Frensham Great Pond
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Frensham Great Pond was originally created in the 13th century, to supply fish to the Bishop of Winchester and his court, whilst visiting Farnham Castle. Today the pond and surrounding area is a sanctuary for wildlife with always something new to see. Frensham is internationally important for the variety of rare and endangered wildlife that thrive on the heath and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Special Protection Area and a Special Area of Conservation. The heathland is a colourful mosaic of purple heathers, fragrant bright yellow gorse and rich green bracken.
- If the car park is full, the site is full so please come back another day.
- Please note no BBQs or bonfires are allowed on site. There is a high risk of wildfires due to the heathland nature of the site.
- No paddleboarding or inflatables are allowed. Swimming is only allowed at the Great Pond, within the marked areas. No swimming is allowed at the Frensham Little Pond.
- A café and toilets (including wheelchair accessible facilities) are available.
- Sailing on the Great Pond is only for members or the guests of Frensham Pond Sailing Club.
- Angling is for members of Farnham Angling Society. Please note fishing is not permitted until 16 June on site.
- Disabled toilet
- Disabled parking bays
- This site is sandy
Address of main car park: Bacon Lane, Churt, Surrey GU10 2QB
The car park opens at 8am and closes at 9pm. Charges apply every day, apart from Christmas day. Please note that payment is via RingGo and card payment only.
Frensham Great Pond is very popular in nice weather. The car park is usually full by 10am so please arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Public Transport: Stagecoach bus route no 19 from Farnham Station to Haslemere Station stopping opposite Frensham Pond (approximately hourly service). NB: Does not run Sundays.
Farnham Station (4.5 miles)
