Shorne Common Rough is land affiliated with the NKWD, once a sand and gravel quarry. During World War II, the site served as an assault course for the army. It was later vested in a trust company by the Earl of Darnley and the Cobham Hall Estate Company before being sold to Shorne Parish Council in 1983. Today, the area is largely left in its natural state, with preserved woodland and a unique history. A small grassed picnic area offers a peaceful spot for visitors, and the old quarry, now popular with off-road cyclists, is a key feature of the site.
Key Features:
- Former sand and gravel quarry site.
- Used by the army as an assault course during World War II.
- A mix of woodland and natural landscapes, largely preserved in its original state.
- A popular spot for off-road cyclists to explore the old quarry.
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Key Features:
- Former sand and gravel quarry site.
- Used by the army as an assault course during World War II.
- A mix of woodland and natural landscapes, largely preserved in its original state.
- A popular spot for off-road cyclists to explore the old quarry.
