNext to the play area is a football pitch.

 

 

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Northfield Wood

Millham's Copse, Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldNext to the play area is a wood you can walk in. 

 

 

 

 

Mill Lane Waterfall

Mill Lane Waterfall, Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area, Steep, Near PetersfieldThe mesmerizing Mill Lane Waterfall roars down a hill and under the road where it pools as a slow flowing stream.

 

 

 

The Ashford Hangers

Shoulder of Mutton Hill, Edward Thomas Stone, Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, Steep, Near Petersfield, HampshireThe footpath next to the waterfall takes you over the stream and on towards the Ashford Hangers.

 

 

 

Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, Steep, Near Petersfield, HampshireThe hangers are invigoratingly steep hillsides covered in clinging trees and with spectacular views. 

 

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No website found.

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Steep, near Petersfield
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode: GU32 2DE

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic. 
Facilities: None

How Long We Spent There: 1.5 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: There is no car park but you can park on the road next to the play area. 
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Butterflies and other insects, birds and deer.

Information Written: July 2022

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Steep Recreation Ground and Play Area in Steep, near Petersfield 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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Frensham Little Pond is a picturesque place for a paddle and a pond dip, surrounded by the fresh scent of pine, sandy beaches and Frensham Common.

 

Fun at the Beach…

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyThe pond has several sandy beaches where you can have fun wading, paddling and splashing.

You can also pond dip, build sand castles and feed the ducks.

 

 

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyThe biggest beaches are on the car park side of the pond but there are a few smaller beaches in other parts too. 

 

 

 

 

…but No Swimming

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreySwimming is not allowed at Frensham Little Pond to protect the pond habitat, but you can swim at the nearby Frensham Great Pond. 

 

 

 

 

The Tern Cafe

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyThe Tern Cafe is next to the pond and only a short walk from the car park.

It offers snacks, drinks and ice creams and has picnic tables, some under cover. 

 

 

 

Bird Hide

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyWhat will you spy from the bird hide?

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Walks

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyAlthough this is called Frensham Little Pond, it is not small – it took us about an hour to walk all the way around.

 

 

 

 

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyThere are benches and a boardwalk along the way. 

There is a Frensham Little Pond Family Trail you can follow around the pond. 

 

 

 

The Paths

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyMost of the paths were easy to push a normal buggy across. Some do have tree roots.

 

 

 

 

Frensham Little Pond, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyThere are sandy stretches onto Frensham Common that are tougher.

 

 

 

 

 

Frensham Common

Frensham Common, Frensham, Near Farnham, SurreyFrensham Little Pond is part of Frensham Common, an area of open and airy heathland with woods and beautiful viewpoints.

 

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Visit the Frensham Little Pond website

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Frensham, near Farnham
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU10 3BT

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat at the Tern Cafe. 
Facilities: Cafe, snacks, ice cream, picnic area, toilets, accessible toilets. 

How Long We Spent There: 3 hours
Buggies: You can push a buggy around the pond but choose one that can cope with sand and roots. 

Parking: There are several car parks but they can be very busy when the weather is warm.
Cost of Parking: Free for National Trust members or from £1.50 per hour.

Wildlife You Might See: Lots of birds, including ducks, swans, coots, moorhens and squirrels.

Information Written: March 2016
Information Checked: November 2023

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Frensham Little Pond near Farnham 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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With woods and paths to explore, places to build hideouts, scooter and cycle tracks, a gorgeous waterfall, some lost ruins from Rome, and a wooden playground, Virginia Water is a wonderful place to visit, with or without children. 

 

Explore

There are three main areas of Virginia Water:

  • Virginia Water and the Valley GardensVirginia Water – the main lake area, which has the Leptis Magna ruins, waterfall, and the totem pole. 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Virginia Water and the Valley GardensThe Valley Gardens – an area of hills and valleys planted with flowering plants from across the world. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Savill Garden and the Gingerbread TrailThe Savill Garden – beautiful and connected gardens that often have child-friendly events. 

 

 

 

 

  • Adventure Play at The Savill Garden near Virginia Water in Windsor Great ParkAdventure Play – wooden huts, tree houses and tube slides connected by bridges, climbing tunnels, nets and ladders.

 

 

 

 

The Play Area

Obelisk Lawn Play Area in Virginia Water and the Savill Garden, Windsor Great Park, SurreyIf you walk past the totem pole towards The Savill Garden, you will find the Obelisk Lawn Play Area. This has a sunken ship and equipment for children aged 2 to 9 years old. 

 

 

 

Cafes

There are several cafes around the gardens to buy coffee and snacks.

 

 

 

 

The Paths

Virginia Water and the Valley GardensThere are lots of walking routes to choose from. Each pass different features on a variety of surfaces – some paths are flat and well surfaced, others are muddy but flat and others are rugged and bumpy.

 

 

Pick Up a Map

There are clear sign posts but it is worth picking up a map. We found one in the cafe at the Valley Gardens car park.

 

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Visit the Virginia Water Lake and the Valley Gardens website

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Virginia Water
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU25 4QF

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or try one of the many places to buy food – the cafe next to Virginia Water car park or The Savill Garden car park, mobile cafes scattered across the gardens or nearby pubs.
Facilities: Cafes, picnic areas, ice creams, snacks, toilets, accessible toilets.

How Long We Spent There: 3 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: Several large car parks –  Virginia Water (GU25 4QF), Virginia Water South (SL5 7SB), Valley Gardens (TW20 0UJ – but Members and Friends only) and The Savill Garden (also TW20 0UJ). All of these are very busy during warm weather. 
Cost of Parking: From £3.10 per hour.

Wildlife You Might See: Butterflies and other insects, lots and lots of ducks and other water birds.

Information Written: November 2016
Information Checked: September 2023

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Virginia Water Lake and the Valley Gardens in Windsor Great Park 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
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User Rating 0 (0 votes)
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This tranquil stretch of the River Wey offers you a choice of walks – in one direction is Newark Lock and the ruins of Newark Priory and in the other is Papercourt Lock and a tumbling bay waterfall. 

 

Newark Lock

Newark Lock, Newark Priory, River Way Navigations, Pyrford, SurreyThis shady lock is a good place to see Newark Priory ruins and, if you are lucky, see the lock in action…

 

 

 

Newark Lock, Newark Priory, River Way Navigations, Pyrford, Surrey…which took about 20 minutes from start to finish.  

 

 

 

 

Newark Lock, Newark Priory, River Way Navigations, Pyrford, SurreyNewark Lock is about a five to ten minute walk from the car park, along a path that has a fairly smooth surface.   

 

 

 

Newark Priory Ruins

Newark Lock, Newark Priory, River Way Navigations, Pyrford, SurreyNewark Priory was built in the 12th century and dissolved by Henry VIII in 1539.

 

 

 

Newark Lock, Newark Priory, River Way Navigations, Pyrford, SurreyYou cannot visit the ruins but they can be seen from the footpath at Newark Lock.  

The best time to get a clear view of the Priory is when the trees have lost their leaves. 

 

Papercourt Lock

Papercourt Lock,River Way Navigations, Pyrford, SurreyAt Papercourt Lock there is a lock keeper’s cottage, a tumbling bay waterfall and moored boats. 

 

 

 

 

Papercourt Lock,River Way Navigations, Pyrford, SurreyThis lock is a little further – about fifteen to twenty minutes from the car park, through water meadows on a path that is not surfaced.  

 

 

 

Finding the Locks

Papercourt Lock,River Way Navigations, Pyrford, SurreyNewark Lane car park is next to the river. From here you can either turn right and walk along the river towards Newark Lock or walk left towards Papercourt Lock.  

 

 

Newark Lock, Newark Priory, River Way Navigations, Pyrford, SurreyBoth paths can become muddy so be sure to bring wellies if it’s been raining.

 

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Visit the Newark Priory website

Visit the River Way and Godalming navigations website

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Pyrford, near Woking
County: Surrey
Nearest Postcode: GU23 6DP

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic. 
Facilities: None

How Long We Spent There: 2 hours
Buggies: Choose a buggy that can handle bumps, grass and mud.

Parking: There is a small car park on Newark Lane (GU23 6DP) next to the road bridge.
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Herons, ducks, swans, cows, butterflies and other insects.

Information Written: May 2022

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Newark Priory, Newark Lock and Papercourt Lock near Woking is summarised below and you can add your own rating under ‘User Rating’ or in the ‘Add Comment’ section below.

 

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  • Value
  • Would We Go Back
3.0
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Hever Castle was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. It’s a picturesque castle that has everything a castle should have – a drawbridge, a moat and battlements – and even a castle-themed Hever Castle Adventure Play Area, complete with a secret passage!

I love Hever Castle. For me, it’s the perfect mix of fun, history, and nature.

 

Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, KentThe story of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn is brought to life by costumed Tudor characters, panelled rooms,

 

 

 

 

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, Kentbanquet halls and even a potential candidate for Henry VIII’s bed chamber.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Grounds

Hever CastleThe grounds boast several formal gardens, statues,

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, Kentwaterfalls, a lake 

 

 

 

 

 

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, Kentand bushes shaped like chess pieces and animals. 

 

 

 

 

The Ducks

Hever CastleThere are also plenty of marauding ducks to feed.

 

 

 

 

The Two Mazes

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, KentThere are two mazes to pit your wits against – a hedge maze and a water maze.

 

The Hedge Maze

The hedge maze is lots of fun and took us about ten minutes of wandering around to solve.

 

 

The Water Maze

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, KentThe water maze is ingenious.

Your task is to reach the centre whilst dodging the jets of water that suddenly erupt when step on the wrong stone.

 

 

 

The Adventure Play Area

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, KentThe fantastic Hever Castle Adventure Play Area centres around a castle called Tudor Towers.

It has tube slides, turrets, bridges and poles.

 

 

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, KentIt also has a secret passage, maze and musical instruments.

 

 

 

 

Hever Castle and Adventure Play Area, Hever, KentThe castle is surrounded by more play equipment, including slides, swings, tunnels and an obstacle course.

 

Read more

 

Visit the Hever Castle website

 

Further Information

Nearest Town: Hever
County: Kent
Nearest Postcode: TN8 7NG

Adult Cost Range: Various 
Child Cost Range: Various
Free if: Under 5 years or entry to the gardens can be free with RHS membership at set times.

Opens: Daily from March to December.

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: 4 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly

Parking: The castle is a short walk from the car park, which has lots of spaces.
Cost of Parking: Free

Wildlife You Might See: Ducks and swans.

Information Written: May 2016
Information Checked: September 2021

Visitor Information

 

Ratings

Our visit to Hever Castle in Hever near Tonbridge 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
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User Rating 0 (0 votes)
Comments Rating 0 (0 reviews)

 

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