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Leith Hill Rhododendron Wood Hiking Adventure - Saturday 25 Nov 2023

Leith Hill Rhododendron Wood Hiking Adventure - Saturday 25 Nov 2023

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Leith Hill Rhododendron Wood Hiking Adventure - Saturday 25 Nov 2023

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Join us on our new, exciting hike across Surrey's magnificent upland landscapes - designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dogs can use this trail as well, but must be on a leash.

Distance: 16.7 km (10.4 miles)
Grading: Intermediate
Rating: 6 out of 10
Ascents: 650 m
hiking time: About 5.5 to 6.5 hours of actual hiking

Transport & Meeting Point

We'll meet at Victoria station from 9:00am and leave the meeting point at 9:10am

We'll meet close to Boots (no 27) Check on the map here of our meeting point

planned arrival time back into London of 6:30pm (we have a group train ticket, and you are committed for the day until then).

This walk is covered by our Club's insurance. Our Club is registered on The British Mountaineering Council (BMC)

Description

Details

Our Surrey Hills exploration will take us through picturesque woodland, heathland, and farmland. We will hike to Leith Hill - the second-highest peak in South-East England. Standing at Leith Hill is a majestic tower built in the 18th century, which is the highest point in South-East England.

The trails we've chosen will prove the significant landscape value of Surrey, which national importance has been officially recognised since 1958.

How to find us

Maria will be at the meeting point detailed in the section "Transport and Meeting Point" below. In case of difficulties locating her, you can call her on 07535295739 (texts cannot be replied to).

Trip Highlights:

Discover Surrey's Hills - Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Conquer Leith Hill - the highest peak of the area and second-highest in South-East England.
See Leith Hill tower - an 18th century masterpiece and the highest point in South-East England
Hike to Tilling Springs - where River Tillingbourne begins
Discover the North Downs way and its stunning views towards Dorking
Hike through England's largest vineyard - Denbies Wine Estate.

Photos - All photos were taken by the hike leader on previous trips, so are the actual views that you will see from the route that you'll be hiking.

Hike Description

We start off in Holmwood from where we head for Leith Hill and its famous gothic tower which stands at 329 meters. Our hike will take us across fields and woodlands before a strenuous ascent to Leith Hill. The summit is the highest of the Greensand Ridge and its tower is the highest point in south-east England.

Leith Hill will accommodate us for our lunch, as it's been a renowned spot for picnic since the 19th century. Afterwards, if we're feeling energetic, we will climb the 74 spiral steps of the 18th century tower of Leith Hill to its top, where through the telescope you can see the English Channel on a clear day. Many of London's landmarks could be seen with the naked eye, too.

Notice: Photos and videos taken during our events are for personal use only. Commercial use is strictly prohibited without prior consent. Please respect the privacy and rights of all participants. For more details, visit our Photo and Video Usage Policy.

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Leith Hill Rhododendron Wood Hiking Adventure - Saturday 25 Nov 2023