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Blackheath Villager selected to represent Britain at the Pony European Eventing Championships
- MAP OF THE VILLAGE
Find out how to get to Blackheath Village, a historic and...
- MAP OF THE VILLAGE
The picturesque village of Blackheath is one of the smallest in Surrey with just over 220 people on the electoral register. Although only 4 miles from Guildford, it is relatively ‘isolated’ as it can only be approached by 3 narrow lanes.
Find out how to get to Blackheath Village, a historic and charming community in the Surrey Hills, with this handy map of the village.
Blackheath Heathlands. Blackheath is a landscape that has been heavily influenced by human activity. Bronze age farmers cleared areas of forest for cultivation but on the surrey grasslands where the soils were very thin and sandy, the nutrients were quickly lost.
OS Grid reference: SU035455 Blackheath Common is in the heart of the Surrey Hills; it has large open sandy areas as well as woodland. The soft sand underfoot can be quite tiring so the numerous bench seats become most welcome. There are many gently rising paths which are not too demanding.
Experience this 2.6-km circular trail near Chilworth, Surrey. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 40 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
Address: Blackheath Lane, Blackheath, Surrey, England, GU4 8RA Attraction Type: Historic Church Location: In the centre of Blackheath village, one mile east of Wonersh, signposted from the crossroads.
