Merstham AAOR
Date: April 2021
Location: Surrey
Public or Abandoned: abandoned
Demolished: awaiting
I first attempted to explore Merstham AAOR back in 2018 but was unable to gain access. After seeing recent reports and posts on Facebook and other social media indicating that the site was open again, I wasted no time in planning a visit. I asked my dad if he could look after my little one for a few hours while my partner and I went to Merstham. Fortunately, the drive was only 40 minutes. Once we arrived, we parked in the same spot as before and walked down the public footpath that runs alongside the site. As we stepped onto the AAOR grounds, we were surprised to find the area empty this time, with no scrap cars or other debris—just lots of empty skips that appeared to have been there for some time. Getting inside the AAOR was quite easy. As we explored the upper levels, we were careful to avoid touching any of the wooden structures, as they were rotting away. Overall, the exploration experience was enjoyable, and I was glad to finally tick this site off my list. It is said that the AAOR post was constructed in 1951 but was abandoned shortly thereafter in 1960. The site was also part of an army camp that was dismantled to make way for the M23 motorway nearby. As of December 2021, they are still waiting for permission to demolish the old AAOR bunker.
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