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Mole Valley Ramblers Walks Programme 1 April - 1 July 2018 Date Start Walk Distance Difficulty Contact Sun 01/04/2018 14:00 Headley Heath NT CP, (pay Ups and Downs and Round About on 5mi/8km Moderate George and Tricia, 020 8393 and display if not NT member) (KT18 Headley Heath 2388 or 07726 724046 6NN, TQ205538) A walk over the open spaces and woodlands of Headley Heath. Be prepared for some hills - the 'heath' often takes people by surprise, but there should be the tea van for refreshments at the end! Wed 04/04/2018 10:00 Sheepleas Shere Road CP, Sheepleas to Lovelace Bridges and 5.5mi/8.9km Moderate Stephen C, 07885 470788 take lane south from A246 at mini- Towers roundabout (KT24 6EP, TQ084515) Across Sheepleas to visit 3 of the bridges and 2 missing bridges then around Horsley Towers. Several small hills, but no stiles. Wed 04/04/2018 10:00 NT Four Wents Pond Northside Holmwood from Four Wents 6mi/9.7km Moderate Andy H, 07810 844250 CP, Blackbrook Road (RH5 4NX, From 'thieves, vagabonds and idlers' to TQ183454) suffragettes - a brief history of Holmwood. Sat 07/04/2018 10:00 Ranmore West NT CP, on Surrey Hills from Ranmore 10.5mi/16.9km Moderate Paul M, 07857 264315 or south side of Ranmore Common Brisk and hilly walk from Ranmore 01483 564 834 Road (no charges) (RH5 6SY, Common to Westcott and Friday St, where TQ127502) there will be picnic lunch break near Stephan Langton PH Sun 08/04/2018 09:30 Tattenham Corner Tea Hut CP Horsing and Coursing 6mi/9.7km Moderate Pauline B & Jan B, 07933 (on north side of B290) (KT18 5PP, Undulating walk enjoying open skies and 769343 or 07734 806123 TQ224584) wooded landscape of Epsom Downs, Nohome Farm and Walton on the Hill; no stiles. Mon 09/04/2018 14:00 Rusper Parish CP (in village on In search of the source of the River 4mi/6.4km Leisurely Susan B, 01306 631115 or north side of church) (RH12 4PX, Mole 07933 229938 on the day TQ205374) Easy level walking in Rusper area . Tea option afterwards in Rusper village. Wed 11/04/2018 10:00 Lakewood Car Park on A307 It's a Fair Mile to West End 6mi/9.7km Moderate Stephen C, 07885 470788 just before it crosses A3 between A walk taking in 3 commons, a wood and a Cobham and Esher (KT11 1BG, river bank with a coffee stop beside or (if TQ121618) buying) in Garsons Garden Centre. Wed 11/04/2018 10:00 Horton Country Park CP, Horton Country Park, Epsom & Ashtead 6.5mi/10.5km Moderate Dave S, 07585 476937 Horton Lane, Epsom (KT19 8PQ, Commons TQ190616) Very flat walk around Horton CP, Ashtead and Epsom Commons. Most of the walk is on wide paths, making this a very sociable walk. No stiles. No gates. Beautiful pond stop for coffee break. Buns at the end. Sat 14/04/2018 10:00 Holly Lane CP, Chipstead (CR5 Junk & Jewels 6.5mi/10.5km Moderate Pauline B & Jan B, 07933 3NR, TQ273583) Interesting walk through Banstead Wood, 769343 or 07734 806123 Chipstead Bottom, Outwood and Lambert's Shaw. Sun 15/04/2018 09:30 Chertsey Meads CP, Mead A Towpath Wander 6.5mi/10.5km Moderate Brian P, 07815 911510 Lane (on left under yellow height Flat leisurely walk along the Thames side, barrier just past the marina) (KT16 taking in Chertsey Meads, Wey Navigation 8LL, TQ054662) towpath, Thames Lock in Weybridge, Shepperton Foot Ferry (please bring at least £2 for the single fare for ferry) Mon 16/04/2018 14:00 Albury Heath Cricket Ground Tea walk beside the Tillingbourne 4mi/6.4km Leisurely Fiona S, 07917 772333 CP. Take Albury turn off from A25 and Gentle afternoon walk around Albury Park , continue south along New Road. including cafe tea stop in Shere. (GU5 9DA, TQ059469) Wed 18/04/2018 10:00 Shere Heath CP, just off Sandy Albury Heath & Blackheath Forest - 7.5mi/12.1km Moderate Chris G, 07796 147127 Lane, south of Shere (GU5 9QJ, Brisk pace TQ071469) Brisk paced varied walk through woodland and meadows with lovely views towards the North Downs. Gentle undulations with a few stiles. May not finish until 1.30 pm, so bring sustenance as necessary. Wed 18/04/2018 10:00 Ryka's CP, Burford Bridge (RH5 A circuit of Norbury Park in Spring 6.5mi/10.5km Moderate Pat W, 01306 886062 or 07741 6BX, TQ171520) An undulating walk around Norbury Park 454883 with magnificent views across Mole Valley. Thu 19/04/2018 10:30 Starveall NT CP, Leith Hill (best Leith Hill loop 4mi/6.4km Leisurely Bob A, 01306 730096 or 07708 approached via Hollow Lane, south off Scenic undulating walk with very good 772 323 A25, signposted to Abinger Common) views in all directions. Optional pub (RH5 6LU, TQ130432) refreshments at end. In conjunction with Age UK Go50. Sat 21/04/2018 10:00 Hascombe, Sandy Lane CP, Hascombe Figure of Eight 14mi/22.5km Strenuous Norma N, 07770 149198 opposite White Horse PH on B213013 Brisk walk, with stunning views from the (GU8 4JB, TQ001394) southern face of Hascombe Hill in the morning and Hydon's Ball in the afternoon. Picnic lunch round the pond at Hascombe, or eat in the White Horse. Option of doing morning walk only, 7m (still brisk pace). Wed 25/04/2018 10:00 Friday St CP (RH5 6JR, A walk through history: from Mesolithic 6mi/9.7km Moderate Jayne L & Helen S, 07962 TQ125457) to WWII 317777 or 07857 171990 Exploring parts of Wotton Estate, Abinger Roughs and Abinger Common. A few ups and downs, no stiles and lots of lovely trees. Wed 25/04/2018 10:00 Starveall Corner NT CP (best Bluebells and other spring delights on 6.5mi/10.5km Moderate Fiona S, 07917 772333 approached via Hollow Lane, south off Leith Hill A25, signposted to Abinger Common) The southern slopes of Leith Hill, down to (RH5 6LU, TQ130432) Etherley Copse, up to Frank's Wood (noted for its bluebells) and final steep ascent to the Tower. Hilly, but the flowers and views make it worthwhile. Sat 28/04/2018 09:30 Sheepleas Shere Road CP, North and South of the North Downs 14mi/22.5km Strenuous Henri, 07802 312366 take lane south from A246 at mini- Way roundabout (KT24 6EP, TQ084515) All day walk taking in Sheepleas, Polesden Lacey, Ranmore Common and Abinger Roughs. Sat 28/04/2018 09:30 Abinger Roughs CP (RH5 6BF, A circuit around Abinger 7.5mi/12.1km Moderate Jenny W, 01306 252619 or TQ110480) Gently undulating morning walk, taking in 07714 271377 Abinger Roughs, Wotton House, Friday Street, Abinger Common and North Downs Way. Sat 28/04/2018 14:30 Denbies Vineyard CP (RH5 Denbies and the Burneys 3.5mi/5.6km Leisurely Andy H, 07810 844250 6AA, TQ166511) Afternoon easier walk taking in Denbies Vineyard and Camilla Cottage, with optional tea and cake at Denbies afterwards. Sun 29/04/2018 09:30 Headley Heath NT CP, opposite Headley - over the Hills to the East 7mi/11.3km Moderate Dave S, 07585 476937 cricket ground. Pay & display for non- Morning walk taking in Thistle and Colley NT members (KT18 6NN, TQ205538) Hills. Bring picnic lunch if joining our afternoon walk. Sun 29/04/2018 09:30 Hydon's Ball CP, Salt Lane The Three H's and one W 12mi/19.3km Strenuous Louise S, 01483 453273 or (GU8 4BB, SU979402) All day hilly walk, taking in Hydon's Ball, 07810 808716 or 07484 Hascombe Hill and Winkworth Arboretum 762596 Sun 29/04/2018 14:00 Headley Heath NT CP, opposite Headley again- but going West 4mi/6.4km Moderate Ted C, 01372 720215 cricket ground. Pay & display for non- Afternoon walk over Headley Heath, some NT members (KT18 6NN, TQ205538) hills. Bring picnic lunch if joining our morning walk as well. Mon 30/04/2018 10:00 Chinthurst Hill CP (GU5 0PR, Chinthurst and Northwards to Church 7mi/11.3km Moderate Jenny W, 01306 252619 or TQ014462) Morning walk, gentle climb to St Martha's 07714 271377 Church via East Shalford, slightly steep descent to Chilworth, returning on the Downs Link via Blackheath. Mon 30/04/2018 10:00 Epsom Downs, The Hill CP Langley Vale WW1 - A Wood in the 5mi/8km Moderate George and Tricia, 020 8393 (KT18 5PU, TQ222578) Making 2388 or 07726 724046 Morning hilly walk, taking in Langley Vale Wood. Please note dogs must be on leads all the time on this walk. Mon 30/04/2018 14:30 Polesden Lacey NT CP. Pay & Brisk Figure of Eight from Polesden 7.5mi/12.1km Strenuous Olly S, 07879 673016 or 01372 display for non NT members. (RH5 Brisk afternoon walk taking in Connicut, 451523 6BB, TQ135524) Stars and Pump House Woods. Tue 01/05/2018 10:00 Artington Park & Ride CP, off Compton and the Hog's Back 7mi/11.3km Moderate Andy H, 07810 844250 A3100 at Peasmarsh (GU3 1LT, Morning walk taking in Loseley Park, SU993475) coffee at Watts Gallery, then back along the Hog's Back, passing a useless Fort, a folly and Lewis Carroll's grave. Tue 01/05/2018 10:00 Park in Dorking Halls CP (Pay Dorking History Tour 3.5mi/5.6km Leisurely Estelle (Walk for Health) & & Display); meet outside Pippbrook Guided tour of Dorking's historical Henri, 07802 312366 Council Office reception area. (RH4 locations, joint walk with MV Walk for 1SD, TQ170497) Health. Optional cafe stop afterwards. Tue 01/05/2018 14:00 Lower Young St CP (KT22 9BS, Look for signs of Spring in Norbury 4mi/6.4km Leisurely Peter C, 07803 581752 TQ163551) Park Afternoon nature walk in Norbury Park and alongside the River Mole.