Tallest Peak in Surrey: Holmwood & Leith Hill Circular – 16km | Elevation 572m
📍 Start: London Victoria Station (Southern Rail to Holmwood)
🏁 End: London Victoria Station (Return from Holmwood)
🗓 When: Sunday, 12 October. Meet at 09:20 AM for 09:40 train
💷 Tickets via Eventbrite – £30 including train tickets and a kind donation towards Trail Therapy infrastructure so we can organise more events for you
Fancy a day out of London exploring Surrey’s finest countryside? Join us for a 16km loop hike that takes in rolling farmland, peaceful woodlands, and the summit of Leith Hill — the tallest peak in Surrey. From the top, you’ll enjoy panoramic views stretching across the South East before we descend and wind our way back through scenic woods and across Duke’s Warren.
This route offers a proper mix of wide country paths, forest trails, and a few rougher sections to keep things interesting. Expect a rewarding challenge, plenty of variety, and all the fresh air you could ask for.
🌿 What We’ll See Along the Way
• Coldharbour village – a charming Surrey hamlet
• Moor Wood, Cockshott Wood & Rhododendron Wood – atmospheric forest sections
• Leith Hill – the tallest peak in Surrey, with sweeping views
• Duke’s Warren – open countryside trails with classic Surrey scenery
• A variety of farmland paths, woodland tracks, and scenic viewpoints
📏 Hike Details
• Distance: 16 km (loop)
• Max elevation: 572 m
• Estimated duration: 5–5.5 hours (excluding breaks)
• Route type: Loop
🧢 What to Bring
• Packed lunch and trail snacks
• 1.5–2L of water
• Hiking boots (sections can be muddy/uneven)
• Layers and waterproofs (always a good idea)
• Energy for a few climbs
🍻 Post-Hike Option
We will wrap up with a pink at a cosy spot just a short walk from the station, perfect for toasting the day’s effort
