New Hike!!! 16km Bourne Wood with Film Locations and Frensham Common
April 7, 2024 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm
Stunning Bourne Wood, near Farnham forms hilly heathland and woodland offering impressive views, without being overlooked by any larger developments. This unique setting makes it a very sought […]
Stunning Bourne Wood, near Farnham forms hilly heathland and woodland offering impressive views, without being overlooked by any larger developments. This unique setting makes it a very sought after film location for many blockbusters.
Please note: The meeting point/car park may change but will be nearby. You’ll be notified,
A slightly amended route from our January walk through the isolated pine clad sandy hills of western Surrey with a mix of woodland, open heath and one of the famous Frensham Ponds
This walk takes in a number of interesting locations including a micro-brewery, a RSPB nature reserve but is probably most famous as the iconic filming location for a number of films including Harry Potter, Gladiator, Games of Thrones and more recently Napoleon.
Come along and enjoy a relatively easy walk amongst stunning scenery and find out more about the geography and history of this beautiful landscape.
Duration: Approx 4.5h including breaks
Meet at: Bourne Wood Car Park, off Tilford Road near Farnham (nearest postcode: GU10 2BH – Grid Ref: SU859 445) what3words address.
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Refreshments & Facilities: Available at Frensham Little Ponds
Hiking Guide: Martin David, Mountain leader and North Downs Way Ambassador (Contact in emergency 07563 552246)
Martin and I did the North Downs Way Ambassador training together and we are equally passionate about the outdoors and hiking.
He is an experienced walking, mountain and expedition leader who splits his time between the South of England, the Welsh Mountains and Overseas trips.
Having lived in the Surrey Hills all of his life, we are excited to have Martin on board to lead some new walks and share his knowledge in the amazing countryside closer to home.
Further event details and how to prepare for the walk:
Please ensure you bring water and snack for the walk.
Please wear sturdy shoes; bring waterproofs if necessary. The distance and duration of the walk depends on the group’s pace and weather conditions. We aim for a medium walking pace with several stops, unless advertised in the event description.
For further details on how to prepare please read our Hiking Guide.