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The North Downs Circular (21 Km) Brisk - Fast Pace

Hosted by the Consul of the London Countryside Group
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Took place 1 month ago
Sat 10 Aug 11:10 - 17:10

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Headley Heath, White Hill & The North Downs Protected content / 13 miles)

Distance: 21 km

Pace: Brisk

Terrain: Several Ascents

This hike takes us over the picturesque Headley heath (Open Heathland, Woodland and Chalk Downland)

Across amazing Surrey countryside crossing forested hills, lush green meadows and to the top of Whitehill & Boxhill

Highlights

We traverse the picturesque Headley Heath

Enjoy great views from Juniper top after a steep and picturesque White Hill ascent

Pass the Church of St Mary the Virgin, The grave of the Racehorse "Quick" and The Meer pond

Make our way through idyllic farmlands and forests

This is a very varied hike encompassing many scenic routes across the surrey countryside.

TIME

Time: Hike end time will depend on the speed of the group and lunch stop / other drinks stops along the way, but allow 6 hours in total

TERRAIN

Terrain: About Protected content of ascent. There are several ups and downs with several inclines, one of them being steep Protected content climb)

PACE

Pace: Brisk This will not be a march but you'll need to maintain a good pace (around 2.5 -3.0 mph) and the ability to walk 21 km

Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water (atleast 1 litre).

Hiking shoes and waterproofs

Lunch stop at the top of Boxhill where there will be toilets

TRAINS

Trains from London Victoria check using Protected content

PARKING

There is parking along Tadworth Street and in and around the station

Hike fee: £8

THERE IS NO TOILET AT THE STATION