About this Event
Dogs can use this trail as well, but must be on a leash.
- Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles)
- Grading: Intermediate
- Rating: 6 out of 10
- Ascents: 696.8m
- Hiking time: About 3.5 to 4 hours of actual hiking
- We'll meet at 08:45 in London Victoria Station
- Meeting point near Boots (no 27)
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)
This walk is covered by our Club's insurance. Our Club is registered on The British Mountaineering Council (BMC)
The beauty of Box Hill has inspired many greats artists, writers, and musicians for hundreds of years. Jane Austen based the picnic scene from Emma here, George Lambert's famous painting of Box Hill in 1733 (now in The Tate Gallery) and it's even had several songs written about it, the most recent being "On Box Hill" by Everything but the girl. It's also inspired the poet Keats and the writer G.K. Chesterton. Come and discover the magic of Box Hill for yourself.
A diverse hike through a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty taking in woodland, rolling downs, Norbury Park, the River Mole and of course Box Hill itself where there are some stunning views to be had from Salomons Memorial right across the Weald to Devils Dyke by the South Coast.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
See the famous Box Hill viewpoint with far-reaching views over Sussex
Breathtaking hiking through the woods and hills of the North Downs
See the twisting hills roads of the Olympics 2012 cycle race where the cyclists did 9 laps of this spectacular section
HIKE DESCRIPTION
Box Hill is located on the North Downs and lies within the Surrey Hills area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is also part of the Mole Gap to Reigate Escarpment Site of Special Scientific Interest. As well as its natural beauty, Box Hill also plays host to a more recent fort built in the 1890s to help defend England from a possible French invasion and a semi derelict folly from 1815.
We shall be passing by the route for the 2012 Olympics cycling race - at the steepest point, considered to be the best for viewing due to the reduced speed of the riders.
FOOD
We'll stop during the hike for a snack lunch so please bring food and drink. We’ll visit a pub after the hike where we can get refreshments.
COST: £28
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable hiking clothes & hiking footwear (ideally hiking boots) Waterproof jacket, trousers and footwear are recommended
- Water (at least 1 and ideally 2 litres)
- Packed lunch/picnic
- Money for drinks and refreshments after the hike
- That's it! We will take care of train tickets, logistics on the day etc, so that you can just turn up and have a great day
SAFETY AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable but we have a process to release your space for resale to another member.
Photos & Video - All 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.
SAFETY
This hike is led by a trained hike leader and qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please come with suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers in case of rain - more info
© Club Hiking in London. Ltd 2023 (CASC) in collaboration with Saturday Walkers Club. Errors and Omissions Excepted
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Victoria Station, Victoria Street, London, United Kingdom
GBP 28.00