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Hydon's Ball and Heath

Heritage Site in Surrey Waverley

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Hydon's Ball and Heath

Horses south of Little Burgate Farm
Horses south of Little Burgate Farm Credit: Ian Cunliffe

Hydon's Ball and Heath is a historic site located in Surrey, England. Situated near the village of Hambledon, it encompasses an area of approximately 80 acres. The site is renowned for its natural beauty, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The main attraction of Hydon's Ball and Heath is Hydon's Ball, a prominent hill that stands at an elevation of 715 feet. This hill is known for its distinctive spherical shape, which is believed to have been formed by erosion over thousands of years. Visitors can climb to the top of Hydon's Ball to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the North Downs and the South Downs.

The heathland surrounding Hydon's Ball is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, and various species of birds and butterflies. The site is particularly notable for its rare and endangered species, making it an important conservation area.

In addition to its natural features, Hydon's Ball and Heath also has a rich cultural heritage. The area has evidence of human activity dating back thousands of years, with archaeological finds including Iron Age and Roman artifacts. The site also has historical connections to the famous author, Octavia Hill, who was instrumental in the development of the National Trust, a conservation organization that now manages the site.

Hydon's Ball and Heath offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Whether it's taking in the stunning views from the top of Hydon's Ball or exploring the diverse wildlife and archaeological remains, a visit to this heritage site is sure to be a memorable experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.147/-0.603 or Grid Reference SU9739. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Horses south of Little Burgate Farm
Horses south of Little Burgate Farm
Fields south of Fourteen Acre Copse
Fields south of Fourteen Acre Copse
Gate on path east of Court Farm - view to the east There's a very clear, neat path through the cultivated fields on either side of this gate.
Gate on path east of Court Farm - view to the east
There's a very clear, neat path through the cultivated fields on either side of this gate.
Shallon - Gaultheria shallon - near Hydon's Ball I've never seen this plant before. I think I've got the identification right, but I'm happy to be corrected. Shallon is a naturalised native of western North America. A member of the heather family, it grows on acid soils and is regarded as somewhat invasive. It certainly seemed to be dominant here, growing in profusion on either side of the path.
Shallon - Gaultheria shallon - near Hydon's Ball
I've never seen this plant before. I think I've got the identification right, but I'm happy to be corrected. Shallon is a naturalised native of western North America. A member of the heather family, it grows on acid soils and is regarded as somewhat invasive. It certainly seemed to be dominant here, growing in profusion on either side of the path.
Winkworth Arboretum - Carousel Time riding by on "the gallopers", a festive attraction to complement "The Snowman Trail" in the woodland garden. <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.nationaltrust.org.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Winkworth Arboretum - Carousel
Time riding by on "the gallopers", a festive attraction to complement "The Snowman Trail" in the woodland garden. LinkExternal link
Hascombe To the left of picture, Mare Lane vanishes down a steep gradient towards the village of Hascombe. A bridleway continues straight ahead.
Hascombe
To the left of picture, Mare Lane vanishes down a steep gradient towards the village of Hascombe. A bridleway continues straight ahead.
Hascombe Mare Lane, to the west of the village.
Hascombe
Mare Lane, to the west of the village.
Hydon's Ball Viewpoint on top of a sandy Surrey hill near Godalming.
Hydon's Ball
Viewpoint on top of a sandy Surrey hill near Godalming.
St Dominic's School, Hambledon
St Dominic's School, Hambledon
Plaque on Hambledon Village Hall
Plaque on Hambledon Village Hall
Looking southwest in Malthouse Lane
Looking southwest in Malthouse Lane
Bus stop outside Hambledon Village Hall Hambledon is a small and scattered village in Surrey, south of Guildford. It is tucked away amongst fields and woodland between Witley and Chiddingfold. Hambledon appears in Domesday Book of 1086 as Hameledune. It was held by Rannulf from Edward de Sarisber (Salisbury). In the 16th century, its land was mined for iron ore. In recent times this was replaced by another local industry - brick making. The village has a church (St Peter's) with giant Yew trees. Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.hambledonsurrey.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.hambledonsurrey.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Bus stop outside Hambledon Village Hall
Hambledon is a small and scattered village in Surrey, south of Guildford. It is tucked away amongst fields and woodland between Witley and Chiddingfold. Hambledon appears in Domesday Book of 1086 as Hameledune. It was held by Rannulf from Edward de Sarisber (Salisbury). In the 16th century, its land was mined for iron ore. In recent times this was replaced by another local industry - brick making. The village has a church (St Peter's) with giant Yew trees. Website: LinkExternal link
2020 vision: Day 15 Rush hour in Hambledon Temperature 10C BBC, 1st headline (Today Programme) British Airways chief Willie Walsh criticises government for considering helping Flybe
2020 vision: Day 15
Rush hour in Hambledon Temperature 10C BBC, 1st headline (Today Programme) British Airways chief Willie Walsh criticises government for considering helping Flybe
2020 vision: Day 17 Looking eastwards from Hambledon Churchyard Temperature 8C 1st headline BBC, "PM" supreme leader Ali Khamenei gave his first Friday sermon in Tehran for eight years
2020 vision: Day 17
Looking eastwards from Hambledon Churchyard Temperature 8C 1st headline BBC, "PM" supreme leader Ali Khamenei gave his first Friday sermon in Tehran for eight years
2020 vision: Day 20 Winter trees in Church Lane Temperature 1C 1st headline, 6AM BBC Today programme "Prince Harry speaks of his great sadness of stepping down as a frontline Royal"
2020 vision: Day 20
Winter trees in Church Lane Temperature 1C 1st headline, 6AM BBC Today programme "Prince Harry speaks of his great sadness of stepping down as a frontline Royal"
2020 vision: Day 22 A very murky afternoon opposite The Merry Harriers in Hambledon Temperature 5C BBC Radio 4 News 4pm: Saudi Arabia has denied that its crown prince was responsible for hacking Amazon boss Jeff Bezos' phone.
2020 vision: Day 22
A very murky afternoon opposite The Merry Harriers in Hambledon Temperature 5C BBC Radio 4 News 4pm: Saudi Arabia has denied that its crown prince was responsible for hacking Amazon boss Jeff Bezos' phone.
2020 vision: Day 324 Scary figure in Hambledon- one of a series designed to shame speeding motorists <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.hambledonsurrey.co.uk/?p=13827" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.hambledonsurrey.co.uk/?p=13827">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Temperature 7C BBC Radio Five Live, 4pm news bulletin: researchers at Oxford University say the Coronavirus vaccine they are working on shows "a promising immune response" for the over sixties.
2020 vision: Day 324
Scary figure in Hambledon- one of a series designed to shame speeding motorists LinkExternal link Temperature 7C BBC Radio Five Live, 4pm news bulletin: researchers at Oxford University say the Coronavirus vaccine they are working on shows "a promising immune response" for the over sixties.
2020 vision: Day 331 Footpath from Church Lane to Vann Hill: it is on the Greensand Way Temperature 8C BBC Radio Four, PM, 17:00 news bulletin, first headline: the vast majority of England has been placed in the toughest Coronavirus categories which come in to place when the present lockdown ends on 2 December.
2020 vision: Day 331
Footpath from Church Lane to Vann Hill: it is on the Greensand Way Temperature 8C BBC Radio Four, PM, 17:00 news bulletin, first headline: the vast majority of England has been placed in the toughest Coronavirus categories which come in to place when the present lockdown ends on 2 December.
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Hydon's Ball and Heath is located at Grid Ref: SU9739 (Lat: 51.147, Lng: -0.603)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

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Located within 500m of 51.147,-0.603
Hydon's Ball
Ele: 179
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q8520591
Wikipedia: en:Hydon's Ball
Lat/Long: 51.147254/-0.6032655
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Bench
Octavia Hill Memorial
Backrest: yes
Material: stone
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 51.1473/-0.6032056
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Man Made: survey_point
Ref: S5563
Source: gps
Lat/Long: 51.14718/-0.6033354
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Hydon's Ball & Heath
Board Type: history
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.1471943/-0.6033781
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Historic: memorial
Lat/Long: 51.1466874/-0.6046798
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