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Ramblers Spring Walks Festival

28 April – 7 May 2018

Programme of Walks

Walk Difficulties LEISURELY = 3 to 5 miles, relatively flat easy walk; good for beginners. MODERATE = 5 to 8 miles, reasonable pace, stiles likely and some ascents/descents. STRENUOUS = 7 to 15 miles, brisk pace, ‘A bit of a challenge’, stiles likely and possible steep ascents/descents.

Saturday 28 April Start 09.30 – ‘North and South of the Way’ All-day 14-mile/22.5 km circular walk, taking in The , Pump Pond Wood, , , Steers Field, Blatchford Down, Roughs, Netley Heath, and Mountain Wood. Finish time about 16.30. Bring picnic lunch and drinks. Walk difficulty: Strenuous Start point: Sheepleas, Shere Road Car Park, KT24 6EP, located ¾ mile south from mini-roundabout on A246 at West Horsley. Grid reference TQ084515 Contact/Leader: Henri d. Telephone 07802 312366 Start 09.30 – ‘A Circuit around Abinger’ Morning circular 7.5 miles/12.1 km gently undulating walk, taking in Abinger Roughs, Wotton House, , Abinger Common and . Finish time about 13.30. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Abinger Roughs Car Park, RH5 6BF. Grid reference TQ110480 Contact/Leader: Jenny W. Telephone 01306 252619 or 07714 271377 Start 14.30 – ‘Denbies and the Burneys’ Afternoon circular 3.5 miles/5.6 km walk, relatively easy walk, taking in Denbies Vineyard and Camilla Cottage, with optional tea and cake at Denbies afterwards. Finish time about 16.30. Walk difficulty: Leisurely Start point: Denbies Vineyard Car Park, RH5 6AA. Grid reference TQ165512 Contacts/Leaders: Jayne L & Andy H. Telephone 07962 317777 or 07810 844250

Sunday 29 April Start 09.30 – ‘The Three H’s, and one W’ All day 12 miles/19.3 km circular hilly, undulating walk, taking in Hydons Ball, the Hurtwood, Hill, and . Good views and pleasant garden. Bring picnic lunch and drinks. Finish time about 15.30. Walk difficulty: Strenuous Start point: Hydons Ball Car Park, Salt Lane, GU8 4BB. Grid reference SU979402 Contact/Leader: Louise S. Telephone 07810 808716 or 01483 453273 or 07484 762596 Start 09.30 – ‘Headley: over the Hills to the East’ Morning 7 miles/11.3 km circular walk, taking in Thistle and Colley Hills. Finish time about 13.00. Bring picnic lunch if you wish to include the afternoon walk. Mobile Café at this Car Park. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Headley Heath NT Car Park, opposite cricket ground, KT18 6NN. Grid reference TQ205538 Contact/Leader: Dave S. Telephone 07585 476937

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Sunday 29 April Start 14.00 – ‘After lunch - Headley again but going West’ Afternoon 4 miles/6.4 km circular walk, taking in Bridges Walk and Middle Hill. Finish time about 16.00. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Headley Heath NT Car Park, opposite cricket ground. KT18 6NN. Grid reference TQ205538 Contact/Leader: Ted C. Telephone 01372 720215

Monday 30 April Start 10.00 – ‘Chinthurst and Northwards to Church’ Morning 7 miles/11.3 km circular walk, gentle climb to St Martha’s Church via East Shalford, slightly steep descent to Chilworth, returning on the via Blackheath. Finish time about 13.30. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Car Park, GU5 0PR. Grid reference TQ015463 Contact/Leader: Jenny W. Telephone 01306 252619 or 07714 271377 Start 10.00 – ‘Langley Vale WW1 Memorial - A Wood in the Making’ Morning 5 miles/8 km circular hilly walk, taking in Langley Vale Wood. Please note dogs must be on leads all the time. Finish time about 13.00. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: The Hill Car Park, Epsom Downs. KT18 5PU. Grid reference TQ222578 Contact/Leaders: Tricia and George. Telephone 0208 3932388 or 07726 724046 Start 14.30 – ‘Brisk Figure of Eight from Polesden’ Afternoon 7.5 miles/12.1 km brisk circular walk, taking in Connicut, Stars and Pump House Woods. Finish time about 17.15. Walk difficulty: Strenuous Start point: Polesden Lacey NT Car Park, RH5 6BB. Grid reference TQ135524 Contact/Leader: Olly S. Telephone 07879 673016 or 01372 451523

Tuesday 01 May Start 10.00 – ‘Compton and the Hog’s back’ Morning 7 miles/11.3 km circular walk, taking in Loseley Park for coffee at Watts Gallery then back along the Hog’s Back with views, including a useless 19th century Fort, a folly and Lewis Carroll’s grave. Finish time about 13.00. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Artington Park and Ride Car Park, off A3100 at Peasmarsh, GU3 1LT. Grid reference SU993475 Contact/Leader: Andy H. Telephone 07810 844250 Start 10.00 – ‘ History Tour’ Morning 3.5 miles/5.6 km circular walk, guided tour of Dorking historical locations, integrated walk with MV District Council ‘Walk for Health’, optional Café stop after. Finish time about 12.30. Walk difficulty: Leisurely Start point: Outside Pippbrook Council Office Reception area, RH4 1SD. Car parking behind Dorking Halls (Pay and Display). Grid reference TQ170497 Leaders: Estelle H and Henri d. Contact: Henri d. Telephone 07802 312366 Start 14.00 – ‘Look for signs of Spring in ’ Afternoon 4 mile/6.4 km circular nature walk in Norbury Park and along the . Finish time about 16.30. Walk difficulty: Leisurely Start point: Lower Young Street Car Park, KT22 9BS. Grid reference TQ163551 Contact/Leader: Peter C. Telephone 07803 581752

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Tuesday 01 May Start 18.30 – ‘Day is Done, but not at Holmbury’ Time to unpack the toils of the day, don your walking shoes and get out for an evening 5 mile/8 km circular walk to discover unmapped paths over , with optional beverage at the Royal Oak Inn. Bring torches. Finish time about 21.30. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: near the Royal Oak, RH5 6PF. Grid reference TQ109445 Contact/Leader: Jacqui H. Telephone 07733 485124

Wednesday 02 May Start 10.00 – ‘Over the Hills for Culturally Inspiring Views’ All-day 12 miles/19.3 km hilly circular walk to see three Art sculptures on Winterfold, Reynards and Holmbury Hills, splendid views and information on the Artworks. Bring picnic lunch and drinks. Finish time about 16.00. Walk difficulty: Strenuous Start point: Hurtwood CP3, Mill Hollow, Pitch Hill Car Park, GU6 7NL. Grid reference TQ079426 Contact/Leaders: Louise S. Telephone 07810 808716 or 01483 453273 or 07484 762596 Start 10.00 – ‘A Cliff Walk but no Danger!’ Morning 4 miles/6.4 km circular walk, taking in and Mickleham Downs, one short hill, no stiles, with optional pub stop afterwards. Finish time about 12.30. Walk difficulty: Leisurely Start point: Ryka’s Cafe Car Park, Burford Bridge, RH5 6BX. Grid reference TQ171520 Contact/Leader: Cliff W. Telephone 01306 888286 Start 10.00 – ‘Exploring South of ’ Morning 7 miles/11.3 km circular walk taking in woodland trail below Leith Hill to , Forest Green and a steady climb for views from Leith Hill Place and Leith Hill. Finish time about 13.30. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Rhododendron Wood NT Car Park, Leith Hill Place, RH5 6LU. Grid reference TQ128429 Contact/Leader: Christine G. Telephone 07796 147127 Start 10.00 – ‘An exploration of Farley Heath and Blackheath’ Morning 6 miles/9.7 km circular walk taking in Blackheath, Chalet Park, Farley Green then south via Mayor House Farm, four stiles and no steep slopes. Finish time about 13.00. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Farley Heath Car Park, Farley Heath Road, GU5 9EW. Grid reference TQ051448 Contacts/Leaders: Jayne L. Telephone 07962 317777 / Helen S. Telephone 07857 171990

Thursday 03 May Start 10.00 – ‘A Wisley Wander’ Morning 7miles/11.3km circular walk taking in Ockham Common, Chatley Semaphore, Mausoleum, Wisley Airfield, Ockham Mill, path and Wisley Common. Optional café drink after. Finish time about 13.00. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Boldermere Car Park, Old Lane, KT11 1NR. Grid reference TQ078586 Contact/Leader: Brian P. Telephone 07815 911510 Start 10.00 – ‘North of Polesden to Effingham’ Morning easy 4.5 miles/7.2 km circular stroll from Polesden to Chalkpit Lane, Bishop’s Walk and beech avenue. Finish time about 12.30 with optional refreshments afterwards. Walk difficulty: Leisurely Start point: Polesden Lacey NT Car Park RH5 6BB. Grid reference TQ135524 Contact/Leader: Lorna M. Telephone 01372 454012

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Thursday 03 May Start 18.30 – ‘Day is Done, but not at ’ Time to unpack the toils of the day, don your walking shoes and get out for an evening 5 mile/8 km circular walk across fields and through woodlands in the South of the Valley, with optional beverage at the Six Bells Inn. Finish time about 21.30. Bring torches. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Newdigate near the Six Bells Pub, RH5 5DH. Grid reference TQ197420 Contact/Leader: Jacqui H. Telephone 07733 485124

Friday 04 May Start 09.15 – ‘Rail to Trail: Gatwick to Dorking’ All-day 15 miles/24 km linear brisk walk, mainly level terrain but with many stiles, route traversing farms and fields nestling in the Mole Valley area. Bring picnic lunch and drinks. Finish time about 16.30. Walk difficulty: Strenuous Start point: Dorking Deepdene Station, purchase one-way ticket to catch the 09.26 to Gatwick Airport Station. Note: Please let the Leader know If you intend meeting the group at Gatwick Airport Station. Contact/Leader: Jacqui H. Telephone 07733 485124 Start 10.00 – ‘Farm, Forest and Fodder’ Morning 6 miles/9.6 km circular walk taking in Dogkennel Green, Crocknorth Farm and Effingham Forest. Cakes at end of walk. Finish time about 13.00. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Stony Rock NT Car Park, Hogden Lane, Ranmore Common, RH5 6SY. Grid reference TQ124504 Contact/Leader: Olly S. Telephone 07879 673016 or 01372 451523 Start 10.00 – ‘Tour de Deepdene Trail’ Morning 3.5 mile/4.8 km guided tour of the Deepdene Trail with optional café drink after at the Dorking Golf Club. The walk is integrated with MV District Council ‘Walk for Health’. Finish time about 12.30. Walk difficulty: Leisurely Start point: Meet Outside Pippbrook Council Office Reception area RH4 1SD. Car parking behind Dorking Halls (Pay and Display). Grid reference TQ170497 Leaders on the Day: Estelle H & Pat W. Telephone 01306 886062 or 07741 454883 Contact before the day: Henri d. Telephone 07802 312366 Saturday 05 May Start time 10.00 – ‘Shamley Green to Blackheath’ All-day 9 mile/14.3 km circular varied walk through Blackheath, steady climb to Chinthurst Hill and Tower for wonderful views south and passing through the pretty village of Bramley. Bring picnic lunch and drinks. Finish time about 15.00 Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Shamley Green (near Red Lion pub) GU5 0XB. Grid Reference TQ031437 – Park around the Green. Contact/Leader: Christine G. Telephone 07796 147127 Start time 10.00 – ‘40th Anniversary of the NDW National Trail: Dorking to ’ All-day 9.5 miles/15.3 km linear walk, taking in Stepping Stones, Box Hill, with ascents and descents, following the North Downs Way eastwards to and down to Reigate Station. Magnificent views. This is a joint walk with Surrey Hills Society. Bring picnic lunch and drinks. Finish time about 15.00. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Meet at front of Dorking Mainline Station. Grid Reference TQ171504 Note: If coming from Reigate, we suggest getting 09.19 train to Dorking Deepdene, then short walk to Mainline Station. Returning trains from Reigate to Dorking Deepdene are every 30 minutes. Contact/Leaders: Christine Howard SHS and Fiona S MVR. Telephone 07917 772333

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Saturday 05 May Start time 10.00 – ‘Windmill Wander’ Morning 4 mile/6.4 km circular walk, visit the only Windmill Church in the country and then progress to Buckland for mid-morning refreshments in the Buckland Village Stores or bring your own and sit by Buckland Pond and the War Memorial. Relatively flat with few stiles. Walk difficulty: Leisurely Start point: Car Park, Flanchford Road, RH2 8AB. Grid Reference TQ239502 Contact/Leader: Joan Y. Telephone 01737 248346 07999 442239 Start time 19.00 – ‘Mole Valley at Night’ (Something for the more adventurous) Evening circular undulating 7 mile/11.3km brisk walk in the Box Hill area including the Stepping Stones, with a beverage at a pub (about half-hour break), before ascending Box Hill, then views of Mole Valley and Dorking at night. Torches are essential. Finish time about 23.00. Walk difficulty: Strenuous Start point: Box Hill NT Car Park, KT20 7LB. Grid Reference TQ179513 Contact/Leader: Jennie deB. Telephone 07891 288343 Sunday 06 May Start time 09.30 – ‘40th Anniversary of the NDW National Trail: to Dorking’ All-day 15 miles/24.1 km linear walk, following the North Downs Way via St Martha’s Hill, , Ranmore and down to Denbies. Woodlands, chalk grasslands and fine views. This is a joint walk with Surrey Hills Society. Bring picnic lunch and drinks. Finish time about 16.30. Walk difficulty: Strenuous Start point: Front of Guildford Railway Station – Meeting point at Dorking Deepdene Station to catch the 09.03 to Guildford Station. Note: Please let the Leader know If you intend meeting the group at Guildford Railway Station. Contact/Leader: Fiona S. Telephone 07917 772333 Start time 09.30 – ‘Polesden with Pauline’ Morning 7 mile/11.3 km circular walk, taking in the Polesden Estate, Ranmore, with views of the Mole Valley, Denbies vineyard and Box Hill. Optional Café stop after. Finish time around 12.45pm. Walk difficulty: Moderate Start point: Polesden Lacey NT Car Park, RH5 6BB. Grid Reference TQ135524 Contact/Leader: Pauline B. Telephone 07933 769343 Start time 14.00 – ‘A Leith Hill Wander’ Afternoon 4 miles/6.4 km circular walk, gentle ascent and descent of Leith Hill. Highest point in Surrey. Optional tea at the Tower. Finish time about 16.30. Walk difficulty: Leisurely Start point: Starveall Corner NT Car Park, Leith Hill, RH5 6LU. Grid Reference TQ131432 Contact/Leader: Gill C. Telephone 01306 500157 Bank Holiday Monday 07 May: ‘The Gathering’ – to Celebrate the end of the Walks Festival Selection of four walks and a Family Treasure Hunt, all meeting at lunchtime (bring your own picnic) from 12.30 at Wotton Village Hall, with live music by John Peppard. Then at 1.30pm ‘Tea and Cakes’ to celebrate the last day of the Walks Festival, with presentations and awards. Departing about 2.30pm, with shorter walks back to the car parks. Tea, coffee and soft drinks will be available to all at Wotton Village Hall between 12.30 and 14.30 hours. Start time 09.30 – ‘The Gathering Walk 1’ Strenuous 10-mile circular walk taking in Abinger Bottom to Leith Hill, Coldharbour Common, Tilling Springs, then to Wotton for picnic lunch. Returning via Deerleap Wood, Wotton House and Bushy Wood. Finish time about 17.00 Start point: Friday Street Car Park, RH5 6JR. Grid Reference TQ125457 Contact/Leader: Louise S. Telephone 07810 808716 or 01483 453273 or 07484 762596

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Bank Holiday Monday 07 May Start time 10.00 – ‘The Gathering Walk 2’ Moderate 8-mile circular walk taking in Hogden Track, Yew Tree Farm, Polesden Farm, Tanner’s Hatch, Ranmore, Steers Field, Coombe and Vale Farms to Wotton for picnic lunch retuning by shorter route via Park Farm and Pickett’s Hole to Ranmore. Finish time about 17.00 Start point: Stony Rock NT Car Park, RH5 6SY. Grid Reference TQ124504 Contact/Leader: Henri d. Telephone 07802 312366 Start time 10.30 – ‘The Gathering Walk 3’ Moderate 6-mile circular walk taking in Abinger Roughs, Hackhurst Farm, NDW to Pickett’s Hole, descent to Wotton for picnic lunch returning by shorter route via Deerleap Wood. Finish time about 16.00 Start point: Abinger Roughs NT Car Park, RH5 6BF. Grid Reference TQ110480 Contact/Leader: Fiona S. Telephone 07917 772333 Start time 11.00 – ‘The Gathering Walk 4’ Leisurely 5-mile circular walk via Westcott, Rockery Hill Farm, to Wotton for picnic lunch returning by Vale Farm, and Milton Court. Finish time about 16.30 Start point: Milton Heath Car Park, Post code RH4 3JT. Grid Reference TQ154488 Contact/Leader: Pat W. Telephone 01306 886062 or 07741 454883 Family Treasure Hunt: Leisurely self-guided, 2.5 mile circular, family walk from Wotton Village Hall with many activities to do on the way. The map and details of this exciting event can be found here. Start at your own time.

Please let us know what you think We would love to know about your experience of walking with us. Please email either of our Walk Coordinators: [email protected] or [email protected] with your views. If you are new to walking and have enjoyed this festival, do take a look at the ongoing programme of walks offered by Mole Valley Ramblers (www.molevalleyramblers.org.uk) and consider joining our group. You will receive a warm and friendly welcome. Details for joining the Ramblers can be found on their website: www.ramblers.org.uk

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