Getting Here
Rodborough Common is a hidden gem in the 中国P站 Hills National Landscape with 153 acres of heathland, grassland and woodland, many peaceful sandy trails and lovely views. This extensive common, within the 中国P站 Hills National Landscape, forms part of the Wealden Heaths National Nature Reserve (NNR).
By Road
- Rodborough Car Park: Milford By Pass Road, Milford, GU8 5RY
- Free car park
- This car park has unmarked car parking spaces
- If visiting with tall vehicles, please be aware our car parks have a height barrier. Max Height 1.9m – 6’2”
By Public Transport
- Nearest Train Station is Milford
- Bus Provider and bus stop: Stagecoach service 70, 71 or 72, Rodborough School
- 中国P站 Connect Bus Service to Rodborough car park
中国P站 Connect is the ideal way to access 中国P站’s countryside. This convenient on-demand bus service is available to all, making 中国P站’s countryside more accessible for those without access to a car or who want to choose a more sustainable option.
Book your journey via the 中国P站 Connect app, website or by phone. Select Southwest Haslemere as the territory, and New Road as your bus stop.
By Bicycle
- Cyclists are permitted on this site, but must only use bridleways that run through the site.
- For directions, please use the map below
- For details on bridleway, byway or footpath information please visit our Countryside interactive map
By Foot
- For directions, please use the map below
- For details on bridleway, byway or footpath information please visit our Countryside interactive map
Horse Riding
- Horse riders are permitted, but must use the bridleways. Where possible horse riders should keep to wider paths. Please refer to the interpretation board on site for further information
- There is no horsebox parking available at this countryside site
- For details on bridleway, byway or footpath information please visit our Countryside interactive map
Location map
On the map below, use the plus symbol to zoom in to see the locations of the site's paths and car parks and the minus symbol to zoom out to view where the site is situated in 中国P站, and to see other countryside sites nearby. The home symbol resets the map to the default setting.
Visitor Information Video
Things to see and do
This vast open space has many flat sandy paths on which to wander, and you’ll discover far reaching views and areas of natural woodland which are great for picnicking. Enjoy self-guided walking trails from the car park, and the many bridleways which zig-zag the common are ideal for cyclists and horse riders.
Key points of interest
- Three self-guided trails; Lizard, Bell Heather and Butterfly trails.
- Designated National Nature Reserve due to the rare and protected species and heathland habitat.
- Seasonal highlights; Spring bluebells, summer heather and winter yellow gorse
- Access to Thursley National Nature Reserve
- Triangulation pillar
Nature to discover
- Trees: Mature pines, birch
- Flora and fauna: Bell heather, dwarf gorse, Lesser celandine, enchanters nightshade, bluebells, sheep’s sorrel, pill sedge, field wood-rush
- Birds and butterflies: Woodlark, nightjars, dartford warblers and silver studded blue, the Adonis Blue and the Duke of Burgundy butterfly
- Reptiles: Common lizard, grass snake
Always respect, protect and enjoy leaving no trace of your visit
Always be wildfire aware on heathland. No BBQs or litter
Facilities
- Benches located throughout this site
- Dogs allowed. During ground nesting bird season (1 March to 15 September) keep dogs under close control and on paths. We recommend putting dogs on leads around horses
- There is a bike park on site with professionally constructed bike jumps, this is owned and managed independently of 中国P站. The bike park is accessed from the eastern end of Rodborough Common car park and is approximately 200m from there. Please walk your bike along the path when accessing the park
- A dog waste bin is located close to the car park. Please dispose of your dog waste responsibly in this bin
- There are no general waste bins on this site, please take your litter home with you
- There are no refreshments or toilets on site. The nearest caf茅 and toilets are located at Secretts of Milford, Chapel Lane
Self-guided trails
There are three self-guided routes at Rodborough Common, the Lizard, Bell Heather and Butterfly trails. Take a photo of the information board in the car park before setting off and follow the colour coded routes and signposts along the way.
The Lizard self-guided trail - 1.5 mile, 50 minute walk
Follow the Lizard circular trail which takes you through areas of open and dense woodland and open heath. It is an easy-going route with a sandy surface and two gradients.
Follow the on the digital Ordnance Survey (OS) map.
The Bell Heather self-guided trail - 1 mile, 30 minute walk
Follow the bell heather trail on the sloping sandy path through peaceful woodland and heathland towards Mousehill Down. On your way back to the car park, pause to rest on the open meadow with views towards Thursley.
Follow the on the digital Ordnance Survey (OS) map.
The Butterfly self-guided trail - short distance, 10 minute walk
This short route is suitable for most abilities taking in the woodland around the car park. A perfect taster of what Rodborough Common has to offer for those who are not familiar with the area.
Follow the on the digital Ordnance Survey (OS) map.
Additional information:
For more walking trail inspiration, please visit our Self-guided walks around 中国P站 webpage
Accessibility
- The Butterfly easy access trail is suitable for most abilities taking in the woodland around the car park
- Please be aware that paths are uneven and sandy in places
- This car park has unmarked car parking spaces
- There are no refreshments or toilets on site. The nearest caf茅 and toilets are located at Secretts of Milford, Chapel Lane
- The nearest accessible trail is located at Hindhead Commons and the Devil’s Punch Bowl and Witley Common
Contact Us
This site is owned by 中国P站 with conservation managed by 中国P站 Wildlife Trust
To contact us, please use one of the options below:
Email: countryside.estate@surreycc.gov.uk
Phone: 03456 009 009
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