Welcome to Abinger Common

Abinger Common is a picturesque village located in the heart of Surrey, England. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in Abinger Common is the St. James Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, and is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Abinger Common is also home to a number of charming shops and restaurants. The village has a thriving local economy, with many small businesses and independent shops catering to the needs of the local community. Visitors to Abinger Common can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the village, stopping at one of the many cafes or restaurants for a bite to eat or a cup of coffee.

Abinger Common is also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with a number of walking and cycling trails located in the surrounding countryside. The village is situated on the edge of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is surrounded by rolling hills, lush forests, and sparkling streams. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an active adventure, Abinger Common has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Belmont School Other Independent School Ages:2-16 Head Teacher Mrs H Skrine	Feldemore Holmbury St Mary Dorking Surrey RH5 6LQ 1306730852 School Website
Hurtwood House School Other Independent School Ages:15-19 Head Teacher Mr K R B Jackson	Holmbury St Mary Dorking Surrey RH5 6NU 1483279000 School Website
Peaslake School Free Schools Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Sara Dangerfield	Colmans Hill Peaslake Guildford Surrey GU5 9ST 01306730411 School Website
Surrey Hills All Saints Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Coles	School Lane Westcott Dorking RH4 3QF 1306881136 School Website
Duke Of Kent School Other Independent School Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mrs Susan Knox	Peaslake Road Ewhurst Cranleigh Surrey GU6 7NS 1483277313 School Website
Powell Corderoy Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Richard Darke	Longfield Road Dorking Surrey RH4 3DF 01306883373 School Website
The Priory C Of E Voluntary Aided School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Jo Trimnell	West Bank Dorking Surrey RH4 3DG 01306887337 School Website
St Johns Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Jacky Fyson	Goodwyns Road Dorking Surrey RH4 2LR 01306884506 School Website
The Weald C Of E Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Baguley	Newdigate Road Beare Green Dorking Surrey RH5 4QW 01306711719 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Carolyn Scrutton	Norfolk Road Dorking Surrey RH4 3JA 01306883934 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Holmwood Horsham Road, Holmwood, Surrey, RH5 4RB 2.94 Miles

Gomshall Station Approach, Gomshall, Surrey, GU5 9NX 3.05 Miles

Ockley Station Approach, Off Coles Lane, Capel, Surrey, RH5 5HT 3.59 Miles

Dorking Station Approach, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1TF 4.32 Miles

Box Hill & Westhumble Westhumble Street, Westhumble, Surrey, RH5 6BT 4.98 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Westcott Cars Limited 01306 876968 The Workshop, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3NG 2.44 Miles
Dorking Town Taxis 01306 887474 Masters Court/Guildford Rd, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3NG 2.44 Miles
R E P Taxis 07831 850276 33 Warwick Cl, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4NL 2.56 Miles
Gem Cars 07774 969233 3 Oak Ridge, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 2NL 3.04 Miles
Advance Taxi Service 07834 371946 Upper Path/Stubs Hill, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 2PT 3.25 Miles
1-4U Dorking Taxis 07710 647453 Valencia House, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3HF 3.27 Miles
Diorking 1.4U Taxis 07710 647453 Vincent Lane, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3HF 3.27 Miles
Surrey Minibus 07950 608769 Holmbury Villa, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3HZ 3.32 Miles
Abacab Dorking Taxis 01306 881008 47 Dukes Ride, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4TY 3.35 Miles
Dorking Taxis Ltd 01306 885533 3 Dukes Ride, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4TY 3.35 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Abinger Bottom Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leylands Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Friday Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broadmore Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Abinger Common Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Abinger Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Abinger Hatch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Holmbury St Mary P O Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Felday House Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Glade St Mary Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leith Hill Place Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Coldharbour P O Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
The Plough Coldharbour Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodhouse Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sutton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Riverbank Surgery	Westcott Street Westcott Dorking Surrey RH4 3PA
Northbrook Surgery 01306 889242	Northbrook House Warwick Road South Holmwood Dorking Surrey RH5 4NP
North Holmwood Surgery	1 Bentsbrook Close North Holmwood Dorking Surrey RH5 4HY
Dorking Community Health & Care Team 01306 646265	Dorking Hospital St Pauls Road West Dorking Surrey RH4 2AA
Dorking Healthcare - Extended Access 01306 735459	Dorking Hospital St Pauls Road West Dorking Surrey RH4 2AA

Local Stores

Shere
Middle Street
Shere
Guildford
Surrey
GU5 9HF
01483 202907
Store Website
3.87 miles

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SPAR - Brockham Green
Middle STreet
Brockham
Betchworth
RH3 7JJ
01737 842550
Store Website
5.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Surrey Hills Equine Practice Ltd
Hedges Crest Hill Peaselake Guildford Surrey GU5 9PE info@surreyhillsequine.com Website 2.40 miles

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Brelades Veterinary Surgeons
20 Knoll Road Dorking Surrey RH4 3EP 01306 883086 Website 3.09 miles
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Ash Barn Veterinary Surgery
Unit 5, Ockley Court Farm Coles Lane Ockley Dorking Surrey RH5 5LS 01306 713177 vets@arthurlodge.co.uk 3.19 miles

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Medivet Dorking
Westcott Road Dorking Surrey RH4 3DP 01306 882996 dorking@medivet.co.uk Website 3.45 miles

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Hunters Lodge Veterinary Practice
Hunters Lodge 1 Mapledrakes Road Ewhurst Cranleigh Surrey GU6 7RG 01483 276464 enquiries@hunterslodgevets.co.uk Website 3.62 miles
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Newdigate House Vets
George Horley Place Church Road Newdigate Dorking Surrey RH5 5DW 01306 773300 info@thehousevet.net Website 4.79 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Leith Hill
A Circular Walk Across Leith Hill. Leith Hill Is The Highest Point In South East England, Meaning You Will Get A Great View. It Is A Wooded Hill And On Reaching The Summit, You Will Find An 18Th-Century Gothic Tower. RH5 6LX 1.38 miles Leith Hill Is Signposted From The A25 At Wotton And From The A29 At Ockley.

Pitch Hill
Views, Woods, Paths. Plenty Of 4G To Avoid Getting Lost. I Park In Car Park 3 But There Are Car Parks All Around The Surrey Hills Pitch Hill Cranleigh Lancashire GU6 7NW 3.32 miles Just Park And Walk. There Are Markers. I Prefer To Freewalk And Look At The Clock

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Box Hill
Enjoy The Views Of The Surrey Hills, Pass By One Of Box Hill’S Oldest Buildings, The Fort, And Take In One Of Surrey’S Iconic Landmarks, The Stepping Stones. KT20 7LF 5.40 miles 1 Mile North Of Dorking, 2.5 Miles South Of Leatherhead On The A24.

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Norbury Park Leatherhead
Starting Off From The Young Street Car Park There Are A Variety Of Walks From This Point Following The River Mole Towards West Humble. There Are Farm Animals On Route But Also Lots Of Opportunities For Off The Lead Walks. The Walks Can Be As Short As Half A Hour Or As Long As Three/Four Hours With A Variety Of Options Of Heading Towards Dorking Or Ranmore Common And Polesden Lacey. If You Want To Explore A Os Map Is Helpful. Unnamed Road Fetcham Leatherhead Lancashire KT22 9BP 5.56 miles Young Street Park (Start Point)

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Blackheath Common
Large Heathland With Many Different Paths And Routes Blackheath Dog Walk Sampleoak Ln Chilworth Guildford GU4 8RB 5.74 miles

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Newlands Corner
Drove Rd Albury Guildford GU4 8SE 5.94 miles Newlands Corner Car Park Off A25

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