BOXHILL VIA MICKLEHAM (CIRCULAR WALK). Good for dogs. Otherwise will try to catch up. 1 mile of North Downs Way from Stepping Stones to South Scarp; 1 mile of Thames Down link footpath at Mickleham Downs; 1 mile from Dorking station ( mile from Boxhill train station). It is a positive Eiger. On the other side of the bridge, Keep ahead along the right-hand field edge, in 400m coming to a footbridge and railway bridge across the. Thanks. Happy new year. The path meanders through trees and soon you will reach a few steps down to reach a crossroads with a tree lined gulley. I had a slightly different experience of Box Hill and Mickleham and stopped for lunch at the slightly less expensive italian restaurant at the base of George !V pub. 80, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad-500033 router bridge mode explained + 91 40 2363 6000 how to change kindle book cover info@vspl.in Either way it was a great walk through mainly forest but some countryside and road too. Nice and dry underfoot. A very enjoyable day. Continue straight up. Continue to the road. Head north-east along The Gallops. You'll emerge onto a cross roads, continue straight on, heading downhill. Hints: Use 'Print Preview'. Follow the track with the wooden fence on your left. Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Turn left at the T-junction, continue along this track. saturdaywalkers@walyada yada yadakingclub.org.uk. But a youth from the village took our order with reasonable dispatch and the food was not ridiculously slow in coming. Two peeled off on different routes before lunch. A circular and fairly strenuous walk from Box Hill in the Mole Valley district of Surrey. At the top go through a gate into woodland. Just off the main route, the Running Horses (01372-372279) in Mickleham village is a good alternative. The most convenient place near Box Hill station is the Stepping Stones (01306-889932) pub on Westhumble Street, which is usually open all day. 20 on this walk in lovely warm sunshine . At the five-way cross roads, take the second exit on your right. Turn left onto the tarmac path behind the viewpoint, which curves round to the right and goes alongside Zig Zag Road to reach a large picnic area in front of a couple of buildings. Follow this path as it climbs a little and then swings right to run close to Zig Zag Road on the left. This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Turn right onto the clifftop path above The Whites and continue down the Burford Spur, at some point veering left to come out onto Old London Road. Great walk, two horrific but achievable steep hills, great views. Buy a day return via all routes to Box Hill and Westhumble. Ignore the path up to the left and continue on the main track, along Juniper Bottom. All other train travellers found themselves on the 16.14. After some distance on the left you'll pass the headstone of an eccentric local resident who is buried vertically here. Continue through the woods along this track. Some steep hills but not that hard. Approximate time 2 to 2.5 hours. Keep straight ahead after the view point and a few paces later fork left onto the path marked as the North Downs Way. 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Shri here - lovely to meet you all (Margaret, Robin, Francis and others) on my first outing with the group. (0) VIEW ROUTE MAP . I should be at Westhumble a few minutes before you, but if not I'll try and catch up. banner, swcwalk64, swcwalks 5446672349364852482 P, swcwalk64, swcwalks, walkicon 5446672798182600210 P, swcwalk64, swcwalks, walkicon 5446672706572174338 P, swcwalk64, swcwalks, walkicon 5812217101616093266 P, 31-Oct-15 Mickleham, VIC land for sale in beveridge by nomination ,inverness estate, good location 316sq- 12.5front and 26dept titling in sep2023 contract price is $249000 5 posit paid Date Listed: 01/03/2023 Last Edited: 01/03/2023 For Sale By: Owner Available: 01/03/2023 Similar Ads Wanted: Land will title in July 2023 Owner At the top fork left off the NDW onto a track gradually descending along the side of the downs, with fine views to the south. This walk's tags are: National Rail: 03457 48 49 50 Try press and hold Power then Volume -, or try press and hold Power. Box Hill Circular My Favourites North Downs Surrey Top 10 walks in South East England Tough History This is a list of previous times this walk has been done by the club (since Jan 2010). The path goes up another short slope and comes to a T-junction. A bit muddy and steep in parts, but in a good way - we felt we earned our fish and chips! At the bottom a path merges in from the right, keep straight ahead and you will reach a stile at the end of the path. Beautiful views with nice sections of quiet woodland. There are superb views throughout (so it's worth choosing a clear day) and plenty of opportunity to enjoy the local wildlife. (landscape) or In the afternoon Headley Heath looked especially beautiful - I have never seen it looking so nice. Cross over and turn left to follow the pavement alongside Old London Road. Bonus! who is the best political interviewer. Nice and dry underfoot. Faced with 50 minutes to the next train (Southern and Southeastern seemed to have waited until passenger numbers returned and then cut the service frequency) some of us did an extra loop via Burford Meadow and the North Downs Way. A great circular economy outcome by just questioning construction practices and doing the research and calls to make sure it works. Continue along a woodland track heading south to Flint Hill, then turn left onto a bridleway and follow this out to Zig Zag Road. They also mention several short cuts which cut out some of the climbs, as well as detours to points of interest. At the start it was misty, and a fog also descended on our direction finding. Turn left here and go uphill for just a few paces to reach the Smith and Western grill and diner. For a less precipitous descent you could carry straight on and then double back to meet the road a little further along. You may want to take a few pauses on the way up to turn round and enjoy the views across the Surrey Hills. This walk traverses a series of hills in a clockwise loop north and east of Box Hill & Westhumble station: Norbury Park, Mickleham Downs, Headley Heath and finally Box Hill itself. (The cafe in the bike shop had unfortunately shut for the day at 14.00 hours.). At the top of the steps take the left fork. Some steep climbs but a pleasant route. Caut aici Continue on the path which now becomes a raised walkway high above the road to the left. Over to the right you'll be able to see Denbies Vineyard with its characteristic geometric layout of vines. Great trail. The onward route continues from the other side of the footbridge but the suggested route is to. Check out this 11.6-km loop trail near Dorking, Surrey. Bonus! In 40m, where the drive swings round to the left at Old House Cottage, keep ahead along a path. Hope to see you guys and others another day, another time. Join the wide grass slope climbing steadily back up to the top of Box Hill. Box Hill station platform at 10.51 when the Waterloo train arrives. Turn left here and go uphill for just a few paces to reach the Smith and Western grill and diner. The trail starts from the National Trust car park at the top of Zig Zag Road on Box Hill. After some distance on the left you'll pass the headstone of an eccentric local resident who is buried vertically here. At a T-junction turn left to come to the NDW at the top of the steps. In around 200m it goes through a gate in the tree boundary ahead, merges with the NDW from the right and comes to the famous viewpoint at the. Plotted with the plotaroute.com route planner. Continue straight ahead passing the bench to left, on the narrowing path into woodland signed for the Box Hill Hike. 7 in bright sunshine with a cooling breeze , perfect for the steep ascents on this walk. We got to lunch slightly before midday but that meant empty pubs and quick service. Enjoyable trip. About .5 miles. Click on any section heading to switch between detailed directions and an outline, or the heading above to switch all sections. The last bit has steep stairs. Good food and efficient service in pub, especially given we were beaten to the bar by an all-male group of ramblers. A stunning walk if you're up for a bit of a challenge! You'll see an old wall to your right. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. So mist clearing to sun . Lovely hike- some steep sections with stairs to be aware of, but overall an excellent trail! Continue on a broad grassy path up an open spur, with increasingly fine views of the heath and back across the valley to White Hill. For sale 75 The Old Stock Run, Sunbury, VIC, 3429 $1,050,000 - $1,150,000 Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App. Luckily I wore my hiking boots that helped negotiate the varying terrain and conditions Soon you will reach a bench on the left with a small clearing on the right. After passing over the brow of the wide grass slope keep ahead on the chalk path as it heads between trees. Nothing dangerous but gonna get heart bumped. That took away from the experience for me. Great route! There are many extremely steep and uneven pathways. I just missed the train and the next one is in an hour. First we went a different way to evade an epic-sized meet-up group, and then we missed our way and ended up on a path I have never discovered in twenty years of exploring this area. Great amenities nearby. Easily-accessible paths. Box Hill Circular My Favourites North Downs Surrey Top 10 walks in South East England Tough. From the main path along the woodland edge take a narrow path slanting uphill via Druids Grove and then a short zig-zag path up steps to a viewpoint over the Mole Valley. You can also upload photos to the Turn right onto the NDW to come to the top of a long flight of steps. Follow it uphill to return to the shepherd's hut and Box Hill caf. The, Length: 16.1 km (10.0 mi) [for shorter versions, omitting Headley Heath: see pdf], Ascent/Descent: 548m; Net Walking Time: 4 hours. We forgot the clocks had gone back, so did the last half in the dark (and rain). FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Toilets and a cafe is available at the start and the view is incredible. If anyone else is interested then I can call in at Tadworth or Tattenham Corner station, 4 seats available. This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. A nice hike with a bit of everything mixed in. Explore more of Mole Valley: Browse the best Hikes in other regions. In the top right-hand corner go through a wooden side gate next to a fieldgate onto a track. This short but strenuous walk climbs up a series of hills in a clockwise loop north and east of Box Hill & Westhumble station: Norbury Park, Mickleham Downs, Headley Heath and finally Box Hill itself. This time of year very muddy and busy around box hill but otherwise a great walk. Find out more about the National Trusts ongoing partnership with Cotswold Outdoor as our exclusive walking partner. King William was excellent. Weve partnered with Cotswold Outdoor to help everyone make the most of their time outdoors in the places we care for. Plenty of woody shade, however. Hiking Walking Running Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife Cross the stile into Dukes Meadow and follow the track (known as Brodies Drive) along the bottom of the meadow. The area is deservedly popular and the famous sites are likely to be crowded on fine weekends, but there are quieter places in between. In 300m keep ahead at a path crossing. Approximate time 2 to 2.5 hours. Top 20 best walks and hikes around Mickleham Map data OpenStreetMap contributors 1 Box Hill's Natural Play Trail - Box Hill Loop from Westhumble Intermediate 03:52 13.0 km 3.4 km/h 360 m 360 m Intermediate Hiking Tour. Travelline (bus times): 0871 200 22 33 (12p/min) Looking forward to doing the walk tomorrow. The quartet stopped again at the National Trust tearoom and enjoyed some fine cake. Explore Box Hill and Happy Valley, discover Broadwood's Tower, and take in views of the Surrey countryside from Salomons memorial viewpoint on this circular walk. Turn left onto a permissive path along the riverbank, into a wood and up steps (or take a more direct route along a field edge). Follow the path as it swings 90 degrees left and a few paces later, where the path curves right, keep straight ahead under an arch of trees and then bear left again marked with a red arrow for the Box Hill Hike. Box Hill is well known for its box trees, its plethora of butterflies and also as the central feature of the cycling road races for the 2012 Olympics. Please take care with your footing and wear suitable footwear for the conditions. While we ate the sun snuck out. The suggested place is the King William (01372-372590, hidden away on a path leading up to Mickleham Downs; it serves local beers and good home-cooked food and has an attractive terraced garden, but limited space inside. Inside the Country Park go along Juniper Bottom for 250m and then turn right onto a path climbing steeply up the wooded hillside to Broadwood's Tower. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 18 min to complete. Part of the circular road was right along a road but then you get back to the park. Two of them! I actually did a modified version of this trail following the National Trust Box Hill Hike. Nice woodland. Lunch at King William IV was up to the usual high standard. Turn right up the set of steps with a hand rail. Explore some of the nations finest landscapes on remote paths, gentle tracks and accessible trails. We did it clockwise but many people did it counter clockwise which may have been more manageable. A little further along you will come to a junction of several paths; take the right-hand of the middle two paths, the one heading fairly steeply downhill. It is allowed in OS. Intermediate route, with steep inclines. Go straight across the cross roads and continue steeply uphill. The next section becomes very steep so take particular care not to slip. Hi I am on my way for the box hill walk but will miss the 10:02 from Waterloo. Box Hill & Westhumble is served by Southern trains from Victoria and South Western trains from Waterloo, both taking around 50-55minutes. Saw the nice viewpoint at the top at the start. By using our website, you agree to our legal policy, including: no warranty, use at your own risk. Intermediate route, with steep inclines. It does not take more than 2hrs. From the shepherd's hut at the top of Box Hill, walk straight across the car park. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 18 min to complete. You may come across areas grazed by sheep and cattle in Norbury Park, Headley Heath or Box Hill. At the fork, take the left and go through the gate. Go around the side of the Servery and cut through a small car park to the old, Follow the chalky path along the top of the steeply wooded hillside of, After going through a wooden fieldgate the downland opens up and the descent becomes steeper. Box Hill Circular via Mickleham walk A fairly strenuous walk in a beautiful part of the North Downs. Please don't start this walk without suitable footwear, clothing or provisions. After this small variation the route now follows the waymarked Box Hill Hike all the way to Box Hill. Venture out to the peaceful Headley Heath and explore some beautiful landscapes along the way. Mickleham walks Box Hill & Westhumble Station to East Clandon ( Download : PDF ) Walker 10.4mi +702ft -541ft 5h25 Moderate Starting point in Surrey From the start, we climb thru' the village of Westhumble and up onto the Downs behind Denbies Vineyard. The suggested lunch place comes quite early in the walk, but you might still like to break for mid-morning refreshments at Wild!About Coffee (07815-121471; usually open ThuSun), a pop-up caf next to Norbury Park Sawmill. crosses an inlet of the river which might be flooded, so in winter or after heavy rain it is advisable to take the direct route in [?]. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and mountain biking. The path forks, take the left and follow the track to the gate. Box Hill, Lodge Hill and Juniper Hill Circular, Stepping Stones, and Headley Heath Circular, Denbies Vineyard and Ashcombe Wood Circular, Pixham, Friday Street, Leith Hill, Broadmoor and Dorking Circular, Box Hill, Juniper Hill and Ashcombe Wood Circular, Dorking, Peaslake and Coldharbour Circular, Stepping Stones, Brockham and Betchworth Circular. Many rights of way lead to Box Hill summit, 1 mile north of Dorking, 2 miles south of Leatherhead on A24. At the T-junction (with the white wall in front of you) turn right, heading uphill. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. A flaw in the original walk was that the lunch stop came too soon, so in 2019 the morning section in Norbury Park was extended with a 1km loop around Updown Wood on Fetcham Downs. Cross over and turn left to follow the pavement alongside Old London Road. You could simply follow this track for 1km all the way to the sawmill (and resume the directions at, For the main route, follow the narrow and potentially slippery path for a further 650m as it contours along the wooded hillside. Follow the pavement and as the tall wall ends, ignore the path off to the right. The tracks were quite flooded. Juniper trees produce juniper berries which are used as a spice in a wide variety of dishes and are most well-known for providing the primary flavouring to gin. Take the train nearest to 10:15 from Waterloo or Victoria to Box Hill & Westhumble. The track forks at the big trees, take the left fork and continue along the wide track. Box Hill itself is a Special Area of Conservation and a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. mickleham circular walk. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 24 min to complete. Points of interest along the way: Broadwood's Folly, Mickleham Down, Mickleham Church and Village, Mickleham Gallops, The old Roman road of Stane Street, King William IV (Gardens & Pub), Box Hill Cafe Great route! OSI, OSNI. Suitability: No car needed (IL) Inner London Group Welcome to the Inner London Area Ramblers. This part of the, Ascent/Descent: approx. It is a challenging walk with some beautiful views along the way but a lot of woodland, which looks the same. This route has an elevation gain of about 380.5 ft and is rated as medium. Box Hill & Westhumble station is in Surrey, 2km N of Dorking. At the T-junction, turn left and continue downhill. Not much deep mud on this route but plenty thin slithery layers on steep chalky ground, making for careful traipsing down the hills (I'm not aware of any falls). What time is the meet up and where ? Continue straight ahead passing the bench to left, on the narrowing path into woodland signed for the Box Hill Hike. Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Mickleham, Box Hill and Headley Heath Circular. Turn right briefly onto another broad path, then in 60m. Bills included. Juniper trees produce juniper berries which are used as a spice in a wide variety of dishes and are most well-known for providing the primary flavouring to gin. In 300m (with more views to the left, and a post marked 15Z) follow the main track round to the right to head, Follow the bridleway up a slope, alongside the security fence of Norbury Park House again. Immediately after the pub, climb up the steps. Some lovely views and can start and finish by a pub in Mickleham. Would say this is a hard route if you are walking from the train station, add on an extra hour. Enter Headley Heath through gate 26 and follow the track. Add your photos to the SWC Group on Flickr, and tag them: I will try and catch up with you all. Note, there are no trains from Victoria as suggested in the directions. If you want to finish the walk after lunch, London bus465 runs half-hourly through Mickleham on its route between Dorking and Kingston.