About the reserve

Ownership of Brentmoor Heath is split between the MOD, Surrey County Council and Surrey Heath Borough Council and managed by the Trust.

The site occupies the north eastern corner of an extensive block of lowland heath that includes Colony Bog, Pirbright Ranges and Bisley Ranges, and the training areas of West End Common.

The reserve is made up of wet and dry heath habitats, with areas of woodland, acid grassland and ponds.

The dry heath is dominated by Ling, whilst the wet areas support the insectivorous sundews, Cotton-grass, White Beak Sedge and Cross-leaved Heath.

The site is a haven for reptiles like Grass Snakes, Adders, Common Lizards and Slow Worms. Many invertebrates can be found, including the rare Heath Tiger Beetle. Heathland birds such as the Nightjar and Dartford Warbler are also present.

At the bottom of the reserve you will come across a long stretch of razor wire fence. This marks the boundary of the Pirbright Ranges range-danger area that is closed to the public. Pirbright Ranges is also managed by the Trust and is home to a herd of Red Deer, which are tasked with grazing the site.

Please note that access to this site is subject to the terms and conditions of the Military Byelaws, which are displayed at all major access points.