Surrey

Frensham Little Pond

Medieval bishops' fish pond in tranquil wildlife haven amidst precious heathland

Priory Lane, Frensham, Surrey, GU10 3BT

Opening times
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The sun rising over the pond at Frensham, on a frosty winter's morning

Café
The Tern Café serves a selection of snacks, cakes and bakes and hot and cold drinks. There is seating outside only. Hot food is served from 10.30am. Every time you bring your own cup, we will give you 25p off as a thank you.
Car park
Car parks: Free for National Trust members: please scan your card for your free ticket. Non members please use Paybyphone; area code: 803458 (0330 060 4037) £1.50 for 1 hour; £3 for 2 hours; £4 for up-to 4 hours; £6 for 5 hours and above.
Dogs allowed
Well-controlled dogs are welcome. Dogs are not permitted to swim in the pond in order to protect the wildlife. Please keep on leads while birds are nesting (March to September). Dog waste bins are provided in the two main car parks.
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Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
North of Haslemere off A287; pass sign for Frensham Great Pond and village green and then east along Priory Lane. Please park in the allocated car parks. Parking on Priory Lane is prohibited.
On foot
Walk from the school in Frensham, cross the A287 and follow the footpaths to Frensham Little Pond. See Ordnance Survey map Explorer 145
By train
Haslemere station, then take Stagecoach 19 bus
By bus
Stagecoach 19, Aldershot-Haslemere, alight at the school in Frensham. Visit Surrey County Council for further information
Cycling
North of Haslemere off A287; pass sign for Frensham Great Pond and village green and then east along Priory Lane. View local cycle routes: https://www.sustrans.org.uk/

Opening times for 12 May 2025
Asset	Opening time
Countryside	Dawn - Dusk
Tern Café	10:00 - 16:00

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