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Cobham,
20 miles to the south-west of London, lies on the River Mole
, a tributary of the River Thames.
An ancient
settlement, Cobham's history can be dated back through the
Romans to the Iron Age.
The town's
best known landmark is an early-19th century watermill, set
on the picturesque banks of the river. This charming red-brick
building, standing on the site of earlier medieval mills,
has been fully restored and is open to the public on certain
days of the month.
In 2005
Chelsea FC moved its training ground to Stoke D'Abernon on
the outskirts of the town and as a result house prices in
Cobham have risen dramatically.
The
main highlight of the area for viistors is Painshill
Park.
Near
Cobham are Oakham and Wisley Commons, designated as Sites
of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and part of a European
Special Protection Area.
Oakham
Common has rare heathland and in the summer is known for its
wonderful purple heather.
Wisley
Common is wetter and has many species of wetland plants and
birds. Both areas have a large population of damselflies
and dragonflies. Nearby
is RHS
Wisley
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