Walking groups and routes near South London & Surrey
Looking for walking company around South London and Surrey? Explore route ideas, then compare a group’s pace and usual day before asking to join.
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These are route ideas from published sources, not scheduled NextRamble outings. Distances are approximate. Check the original provider’s directions, current access and facilities before using a route, especially if anyone has specific access needs.
Box Hill from Box Hill & Westhumble station via the Stepping Stones
Box Hill, near Dorking, Surrey
A short but hilly National Trust loop from Box Hill & Westhumble station, climbing to the Box Hill summit and visitor centre, then dropping by a long flight of steps to the River Mole and the Stepping Stones before returning to the station.
4.8 km / 3 milesAbout 120 minutesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Steps
- Gates or kissing gates
- Fords or stepping stones
- Hills and effort
- Steep climbs
- Steep descents
- Facilities and rest stops
- Public toilets
- Café
- Rail station near the start
View the provider’s route for Box Hill from Box Hill & Westhumble station via the Stepping Stones, opens a new tabSources and what to check
Trail page says the Stepping Stones are awaiting repair; use the footbridge. Place page lists no other closures. Countryside open dawn to dusk. Summit parking is charged for non-members (GBP 2 to 9).
Route facts from the National Trust trail page and place information; summary written independently.
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Deer Trail at Newlands Corner
Newlands Corner, Albury Downs, near Guildford, Surrey
A hilly Surrey County Council circular from Newlands Corner on the North Downs Way, taking in St Martha's Church on its sandy hill and the Silent Pool before climbing back up the chalk to the downs.
9 km / 5.6 milesAbout 180 minutesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Muddy or soft ground
- Sand or shingle
- Steps
- Stiles
- Gates or kissing gates
- Road walking or road crossings
- Hills and effort
- Steep climbs
- Facilities and rest stops
- Public toilets
- Accessible toilets
- Café
- Picnic area
- Car parking
- Accessible parking bays
- Bus stop near the start
- Drinking-water refill
View the provider’s route for Deer Trail at Newlands Corner, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No closures on the route page or the visitor page (reviewed 20 August 2026). 1.9 m height barrier at the overflow car park. Busy A25 crossings.
Route facts from Surrey County Council walk and visitor pages; summary written independently.
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Highcombe hike, Devil's Punch Bowl
Hindhead Commons, Hindhead, Surrey
A challenging National Trust loop from the Devil's Punch Bowl car park at Hindhead, skirting the rim of the Punch Bowl, dropping into the valley and climbing back through ancient woodland past the Robertson Memorial.
5.1 km / 3.2 milesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Muddy or soft ground
- Uneven ground or tree roots
- Gates or kissing gates
- Hills and effort
- Steep climbs
- Facilities and rest stops
- Public toilets
- Accessible toilets
- Changing Places toilet
- Café
- Car parking
- Accessible parking bays
View the provider’s route for Highcombe hike, Devil's Punch Bowl, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No closures listed. Countryside dawn to dusk. Parking GBP 2 to 9 for non-members. No overnight parking.
Route facts from the National Trust trail page and place information; summary written independently.
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Hydon's Ball to Winkworth Arboretum circular
Hydon's Ball and Heath, near Godalming, Surrey
A gently undulating National Trust ramble from Salt Lane near Hydestile, over the Hydon's Ball viewpoint and along the Greensand Way to Winkworth Arboretum and back on woodland footpaths and bridleways.
9.6 km / 6 milesAbout 180 minutesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Firm gravel paths
- Muddy or soft ground
- Uneven ground or tree roots
- Sand or shingle
- Steps
- Gates or kissing gates
- Narrow paths
- Road walking or road crossings
- Hills and effort
- Gentle hills
- Facilities and rest stops
- Public toilets
- Accessible toilets
- Changing Places toilet
- Café
- Car parking
View the provider’s route for Hydon's Ball to Winkworth Arboretum circular, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No closures listed. Winkworth Arboretum open 09:00 to 17:00 with admission for non-members (adult GBP 15 at time of check); whether the walk enters the paid area is not stated.
Route facts from the National Trust trail page and place information; summary written independently.
Research checked . Recheck the provider’s current information before your visit.
Leith Hill woodland walk from Windy Gap
Leith Hill, near Coldharbour, Dorking, Surrey
A National Trust waymarked woodland loop from the Windy Gap car park below Leith Hill, the highest point in south-east England, taking in farmland, a pond and a climb to Leith Hill Tower before a steep stepped descent.
4 km / 2.5 milesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Uneven ground or tree roots
- Steps
- Stiles
- Gates or kissing gates
- Road walking or road crossings
- Hills and effort
- Steep climbs
- Long or sustained climbs
- Facilities and rest stops
- Car parking
View the provider’s route for Leith Hill woodland walk from Windy Gap, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No closures on the NT trail page or the Surrey County Council visitor page (reviewed 5 October 2026). Tower opening hours are set by the National Trust and were not checked.
Route facts from the National Trust trail page and place information; summary written independently. Access details from Surrey County Council.
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Morden Hall Park suburban oasis walk
Morden Hall Park, Morden, London Borough of Merton
An easy, short National Trust loop around Morden Hall Park in south London, following the River Wandle past the rose garden, Snuff Mill and a wetland boardwalk, with cafes at the start.
3 km / 1.9 milesAbout 60 minutesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Paved or tarmac paths
- Firm gravel paths
- Muddy or soft ground
- Boardwalks or wooden bridges
- Gates or kissing gates
- Hills and effort
- Not checked yet
- Facilities and rest stops
- Public toilets
- Accessible toilets
- Café
- Car parking
- Accessible parking bays
- Bus stop near the start
- Rail station near the start
View the provider’s route for Morden Hall Park suburban oasis walk, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No closures listed. Parkland open all day; car park 09:00 to 17:00. Parking charge after the first 1.5 hours for non-members.
Route facts from the National Trust trail page and place information; summary written independently.
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Ranmore West to the Wotton Hatch pub
Ranmore Common, near Dorking, Surrey
A longer National Trust ramble from Ranmore West car park on the North Downs, dropping south across the A25 to the Wotton Hatch pub near Westcott and climbing back to the downs.
8.5 km / 5.3 milesAbout 150 minutesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Uneven ground or tree roots
- Stiles
- Gates or kissing gates
- Road walking or road crossings
- Hills and effort
- Steep climbs
- Steep descents
- Facilities and rest stops
- Pub
- Car parking
View the provider’s route for Ranmore West to the Wotton Hatch pub, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No closures on the trail or place pages. Charges at Denbies Hillside car park; Ranmore West charges not stated.
Route facts from the National Trust trail page and place information; summary written independently.
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Reigate Hill walk from Wray Lane
Reigate Hill, Reigate, Surrey
A National Trust loop on the North Downs escarpment above Reigate from the Wray Lane car park, dropping steeply off the hill and returning by a chalk path and steps.
5.3 km / 3.3 milesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Paved or tarmac paths
- Uneven ground or tree roots
- Steps
- Gates or kissing gates
- Road walking or road crossings
- Hills and effort
- Steep climbs
- Steep descents
- Facilities and rest stops
- Public toilets
- Accessible toilets
- Car parking
- Bus stop near the start
View the provider’s route for Reigate Hill walk from Wray Lane, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No closures listed. Ash dieback felling may affect paths at short notice. Wray Lane car park is not NT; its charges were not stated.
Route facts from the National Trust trail page and place information; summary written independently.
Research checked . Recheck the provider’s current information before your visit.
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Are there gentle walks as well as longer rambles?
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