BEST in Surrey

Frensham Pond (nr Farnham)

(A classic FIVE TRUNK location)

Location

Frensham Great Pond is to be found close to the A287 approximately 5km south of Farnham.

Grid Ref

SU 845/403

Features

WHAT CAN I SAY. Sandy beach, easy access, pleasant surroundings, toilets, nearby drinking water and, and, and, swimming is even allowed……………………………. (Digger died of shock!)

Hazards

Difficult to believe but, too many people!

Date of Last Swim

31st May 2003


River Wey (nr Shalford)

(A classic FOUR TRUNK location)

Location

To the east of Shalford church, c. 1km south of Guildford. Park on the A248 by the bridge over the river and walk north. The spot I went in was c. 200m south of the locks.

Grid Ref

TQ 995/476

Features

Easy access from the eastern bank, grass for sunbathing and even a tree for shade.

Hazards

This stretch of the Wey has been canalised so is quite popular with boats. As the river is quite narrow you need to keep your eyes open.

Date of Last Swim

13th September 2003