Ashtead Park & The Warren, Ashtead
Favoured estates adjacent to City of London Freemen’s School, just off Ashtead high street.
The Manor of Ashtead, including the historic Ashtead Park, has deep roots in English history, with records tracing back to 1563 when Queen Elizabeth I granted the manor to Henry Fitzalan, the 12th Earl of Arundel. Together, the two estates span approximately 60 acres of picturesque Surrey countryside, offering a unique blend of heritage, nature, and refined residential character.
Ashtead Park, the southern portion of the estate, was acquired in 1924 by the City of London Corporation and subsequently became the site of the City of London Freemen’s School, a highly regarded independent school. The area is also close to other sought-after educational institutions, including Downsend School and Epsom College, making it especially attractive to families.
The northern portion of the estate features a variety of compelling natural and historical elements. Among these are four ponds or small lakes, remnants of Roman buildings, and formal gardens that rise gradually towards Epsom Downs. The landscape includes stable blocks, kitchen gardens, lodges, sunken gardens, and several listed buildings, all contributing to the estate’s distinctive charm. Ecologically, the area supports a diverse mix of woodland and pond habitats, featuring veteran oaks and several rare or exotic tree species, such as Yellow Buckeye and Caucasian Elm.
The Warren, a prestigious residential enclave within the estate, is designated as an Area of Special Character. Homes here are primarily substantial detached properties, built from the 1920s and 1930s onwards, often set within large, mature gardens. The streets are leafy, quiet, and spacious, with a strong sense of privacy. According to the Ashtead Character Appraisal (2010), The Warren is noted for its discreet building forms, mature landscaping, and low traffic levels, creating an environment where the natural setting dominates and architecture blends sensitively into the landscape.
Ashtead Park lies just on the edge of Ashtead village, which offers a wide range of local amenities including independent shops such as bakers, butchers, and fishmongers as well as cafes and restaurants. Ashtead station, offering a direct service into London Waterloo in around 40 minutes, is approximately a 20-minute walk away. The area also benefits from proximity to beautiful green spaces like Epsom Downs and Ashtead Common, with their duck ponds and walking trails, adding further to the lifestyle appeal of this distinguished Surrey location.
Prices start at £1.5m and it is close to the prestigious RAC club.
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