23.7 miles
A beautifully restored medieval castle and stately home with wonderful gardens and magnificent views across the South Downs and the River Arun. One of the longest inhabited country homes in England, it has been the family home of the Dukes of Norfolk and their ancestors for nearly 1,000 years. A blend of medieval and gothic architecture and full of fascinating furniture, tapestries and a rare collection of paintings by renowned artists plus themed gardens and a long list of events including a number of fun, informative and interactive living history days and weekends.10.7 miles
Spectacular views and walks in the Surrey Hills countryside and home to an abundance of wildlife. You don’t have to go far to admire the views across the Punch Bowl or venture a bit futher and discover the stunning scenery at Highcombe Edge and Gibbet Hill. Gibbet Hill is the second highest point in Surrey with views across the Weald.4.3 miles
A rich and varied landscape buzzing with wildlife. Easily accessible with clearly marked footpaths and bridleways and a lovely spot for family picnics. The countryside is an area of great contrasts with extensive heathland views and secluded woodland glades. There’s always something new to see; from the breathtaking purple heathers and buzzing insects to majestic trees and strange fungi.This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers some of South East England’s most stunning and accessible countryside and a plethora of the best walking, running, cycling and horse-riding routes in the the South of England.
6.9 miles to start of route
A spectacular 108 mile walking route from Haslemere in Surrey to Hamstreet in Kent following the ridge of greensand rock that crosses the two counties. The route passes through two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty – the Surrey Hills and the Kent Downs – as well as numerous Sites of Special Scientific Interest. The creation of the Inspiring Views project by Surrey Hills Arts has worked with landowners to open up hidden views along the route and has commissioned artists to interpret the views through art, poetry and sound.0.9 miles
One of The National Trusts earliest acquisitions and a memorial to one of its co-founders, Octavia Hill. It’s one of the highest points in Surrey and the steep, wooded south-facing slope commands magnificent views across the surrounding countryside towards the Sussex border. Lovely walks cross the peaceful heath and woodland which is a wonderful mix of many trees and a surprise of non-native shrubs planted by British garden designer, writer and artist, Gertrude Jekyll.17.7 miles
Wisley is the flagship garden of the RHS and one of the UK’s most visited and best-loved gardens. Wisley is all about inspirational gardening and there’s always something new to excite and inspire. A fantastic day out for walks, horticulture and picnics with hundreds of events, courses and workshops all year round.4.5 miles
Nestling in a fold of the Surrey Hills are the award winning Ramster Gardens, with over 25 acres of peaceful woodland, views of lakes and hillsides, filled with colour and interest. It is famous for its magnificent displays of rhododendrons, azaleas and camelilias and many rare and unusual trees and flowering shrubs.3.7 miles
Created in the early 20th century by Dr Wilfrid Fox, this hillside arboretum has now been maintained by the National Trust for 60 years and has built up an internationally significant collection of more than 1,000 different species of shrubs and trees, many of them rare.