Box Hill: Hike through Surrey’s autumnal woodlands

WHY GO?

Discover the enchanting landscape of Box Hill, where rolling chalk hills meet lush woodlands and charming villages. Ascend to the iconic viewpoints for autumnal views over the Mole Valley and beyond, offering stunning photo opportunities at every turn. Experience the vibrant charm of nearby towns like Mickleham where you can enjoy local shops and cafés.

Box Hill is easily accessible, making it a perfect day trip destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. If you’re looking for a blend of outdoor exploration and rich history, Box Hill is the perfect escape!

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?

• Box Hill & Mickleham Circular Walk: Starting from Box Hill and Westhumble train station, you'll ascend to the iconic Box Hill summit, rewarded with panoramic vviews of the Surrey Hills. Descend through picturesque woodlands to the historic village of Mickleham. The return journey takes you through charming countryside paths, offering a mix of gentle slopes and challenging climbs.
• The Salomons Memorial: A historic viewpoint that commemorates the area's natural and cultural heritage, providing panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
• Westhumble and Mickleham: Passby small towns at the foot of Box Hill, filled with quaint shops, cafes and churches. Stop by a pub on the way back to the station to grab a drink with the group.
• Stepping Stones: Iconic stepping stones across the River Mole provide a unique experience and a perfect photo opportunity.

TRIP DETAILS

Meeting location:

• Option A: Meeting in London Waterloo train station at 9:00 am.
• Option B: Meeting outside Box Hill and Westhumble train station at 10:15 am.

Note: Exact location in Waterloo train station will be provided in the whatsapp group for this trip.

Finishing Location:

• Option A: London Waterloo train station at 5:45 pm.
• Option B: Box Hill and Westhumble train station at 4:15 pm

Distance: 10km (approx 6.2 miles), 6 hours from start to closing, multiple break times, including lunch

Hiking Difficulty: Easy/ intermediate – hiking at relaxed pace on well-marked paths, some steep ascents

Price: Starting from £12

Included:

• Community leader & guide for the entire duration.
• Guided hike
• Train tickets included (based on ticket selection)
• Access to google photos album dedicated for this trip for sharing all your amazing pics & videos from the trip.
• Access to a whatsapp group for confirmed participants.

WHAT IS THE PLAN ?

9:00 am - Meet at London Waterloo Station and catch the 9:22 train

9:20 am - Catch the train to Box Hill and Westhumble.

10:12 - Arrive at West Humble and start the walk

10:45 - First stop at Stepping Stones to take pictures

11:00 - Reach the Salomons Memorial at Box Hill to admire the views before continuing the circular walk.

13:00 Lunch break

16:15 End the walk with a pub stop in Westhumble or catch the earlier train to London Waterloo at 16:30.

16:30 Catch train to London Waterloo train station

17:45 Arrive back in London Waterloo Train station

To go through our amazing reviews by participants, please click on the links below:

• Google Reviews
• Facebook reviews

• WhatsApp Group: In the ticket confirmation page, you will find a link to a whatsapp group dedicated to this event. This group is where you can connect with trip mates, coordinate arrival options & stay in touch.
• Trip Briefing: You will find a link in the whatsapp group description to a detailed trip briefing document providing details on what to expect, how to prepare etc.
• Google Photos Album: You will find a link in the whatsapp group description to the shared google photos album where you can upload & view all shared photos & videos from the trip.

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• Free cancellation up to 2 full days before the start of the trip. After that, cancel up to 1 days before the trip to get a 50% refund.
• If the event is cancelled on our end, you will get a full refund.
• Please note that the program, as well as the venue is subject to change due to extreme weather conditions, as well as to the characteristics and size of the group.
• Urbanature Travel (UNT) needs a minimum of 5 participants for this trip to take place, else we may cancel this trip.
• UNT reserves the right to cancel the trip, modify the route, change the accommodation or re-schedule hikes and without prior notice.
• UNT is not responsible for any loss, theft, damage or personal injury that occurs during the trip.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Waterloo Station, Waterloo Road, London, United Kingdom