A short 10 minute drive* from Carshalton brings you to historic Chipstead Village. There’s Elmore pond by the recreation ground. The White Hart pub dates dates back to the 1770s. A short walk further are the picturesque Shabden cottages built in the 1870s for workers on the Shabden estate, and listed in the 1980s. Shabden House still stands (old pics) but is now split up into private flats.
Opposite is an old well house, built around the same time to provide fresh water for estate workers.
Further along is Shabden Park Farm with beautiful country walks (and black sheep).
“Shabden Park is a 103-hectare nature reserve in Chipstead in Surrey. It is owned by Surrey County Council and managed by the Surrey Wildlife Trust and is part of the Chipstead Downs Site of Special Scientific Interest.” Wikipedia
Please keep closely to the paths when going around farmers crops, and keep dogs on leads as sheep are grazing. Thank you.
£1.50 – Download an optional A4 printable route map around Shabden Park Farm and Estate along with the locations above marked, and where to park (updated).
*other modes of transport may be available. Please enter details in the comments if you’ve reached here another way.
£1.50 – Download an optional A4 printable route map around Shabden Park Farm and Estate along with the locations above marked, and where to park (updated).
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Enjoyed this walk on a winter’s day. Pretty village, enquisitive sheep, lovely views.
The map could be more helpful!
Thanks for your comments. As of November 2023, the map has been updated with additional instructions.