Headley Heath

With the weather getting warmer, take some time to discover which of our native woodland and hedgerow trees produce beautiful and sweetly scented blossom in spring.

Headley Heath provides a rare environment of acid lowland heath and dry chalk downland. It is the perfect habitat for a whole range of wildlife, including lizards. Follow this walk to learn more.

A ramble through woodland and heathland on acidic soils, which leads you out onto chalk downland turf before returning onto heathland and back into woodland.

With over 25 species of butterflies, a handful of reptiles and amphibians not to mention mammals, birds and wildflowers, there's plenty of wildlife to spot at Headley.

We manage our habitat at Headley Heath to make sure that we continue to attract wildlife and preserve the rich ecosystem that is in place here. Find out more about the habitats and how we do it.

From the home of a Queen Mother to lords of the manor to defending our nation during the Second World War, Headley Heath has had a truly interesting history.

Discover Headley Heath's involvement in one of the most daring operations of the Second World War - the only assassination of a senior Nazi leader.

In the 18th century Headley Heath was part of Ashtead Park Estate. Manors were bought and sold then as today but then the lord of the manor was much more powerful.

Federico Ghittoni has been Headley Heath's long-term volunteer for the past 12 months. After studying in York, he wanted to get some practical experience of nature conservation work.

Join our team of volunteers and see how you could make a difference whilst having some fun too at Headley Heath.

Across the Surrey Hills including Headley Heath, we’ve a wide range of events, guided nature walks and activities to entertain the whole family. Why not join us for special time out?

Papillon House School pupils have been visiting Headley Heath over the past few months, here's an update on their visits.