Common Land Replacement Works

WEYSIDE URBAN VILLAGE

Enhancing Guildford's Community

Introduction

As application under Section 16 of the Commons Act 2006 to deregister and exchange areas of common land was approved by the Secretary of State.

Key details:

• Release Land: 1,691 m² of common land at the Woking Road and Moorfield Road junction, located west of Slyfield Industrial Estate.
• Replacement Land: 1,998 m² of land located at Burpham Court Farm, Jacobs Well Road, Guildford.

The land swap will:

• Allow for new infrastructure improvements
• Provide enhanced green space for the community.

Work programme update

• Work has started to create a new area of common land. New hedgerows and plants have been planted to support local wildlife and improve biodiversity.
• A new gate will soon be installed to enhance access and security.
• A new public footpath will be constructed, connecting Jacobs Well Road to the replacement land.
• Clearing of vegetation at the junction of Woking Road and Moorfield Road is almost complete, preparing the site for further development.