Chorleywood Common – Common Road Parking Area
Enjoy Chorleywood Common
๐ Type: Free public parking (grass/gravel) | ๐ Open: 24/7 | ๐ Rating: 4.5/5 (200+ reviews)
๐ Overview
A tranquil, natural parking area nestled within the 80-hectare Chorleywood Common, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) ๐ฟ renowned for its rare grassland habitats and ancient woodlands. Managed by the Chorleywood Common Conservators, this informal parking zone offers 50+ informal spaces along Common Road, blending rustic charm with easy access to walking trails. Popular with dog walkers, hikers, and families, itโs a gateway to the Chess Valley Walk and the Chilterns AONB.
Historical gem: The Common was once part of a medieval hunting forest โ keep an eye out for century-old boundary markers and WWII pillboxes hidden in the undergrowth! ๐น
๐ Key Features
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Free Parking: No time limits (courtesy of local council funding).
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Nature Trails: Direct access to 10+ walking/running paths (map boards on-site).
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Dog-Friendly: Off-leash areas + dog waste bins (๐พ).
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Accessibility: Flat gravel bays near trailheads (โฟ limited mobility access).
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Sustainability: Conservation grazing by Hebridean sheep to maintain grasslands.
๐ Convenience & Accessibility
- Surface: Grass/gravel (โ ๏ธ can get muddy in winter โ 4×4 recommended after rain!).
- Walkability: 1-min walk to Chorleywood Commonโsย Picnic Meadow.
- Public Transport: 15-min walk to Chorleywood Station (Metropolitan line to London).
- Cycle Access: Chiltern Cycleway runs through the Common (๐ดโ๏ธ bike racks at trailheads).
๐ Nearby Attractions & Amenities (10 max, <15-min walk/drive):
- ๐ณ Chorleywood House Estateย โ 5-min walk (ruins of a 19th-century mansion + woodland trails).
- ๐ถโ๏ธ Chess Valley Walkย โ On-site (10-mile trail to Rickmansworth via riverside meadows).
- ๐ฆ Rickmansworth Aquadromeย โ 10-min drive (lakes, watersports, and cafรฉ).
- ๐ฐ Chenies Manor Houseย โ 8-min drive (Tudor gardens and historic tours).
- ๐บ The Black Horse Pubย โ 4-min drive (16th-century inn with log fires and craft ales).
- ๐ผ Chiltern Open Air Museumย โ 12-min drive (historic buildings + farm animals).
- ๐พ Chorleywood Memorial Groundย โ 7-min walk (tennis courts, playground, and cricket pitch).
- ๐ Chorleywood Villageย โ 5-min drive (boutiques, butchers, andย The Artichoke cafรฉ).
- ๐ฒ Sarratt Bottomย โ 10-min drive (picturesque hamlet with scenic walking loops).
- ๐๏ธโ๏ธ Moor Park Golf Clubย โ 6-min drive (18-hole course designed by Harry Colt).
๐ท Pricing
- Free: No charges or permits required.
- Donations: Support conservation viaย Chorleywood Common Conservatorsย (voluntary QR code donations).
โญ Reviews Sentiment
- 4.5/5ย ๐๐๐๐โจ
- Praise:ย โPeaceful and wild โ perfect for escaping the city!โย |ย โOur dogโs favourite spot!โ
- Criticism:ย โSpaces fill up by 10am on sunny weekends.โย |ย โNo toilets nearby.โ
๐ Pro Tips for Visitors
- ๐ย Early Bird Rule: Arrive before 9am for prime parking on weekends.
- ๐ง๏ธย Weather Prep: Pack wellies โ trails get muddy after rain!
- ๐งบย Picnic Perfect: Grab supplies fromย Chorleywood Village Bakeryย (award-winning sausage rolls!).
- ๐ฆย Wildlife Spotting: Dawn/dusk visits offer chances to seeย muntjac deerย orย green woodpeckers.
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