Horsell Common facts for kids
| Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
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| Area of Search | Surrey |
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| Interest | Biological |
| Area | 152.0 hectares (376 acres) |
| Notification | 1986 |
| Location map | Magic Map |
Horsell Common is a large open space in Horsell, a village near Woking in Surrey, England. It covers about 355 hectares (which is about 877 acres). This special area is looked after by the Horsell Common Preservation Society.
A big part of the common, about 152 hectares (376 acres), is a protected area. It is known as a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It is also part of the Thames Basin Heaths Special Protection Area, which helps protect important wildlife.
Discovering Horsell Common
Horsell Common is a place with lots to explore. In one corner, you can find the former Muslim Burial Ground. This peaceful spot is now an Islamic Peace Garden. It's a quiet place for reflection.
The common also has very old history. You can see Bronze Age barrows, which are ancient burial mounds. These show that people lived here thousands of years ago.
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Nature and Wildlife
Horsell Common is home to many different plants and animals. It has protected heathland, which is a special type of open land with small shrubs. There are also thousands of trees across the common.
Even though roads cut through it, parts of the common are spread out all over Horsell. This means wildlife can be found in many different spots. Keep an eye out for birds, insects, and other creatures when you visit!
The Sandpit and a Famous Story
One of the most famous parts of Horsell Common is an area called The Sandpit. This spot is well-known because of a classic science fiction book.
In H.G. Wells' famous book, The War of the Worlds, the Sandpit is where the first Martian spaceship landed. This exciting story was written in 1897. It describes aliens invading Earth, starting right here in Horsell Common!
