Green Lane Meadows, Badshot Lea

Green Lane Meadows, Badshot Lea

Introduction

On this page you can find information on:

  • Your Local Area (inc. Map)
  • Local Pedestrian Network
  • Local Cycle Network
  • Travel by Bus – routes and service information
  • Travel by Rail – station facilities, ticket and service information
  • Car Travel Options
  • Travel Vouchers

This information is correct as of September 2024.

Your Local Area

Your new home is well located within Badshot Lea, approximately 800m away from the Village Centre which is host to an array of facilities. Aldershot Town Centre is located around 2.4km and also offers a wide range of services and shops. 

Accessibility Map

This map shows you how close you are to a number of local facilities which includes bus stops, schools, and supermarkets etc. Why not explore your local area by walking or cycling to these amenities?

Local Pedestrian Network

There are a number of walking/running routes near to Badshot Lea. Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust have created a number of varying length circular routes for you to walk or run around the local area including Farnham and Aldershot. Both of these routes are around 6-7 miles in length and take up to 3.5 hours to complete. Being circular routes they allow you to join at any point making accessing the route easy.

Local Walking Groups

Come and be part of Britain’s biggest walking charity. The Farnham group of the Ramblers Association is one of 16 groups in Surrey. This group organise weekly walks with at least one walk every day of the week. The walks take place in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere and vary in length and location. Visit https://www.farnhamramblers.org.uk/ for information on when the next walks are.

Benefits of Walking

  • Saves money
  • Increases cardiovascular fitness
  • Reduces anxiety and stress
  • Boosts energy and improves mood
  • Strengthens bones, improving balance and boosting muscle power

Local Cycle Network

National Cycle Network routes 22 runs in the vicinity of your new home which connects Guildford and Farnham. Visit https://www.sustrans.org.uk/ to find out more.

Halfords, Farnham – your local bike shop! Based in Farnham and only a 10-minute cycle or 24-minute walk away. They have display bikes, clothing and accessories, and a free bike check to ensure your bike is safe. 

Benefits of Cycling

  • Saves money
  • An easy way to build physical activity into your daily routine
  • Improves mental health
  • Cycling plays a huge part in tackling air pollution
  • Fresh air, freedom and fun!

Travel by Bus

The nearest bus stops to Green Lane Meadows for services 17, 18, 19 and 418 are located on Weybourne Road, a 7-minute walk from your new home (as shown on the local area map).

The number 18 bus service operates 7 days a week providing a sustainable alternative to car use for accessing Bordon, Farnham and Aldershot. Stagecoach routes 17 and 18 also offer frequent routes to Guildford, Haslemere, Farnham and Aldershot.  In addition, there are also 2 school bus services (402 and 418) operating solely on school days.

Why take the bus?

  • Incorporate some physical activity into your daily routine
  • Relax and read a book whilst you travel to your destination
  • Season tickets offer unlimited travel on services and can prove cheaper than running a car

Travel by Rail

Aldershot Train Station is located approximately 2.4km north of your new home at Green Lane Meadows; accessible within a 30-minute walk or a 7-minute cycle.

Aldershot train station facilities include cycle storage spaces, toilets, post box, waiting room, telephone and refreshment facilities.

From Aldershot Train Station, railways services run on a frequent basis to key destinations such as London Waterloo, Guildford, Alton and Ascot.

An Aldershot PlusBus ticket gives you unlimited bus travel on participating operators’ services, around the urban area of Aldershot Town Centre (also including bus travel to/from Farnborough), for ticket prices and a map of participating operators visit https://www.plusbus.info/aldershot

Purchasing a Network Railcard will give you up to a 1/3 off rail fares across the southeast (inc. London). Visit www.network-railcard.co.uk

Why take the train?

  • You can work on the go or relax, without the stress of driving and parking
  • It’s good for the planet; trainline will show you how much C02 you saved based on your journeys!
  • Can be faster than travelling by road

Car Travel Options

Car Sharing

Save money by sharing costs with other people – a commuter can typically save around £1,000 a year by car-sharing. Reduce stress and cut your carbon footprint at the same time. 

Electric Vehicles

Considering the national move towards hybrid and electric vehicles in the coming years, now is the time to make the switch and go electric!

Electric and hybrid vehicles are more affordable than you think and can offer remarkable benefits such as:

  • Lower / no fuel costs
  • Lower / no emissions tax
  • Lower maintenance costs
  • Eco-friendly with no emissions

Zapmap provides useful information on public charging points. To see the closest to you home visit Zapmap.com. 

Fuel Saving Driving Tips

Still need to drive your own car? There are many ways to help your fuel efficiency, which in turn saves you money on your fuel bill. Why not try some of the following techniques:

  • Remove unnecessary weight from your car such as roof racks or boxes
  • Avoid breaking and accelerating hard by driving smoothly
  • Limit the use of your air conditioning
  • Check your tyres are fully inflated
  • Stick to the speed limit – speeding often leads to higher fuel consumption

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Travel Vouchers

A travel voucher, up to the value of £200 is available once for each address*.

For full terms and conditions visit: Terms and Conditions