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Fames Rough

© Surrey Wildlife Trust

Fames Rough, Coneyboro Hill & Harholt Plantation

A haven for many rare plant species.

Location

Between Tadworth & Chipstead
Tadworth
Surrey
Nearest postcode: CR5 3NJ

OS Map Reference

TQ267572

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A static map of Fames Rough, Coneyboro Hill & Harholt Plantation

Know before you go

Size
23 hectares
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Entry fee

No
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Parking information

Public car park off Holly Lane, Chipstead
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Grazing animals

Sheep
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Access

Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.

Dogs

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When to visit

Opening times

Open at all times

Best time to visit

June to August

About the reserve

Part of the Chipstead Downs Site of Special Scientific Interest, Fames Rough and Coneyboro Hill comprise open grassland habitats on steep slopes, which are a haven for rare chalk grassland plant species. 

The wooded area of Harholt Plantation consists of managed Hazel coppice, with areas of scrub.

Accessibility and facilities

  • An unmade car park with unmarked parking bays can be found on Holly Lane, Chipstead.
  • A public footpath crosses the site
  • There are no accessible self-guided trails at this site.
  • Paths are uneven, slippery and steep.
  • There are no refreshments or toilets on site.
  • This site is not suitable for wheelchair and mobility scooter users, or people with serious mobility issues.

Species

Habitat

Contact us

Surrey County Council
Contact number: 0300 200 1003
Contact email: contact.centre@surreycc.gov.uk

Environmental designation

Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)