Twenty years ago, Hambledon Common lay overgrown and forgotten before being pruned back to its former glory. The common's landscape was transformed centuries ago through the extraction of sand which was used in building and glassmaking. Archaeologists discovered flint tools on the site dating back to Neolithic and Mesolithic eras.

Until the start of the 20th century, the common was used to graze cattle amongst the heather. Today, you can find three heather flower varieties between July and September, as well as woodlark birds and rare sand lizards.

November 25, 2018

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Lovely common with even some benches for the sights. Perfect for a picnic on a sunny day.

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September 26, 2020

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Hambledon village shop is a good starting point to join footpath.

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1. Hambledon Common loop from the Merry Harriers — Surrey Hills

3.40km

00:55

40m

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Wormley, Witley, & Hambledon loop — Surrey Hills

10.4km

02:49

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hydon's Ball, Winkworth Arboretum & the Greensand Way loop from Witley — Surrey Hills

19.5km

05:15

240m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 140 m

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Location: Hambledon, Waverley, Surrey, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Hambledon Common

1. Hambledon Common loop from the Merry Harriers — Surrey Hills

2. Wormley, Witley, & Hambledon loop — Surrey Hills

3. Hydon's Ball, Winkworth Arboretum & the Greensand Way loop from Witley — Surrey Hills

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