A beautiful walk (with stark views in winter) which will take us west across the ridge from Leith Hill. Expect woods, hills and a fast pace due to lack of daylight hours. Pub stop for drinks only. Bring picnic lunch.
Programme
Saturday 25th February
Sunday 4th March
This walk will take in views from all angles of the devil's
punch bowl. It also has three hills with views across to Leith Hill and
Ranmore as well as Farnham and the North downs.
Parking at station is £1 , but there are a couple of free (on
Sunday) car parks nearby.
Pub stop for drinks only, bring packed lunch.
Saturday 10th March
Join us as we set off from picturesque Westcott pass by fields, ponds, hamlets and a wooland waterfall. We will ascend Leith Hill where we will capture far reaching views over the downs, we will also pass through Surrey's highest village - Coldharbour
Sunday 11th March
Join us on this great circular and popular walk. Starting at the train station, we climb up farthing downs and make our way over to Kenley common (via Coulsodn Common). Hopefully we will see some gliders up close at Kenley airdrome and walk back via a pub (2 en route) to the station. This is a good walk, much to see and we promise you will feel better for it. Pub stop for drinks only, bring packed lunch.
Saturday 17th March
London Bridge to Westminster Bridge along the south bank of the Thames.
Through St. James, Green and Hyde Parks and along streets from Marble Arch to
Regents Park for lunch. Up Primrose Hill and follow roads to Hampstead Heath
for view from Parliament Hill. Past Kenwood House to the Spaniards Inn and
back into Hampstead
Finish at Hampstead Tube on Northern Line.
Pub stop for drinks only, bring packed lunch.
Sunday 18th March
Enjoy a hilly walk taking in four different hills on the edge of the South Downs including a direct ascent up the middle of the Devil's Dyke. These should give us extensive views out to sea and also inland. Bring a packed lunch, possible pub stop, possible tea shop stop. Walk pace will be moderate.
Saturday 24th March
Revel in the sights and sounds of early Spring, in the hills and
valleys around Hascombe. Expect fine views and some short, sharp ascents.
Pace will be brisk in places. The arboretum will be crossed by public
footpath, but bring NT card (or pay admission fee) if you wish to explore it
more fully. Pub stop for drinks only, bring packed lunch.
This is a linear walk starting in Sevenoakes, we will join the Darent Valley Path, walking though open fields to Otford, then we join the River Darent and though the hop vines of Shoreham. Darent Valley Path takes us to Lullingstone where we can see the Lullingstone Castle and the remain of a old roman villa.
Though the golf course and over field, where you will see the Viaduct and we finish the pretty village of Eynsford. Possible pub stop at the end before catching the train.
Saturday 31st March
Where will this walk take us? The clue's in the name on this hilly 16-miler, which should include a few spring flowers but hopefully not too many (almost) April showers. Bring picnic lunch. Pub stop for drinks only.
West Surrey IVC have organised a Barn Dance on Saturday 31st March 2012 and are inviting SURG members to join them. Log in for more details.
Saturday 14th April
Join us as we continue on the North Downs Way path, up and over St Martha's Hill, before dropping back down to pass though Newlands Corner and following the ridge along with views over the best of the Surrey Hills.
We will pass though Netley Heath onto White Downs with views the surrounding countryside, before making our way over to Ranmore Common. We will be have excellent views over Dorking and this where the North Downs Way turns.
Denbies Wine Estate is where we will walk over, before a climb over the Stepping Stones and up to the top of Box Hill.
Please note this is a linear walk which starts at Guildford Station and ends at Dorking Deepdene Station.
Everyone is welcome - old members, new members and prospective members alike. Meet your friends in the group for a drink or if you don't know us, join us in the pub and find out what we do.
It's a great way for getting to know people and making new friends, we will be starting the pub night straight from the second part of the North Downs Way walk.
Meeting at Dorking Main Station or at the pub - in The Lincoln Arms, Station Approach, Dorking, RH4 1TF.
Saturday 21st April
We will follow the Thames Path to Barnes past Sion House and Kew Gardens and then
cut through back roads to Roehampton Gate, entrance of Richmond Park, to see
the deer, ponds and King Henry's mound. We will leave the park at Richmond Gate for a pub
stop before walking back down the hill to Richmond town centre.
Pub stop for drinks only, bring packed lunch.
Saturday 28th April
A route with much variety in a less-frequented part of the Downs
between Bury and Duncton. Expect spring flowers, blossom, pretty hamlets,
streams, fords and an enchanting mill pond teaming with trout!
Pub stop for drinks only, bring packed lunch.
Note, Bignor Hill car park is not sign posted. On reaching the
attractive Jay's Farm, follow the sealed but sometimes rough track South,
that takes you up (at times steeply) to the top of the Downs.
Saturday 12th May
Join us for a walk along the best sea cliffs in the South East.
Starting in Seaford we will climb over Seaford Head to Cuckmere Haven. Then
we will wade across the river (bring a pair of flip flops / sandals or walk
the extra 2 miles). Once across the river we continue over the Seven Sisters
and Beachy Head into Eastbourne, returning by bus. Picnic lunch, possible
tea shop stop. Pub at the end.
Saturday 26th May
Join us on the third part of the North Downs Way as we start by going up Box Hill with view down over Dorking and Brockham, before walking though the Brockham Chalk works, with pretty views over Surrey countryside and woodland.
Walking over smaller hills and over some farmland before reaching Juniper Hill and around the corner Colley Hill with excellent views over Reigate and far beyond. Stopping at the cafe at the top of Reigate Hill for pot of tea and cake.
North Downs Way then takes us, down hill and though the Gatton Park Estate, though the pretty village of Gatton and up and over Reigate Hill Golf Course, before dropping back down to Merstham.
Please note that there will be a number of hills on this walk.
Everyone is welcome - old members, new members and prospective members alike. Meet your friends in the group for a drink or if you don't know us, join us in the pub and find out what we do.
It's a great way for getting to know people and making new friends, we will be starting the pub night straight from the third part of the North Downs Way walk.
Meeting at Mertsham Station or at the pub - in The Feathers, 36-38 High Street, Merstham, RH1 3EA.
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Walks grading
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Easy Access Walks for everyone, including people with conventional wheelchairs and pushchairs, using easy access paths. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn. Assistance may be needed to push wheelchairs on some sections: please enquire. |
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Easy Walks for anyone who does not have a mobility difficulty or a specific health problem or is seriously unfit. Suitable for pushchairs if they can be lifted over occasional obstructions. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn. |
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Leisurely Walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking experience. May include unsurfaced rural paths. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended. |
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Moderate Walks for people with country walking experience and a good level of fitness. May include some steep paths and open country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential. |
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Strenuous Walks for experienced country walkers with an above average fitness level. May include hills and rough country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential. People in doubt about their fitness are advised to contact the organiser or leader in advance. |
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Technical Walks for experienced and very fit walkers with additional technical skills. May require scrambling and use of ropes, ice axes and crampons. You must contact the organiser or leader in advance for further details. |





