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11/08/2026

With yet another heatwave forecast this week, Ashtead Common is looking rather parched and dry, and the fire risk is extremely high.

You're very welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy the Common, but BBQs, disposable barbecues, campfires, and any other naked flames are strictly prohibited. One small spark is all it takes to start a wildfire, putting wildlife, habitats, our precious veteran trees, visitors, and neighbouring properties at risk.

Please help us keep the Common safe by:
✅ Bringing a picnic instead of a BBQ
✅ Taking all litter home with you
✅ Disposing of ci******es safely
✅ Keeping an eye out for any signs of fire

If you see a fire, contact the Fire & Rescue Service immediately by calling 999 and notify our out-of-hours service on 01372 279488 so that the on-call ranger can attend and assist where needed.

Please do not report fires or other urgent issues via Facebook Messenger, as messages are not monitored out of hours.

Thank you for helping protect Ashtead Common during this hot, dry spell so that people, wildlife, and our neighbouring communities can continue to enjoy this special place safely.

10/08/2026

🌳Could your organisation help more people discover, enjoy and care for Ashtead Common?

Applications are now open for the City of London Corporation's Enjoying Green Spaces and the Natural Environment Fund.

Grants of £2,000 to £15,000 are available for projects that: 🌿 improve biodiversity 🤝 connect communities with green spaces 🦋 help children and young people engage with nature 💚 support wellbeing

We're keen to hear from organisations with ideas that could make a positive difference at Ashtead Common and other City Corporation green spaces.

Applications close at noon on Monday, September 21 2026. Find out more and apply: https://tinyurl.com/yc78n6hp

04/08/2026

🦇 Discover the secret world of bats on Ashtead Common! 🌙

Join the Ashtead Common Rangers for one of our popular evening Bat Walks this August:

📅 Wednesday 12 August – 8:30pm
📅 Saturday 15 August – 8:30pm

Using bat detectors, we'll be listening out for what's flying overhead as we explore Ashtead Common at dusk. You might even catch a glimpse of these fascinating nocturnal mammals as they feed on insects!

Event information:
🦇 Families welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult)
🦇 Please leave dogs at home, as we'll be looking for shy wildlife
🦇 Expect rough and uneven terrain, so sturdy footwear is essential
🦇 Meet at the Ashtead Common Estate Office
🦇 Bring a torch and warm clothing
🦇 £3 per person – your contribution helps us continue running events like these and supports conservation projects that benefit both people and wildlife on Ashtead Common.

🎟️ Spaces are limited, so book your place via our Eventbrite page:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/17228025876

We hope you'll join us for an unforgettable evening discovering one of Ashtead Common's most remarkable residents! 🌳✨

27/06/2026

UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, commencement of the work has been postponed. The team will communicate a revised start date once it has been confirmed.

Path resurfacing works are scheduled to take place from Tuesday 30 June to Friday 3 July near the entrance to Ashtead Common on Overdale.

During this period, contractors will be carrying out essential maintenance to improve the condition and safety of the paths. As part of this work, vehicles and machinery will be operating in the area, and activity levels may vary throughout the day depending on progress and weather conditions.

The paths are expected to remain open for general use, but there may be short intervals when temporary access restrictions are required. These brief closures will allow the team to complete specific tasks safely and efficiently.

We appreciate your cooperation and patience while these improvements are carried out. The completed works will help ensure a more durable surface for all users.

12/02/2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team at Ashtead Common as an Assistant Ranger.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Ranger to help care for this beautiful 200-hectare National Nature Reserve, support habitat and estate management activities, engage with visitors, and work alongside volunteers and contractors.

Applications close at 12 noon on 20 February 2026. To apply, or for more information, please visit: https://cityoflondon.jobs.hr.cloud.sap/job/Assistant-Ranger-Ashtead/1089-en_GB

15/09/2025

⚠️ Yellow Weather Warning – Strong Winds ⚠️

The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather Warning for strong winds in our area today (Monday, 15 September).

For your safety, we strongly advise avoiding Ashtead Common during this period. Because trees are still in full leaf, they are more vulnerable to damage, increasing the risk of falling branches or even whole trees — including in areas that may look sheltered.

Our Rangers will continue to monitor conditions and will carry out post-storm safety checks once wind speeds have dropped below the safety threshold.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us keep everyone safe 🙏

Please share this message with anyone planning a visit.

12/06/2025

🚧 Bridleway 38 resurfacing works – starting week of 16th June 🚧

Please be advised that resurfacing works will begin on Bridleway 38 during the week commencing 16th June, to repair damage along the track.

👷‍♂️ Heavy machinery and vehicles will be in operation during this time.
🐶 For everyone's safety, please take extra care and ensure dogs are kept under close control.
🚫 Temporary access restrictions may be in place while works are underway.

We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and cooperation as we carry out these essential improvements.

Thank you.

22/05/2025

We were very happy to host the Surrey County Council Flood Risk, Planning, and Consenting team for a corporate volunteer day earlier this week. The team took on the task of installing one of our new leaky dams —a project closely aligned with their expertise and passion. They did a fantastic job, and we’re truly grateful for their support.

07/05/2025

Later today, we'll welcome the Belted Galloway cattle as they return to graze selected areas of Ashtead Common. These gentle grazers play a vital role in creating a rich and diverse wood pasture system, benefiting wildflowers and native grasses.

After a successful trial last year, we’re continuing to use the NoFence system—so you won’t see electric fencing, but the grazing areas will still be clearly signposted.

📍 Want to know where the cattle are? Visit https://grazingmap.nofence.no/ or scan the QR code on one of our posters onsite with your phone’s camera for their real-time GPS location once they’ve arrived. For this, you will have to allow location settings on your device.

12/10/2024

We had a great time hosting an entire Ranger team get-together with colleagues from other City of London Open Spaces within 'The Commons' network.

The Ashtead team led a guided tour of the National Nature Reserve, showcasing key conservation efforts. The team explained what we get up to from science-led veteran tree management to how we create our site furniture from timber cut on Ashtead Common. The team also talked about how we're expanding conservation grazing through innovative satellite fencing technology and trialing a number of 'leaky dams', designed to slow the flow of water into the River Rye with the dual purpose of flood prevention and creating ephemeral ponds for wildlife.

While these big team gatherings are rare, they are a brilliant opportunity for us Rangers to hear what other teams are doing, share knowledge, and maybe even learn a thing or two!

Address

Woodfield Road
Ashtead
KT212DU

Telephone

+441372279083

Website

https://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/things-to-do/green-spaces/city-commons/ashtead-common/Pages/default.aspx

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