Hydon's Ball and Heath
Hydon's Ball and Heath
Hydon's Ball is one of our earliest acquisitions and is a memorial to one of our co-founders, Octavia Hill, who died in 1912. It’s one of the highest points in Surrey and the steep, wooded, south-facing slope commands magnificent views across the surrounding countryside towards the Sussex border.
Enjoy lovely walks across the peaceful heath and woodland, which is a wonderful mix of many trees including oaks and chestnuts, with a surprise of non-native shrubs planted by the British garden designer, writer, and artist, Gertrude Jekyll.
Hydon's Ball and Heath is also a haven for wildlife - Nightingales can be heard in the spring and siskin and brambling visit the common in winter.
Nature Trail
Cool days - rosy cheeks and pink noses... Wrap up warm and enjoy and a family adventure along our trail - run between tall trees, crunch along frosty paths or collect a few sweet chestnuts. Why not bring your four legged friend too, there’re lots of sticks to play with.