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Join our friendly and active hiking community. We run 3 to 5 guided hikes every weekend from London, all easily accessible by train. Our routes explore Kent, Surrey, Sussex, and the North and South Downs.
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Ultimate Amalfi Coast Hiking Adventure: Path of the Gods, Pompeii & Vesuvius
This is our 31st Amalfi Coast trip, making this the most popular week-long hiking holiday of any Meetup group in the UK. The Amalfi Coast needs little introduction: a UNESCO World Heritage coastline where a 1,100m mountainous landscape lush with vegetation plunges dramatically into the sea below. Set in southern Italy, this world-famous peninsula offers some of Europe’s most breathtaking walking, including the legendary “Path of the Gods”, widely regarded as one of the finest coastal hikes anywhere in the world.
📏 Key Info
• 🌙 Nights: 6 (Fri–Thu)
• 💷 Cost: £914
• 🥾 Difficulty: Intermediate
• 🛶 Activities: hiking/sightseeing
• 🛌 Room Type: Boutique Guest House - Twin ensuite rooms
• 🚐 Transport: Mainly private coach
• 🍽️ Meals Included: All Breakfasts + 4 packed lunches
• ✈️ Start & End City: Naples (free private transfer to/from Guest House)
• 🚐 Airport Transfer: Group transfer included for suggested flights
🌟 Trip Highlights
• Visit the world famous Mount Vesuvius volcano
• Hike the famous Path of the Gods
• Discover the ancient Roman city of Pompeii – frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago
• Stay at Casa Pendola, a beautiful family run Boutique Guest House overlooking Agerola valley LINK
• Three hikes starting directly from the guest house
• A Free Day to visit the island of Capri, Ravello mountain town or relax at the pool
• Explore Positano, Amalfi Coast’s most photogenic coastal town
• Discover hidden waterfalls in Valle delle Ferriere National Park
• Explore the coastal town of Amalfi
• Optional (extra) hands-on Italian cooking class on a local farm. Typically - make fresh pasta, mozzarella & tiramisu with wine
• Optional extra. Visit a small family-owned Limoncello factory, see how it’s made and sample a variety of flavours
🌅 Trip Description
We’ve designed this holiday to show you the greatest walks that this area has to offer as well as some of its world famous sights. The Amalfi Coast is dotted with seaside towns rich in history and boasts a timeless beauty interspersed with a lively, Italian buzz and vibrancy. A place you can really explore nature one minute in the remote mountains and feel really alive by the sea a short while later.
Our hikes take us along ancient paths and mule tracks where in many places time has stood still. We’ve picked some great hikes that showcase this landscape and offer some awe inspiring views. We never quite leave the coastal views and the ever present sparkling turquoise sea below, reminding us just how high up these mountains are.
The Amalfi Coast is a steep coastline where villages cling to steep rocky hillsides defying logic and almost gravity, with houses coloured in gentle pastel shades.
🛏️ Accommodation & Transport
• Agerola (6 nights) – Twin bedded en-suite rooms at The Casa Pendola (LINK), a boutique family owned Guest House high in the hills
• Transport:
Private group coach: Naples Airport → Agerola → Naples Airport → Naples train station. Also a private coach on the Vesuvius and Pompeii day.
📅 Itinerary
Friday – Arrival & Transfer to the Guest House
There is a single fixed time complimentary transfer from the airport to our accommodation. On arrival, there will be time to settle in, explore the area and visit the local village. In the evening, we will enjoy a relaxed dinner and have the opportunity to get to know each other in our beautiful rural, mountainous surroundings. Our guest house is set outside the village a 10 to 15 minute walk away, so we escape the noise and stay in a more tranquil setting. The Guest House has an unheated swimming pool.
Saturday
• Hike: Bomerano circular
• Distance: 10km (6 miles)
• Grading: Intermediate, one tough uphill, rocky terrain in places
• Ascent: 470m
Today we have a lovely circular hike from our guest house. We take in the summit of Monte Tre Calli (1122m high) from which we can get some stunning and far reaching views of the Peninsula as well as the mountain villages near where we are staying. A short but perfect hike to get to know the area and get our bearings.
After the hike, you'll have free time to explore the charming village of Bomerano or unwind by our private pool.
There’s also optional extra (at cost) local experiences available:
• 🍋 Visit a small family owned Limoncello factory. See how it’s made and sample different varieties (approx 5 Euros)
• 🍝 Hands-on Italian cooking class on a local farm. Make and then eat fresh pasta, mozzarella & tiramisu, with wine (approx 45 Euros)
Sunday
• Hike: Bomerano to Amalfi via Valle delle Ferriere Park
• Distance: Approx 16km (10 miles)
• Grading: Intermediate, some rough and uneven tracks
• Ascent: 480m
• Descent: 1100m
Another hike where we start from the guest house, we have some road walking at the start before departing into the dense wooded mountains on a breath taking trail that provides ever more tempting views of the lush wooded valleys and coastline that we will be exploring. With waterfalls, ancient ruins, mountain rivers and dreamy views this is quite a spectacular day of hiking. To finish it off we hike past scented lemon groves on a trail that delivers us to the coastal town of Amalfi which opens to the sea like a fan. We’ll have time to explore Amalfi’s historic streets and get some well deserved refreshments.
Monday - Free day
Why not take the time to yourself to relax by the guest house pool, indulge in one of Bomerano's numerous cafes or explore the surroundings? You can get a bus from Bomerano to Amalfi and then a bus or boat onto most locations on the Amalfi Coast.
Or you can visit Ravello - a small town considered to be one of the most romantic and beautiful places in southern Italy. Settled on steep terraced slopes high above sea level, this lovely town inspires with memorable views high above the coast below.
Should you desire a more exotic experience, you can visit the island of Capri. Capri is one of Italy’s most stunning islands, a favourite for Roman Emperors several of whom built their villas here.
There is no guide for today, it is a free day and whatever option you choose is self guided, the guide can advise on options and logistics.
Tuesday - Day trip to Vesuvius and Pompeii
Vesuvius is a world renowned volcano that dramatically brought an end to the Roman town of Pompeii in its great eruption of 79 AD. Its fertile soil helps provide some of the great tasting local tomatoes and grapes for the local wines.
Pompeii is an experience to visit, the ruins being mesmerising, fascinating and quite poignant. It’s surprisingly well preserved for a 2000 year old town and is huge, a true time capsule from the days when the Roman Empire ruled much of the world as you walk around this Roman town. Pompeii offers a fascinating glimpse into the everyday life of the ancient Roman world including bakeries, brothels, baths and numerous cobbled streets. You can explore this site either by yourself or join the private organised tour we arrange with our local guide.
Visiting Vesuvius is subject to weather conditions and also tickets being released to the public for sale, they are not always available, if they are not available for our trip dates we will have a short walk on Vesuvius to a historic lava flow instead of visiting the summit.
Wednesday
• Hike: The famous "Sentiero degli dei" (Path of the Gods)
• Distance: 7km (5 miles). Various options to extend, you can decide on the day
• Grading: Intermediate
• Ascent: 350m for the standard route
We’re saving this epic hike until our last full day. We hike a winding trail that delicately hugs the rugged mountains as it follows their twists and turns. We get the most dramatic and lofty views of the trip as for much of the hike we can look down to the sea far below. We pass ancient houses, vineyards, woodland and a goat farm.
We visit Positano, considered to be the most picturesque and photogenic town on the coastline. Steeply stacked houses literally tumble down the mountain towards the sea dotted with the most diverse range of pastel colours creating quite a captivating setting. We explore the town losing ourselves in a maze of alleys, a visit to the beach and no doubt a good cafe too are on the cards. You can also explore some very chic boutique shops.
Today offers several route options. The guide will hike the full Path of the Gods, continue down to Positano, and then return the same way to the guesthouse. You can choose to shorten the route at various points, with options including a coastal boat ride or a bus journey. On the day, you can decide whether to take the public bus into Positano or extend the hike and walk down the roughly 1,700 steps.
Thursday – Departure
After breakfast, we head to the airport.
• If you’d like to stay on, Rome is just 1 hour 15 minutes away by high-speed train from Naples, with regular flights back to London.
• After the airport we have a 2nd complimentary stop at Naples central train station.
• You can extend your stay in Naples to explore its museums, cafés and neighbourhoods.
🍽️ Food
Breakfast is provided daily by the guest house. On the 4 main hiking/sightseeing days, a local bakery supplies a packed lunch (meat or vegetarian). Most guests join optional group meals on the first and last night; on other evenings you are free to choose from local restaurants and cafés. Typical dinners cost €12–20 (excluding drinks).
Lunch packs are available as meat or vegetarian only. Guests with other dietary requirements may wish to supplement these with additional items purchased locally.
Dietary requirements:
• Vegetarian food can be catered for
• Some requirements (including vegan, nut-free, lactose free, gluten free) cannot be catered for
• Gluten-free options in restaurants are more limited than in the UK due to the local reliance on pasta, bread and pizza. For those avoiding gluten, the most reliable choices are naturally gluten-free foods such as salads, fruit and vegetables.
• We must be aware of all dietary needs before booking, please email us first to confirm if your requirements can be accommodated: info@outdooraholics.co.uk
💷 Cost & Booking
• £914.
• We can arrange a small number of rooms on a single occupancy upgrade basis, for details whilst they still remain please email: info@outdooraholics.co.uk
How to book:
• Click “Attend” and pay a £200 deposit by PayPal to secure your space
• Remainder due by Sunday 28th June 2026 (by bank transfer)
• Payment details are emailed 1 week before the balance deadline
Payment terms:
• Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable
• When the trip is sold out, fully paid spaces may be advertised to the same gender (see FAQ for details)
✅ Price Includes
• 6 nights’ accommodation in a family run, boutique guest house sharing twin bedded ensuite single gender bedrooms
• Breakfast each day
• 4 packed lunches
• Complimentary fixed time airport transfer at the start. Also the transfer to Naples airport or Naples city on the final day
• Transfers to Pompeii and Vesuvius and throughout the day
• Travel on local public bus for the hiking day to Amalfi
• Use of the Guest House private pool (subject to being operational)
• Hikes by a trained guide (Outdoor First Aider)
• Compliance with the 2018 Package Travel Regulations, including financial protection
❌ Price Excludes
• Flights, dinners, 1 lunch
• Entry to Pompeii (20 Euros) and Mount Vesuvius (11 Euros)
• 1.5 Euros per night Tourist Tax: LINK
✈️ Flights, Start & End Times
All times below are local Italian time.
Arrival – Friday (Naples Airport → Agerola)
For anyone arriving on one of the suggested flights below or already at the airport – we offer a complimentary group transfer, departing 10:30am from Naples Airport. We will wait up to 3 hours for delays on the listed flights below only.
Inbound flights – 02.10.2026
• Jet2 flight: LS1517
5:55am from London Stansted (STN) → Naples (NAP) landing 9:45am
• EasyJet flight: EZY2493
6:15am from Luton (LTN) → Naples (NAP) landing 10:05am
• EasyJet flight: EZY8355
6:25am from London Gatwick (LGW) → Naples (NAP) landing 10:10am
If you arrive later or on a different flight, you’ll need to make your own way to the accommodation. Flights are not part of the package. You are responsible for reaching the meeting point, even if your flight is delayed or changed so please ensure your travel insurance covers travel disruption.
Return – Thursday
The trip ends after breakfast. At 8:45am we depart to Naples airport eta 10:00 to 11:00 (Safest to book flight to allow for delays, traffic, issues etc). There is a 2nd drop off to Naples train station for those who would like to explore the city and return home later in the evening or the next day.
Please book return flights with a comfortable buffer, as we are not responsible for missed connections; your travel insurance should cover delays or disruption. Due to risks of delays in the journey/accidents/breakdowns/road works etc, we recommend exploring Naples and taking an evening flight.
🛡️ Insurance & Entry Requirements
It is essential that you have travel insurance which covers:
• Emergency medical treatment
• Hiking (up to 1200m in this case)
• Cancellation and curtailment
• Travel disruption (e.g. if you cannot reach the start of the trip due to delayed or cancelled flights)
You will be required to provide a copy of your insurance policy. Without valid insurance, we cannot accept you onto the trip and no refund will be due in this case.
Outdooraholics cannot verify what any policy covers – you must confirm this directly with your insurer. The guide accepting your policy details is not confirmation that it is valid or adequate.
Entry requirements:
• Valid travel documents for Italy, including a passport and visa if required
• Italy is in the EU – please check entry rules for your nationality
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HILLY HIKE 17km Jane Austen's Box Hill, England's largest vineyard & North Downs
Victoria Station, Victoria Station, Victoria, London SW1E 5ND, UK, London, al, GB📏 Key Info:
• Distance: 11 miles (17km)
• Grading: Intermediate
• Ascent: 485m
• Hiking time: 4 to 4.5 hours
• Cost: £31 (includes guided hike + return train)
• Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [Resale Process] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund.
• Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the mid-afternoon stop, and at the end pub📍 Meeting Point
• Location: Victoria station. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - MAP & PHOTO
• Time: Meet 8:05am, leave 8:25am for the 8:41am train
• Return: 5:45pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)🌟 Highlights
• Hike through the Surrey Hills AONB (422 km²) — one of England’s most beautiful landscapes
• Visit the famous Box Hill viewpoint with far-reaching views over Surrey and Sussex
• Enjoy varied hiking across woodland, downs and the River Mole
• Visit Denbies Wine Estate — England’s largest vineyard and award winner
• Cross the iconic Stepping Stones on the River Mole
• See the twisting Olympic cycle race roads (2012)🥾 Hike Description
For centuries, the beauty of Box Hill has inspired artists, writers and musicians. Jane Austen set a scene from Emma here, George Lambert painted it in 1733 (now in Tate Britain), and it has even featured in modern songs. The poet Keats and G.K. Chesterton also drew inspiration from these hills, showing how this corner of Surrey has long captured creative imaginations.Our hike begins in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with woodland and rolling trails through Norbury Park before joining the twisting roads used in the 2012 Olympic cycling race. From here, we climb to the summit of Box Hill, where the Salomons Memorial viewpoint offers sweeping panoramas across the Weald and as far as Devil’s Dyke by the South Coast. On the way we also encounter traces of history, including a late 19th-century fort built to defend against French invasion and the semi-ruined folly tower from 1815.
After soaking up the views, we descend to the River Mole and cross its famous Stepping Stones, a much-loved landmark of the area. The trail then continues through open chalk downland and woodland before reaching Denbies Wine Estate, the largest vineyard in England, winner of international awards including Best Rosé in the World at the 2010 International Wine Challenge.
A wonderfully varied hike that blends chalk downs, riverside beauty, iconic views and layers of history — all within easy reach of London.
🧭 Guide:
• Leader: LYUBAVA
• Contact (hike day only): 07883 405294🍽️ Food:
• Bring a packed lunch
• Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional)🎒What to Bring
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Water (2 litres minimum)
• Packed lunch
• Waterproofs (jacket and trousers)
• Hat and gloves if cold
• Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point⚠️ Safety
Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider❓ Want to Know More?
• New to Our Trips? (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”)
• About Us (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history)
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18 attendees - £33.00
HIKE 22km Long Man of Wilmington Chalk carving to Britains sunniest seaside town
London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU, London, GB📏 Key Info:
• Distance: 14 miles (22km)
• Grading: Intermediate/Challenging
• Ascent: 410m
• Hiking time: 5.5 to 6.5 hours
• Cost: £33 (includes guided hike + return train)
• Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [Resale Process] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund
• Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub📍 Meeting Point
• Location: Victoria station. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - MAP & PHOTO
• Time: Meet 8:20am, leave 8:40am for the 8:54am train
• Return: 7:36pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)🌟 Highlights
• See the Long Man of Wilmington, a mysterious chalk hill figure several hundred years old
• Pass a historic smugglers’ inn hidden in rural Sussex
• Hike across the South Downs chalk hills with superb panoramic views
• Experience the fresh scent of the sea and distant coastal views as we approach Eastbourne
• Explore sleepy Sussex villages with thatched cottages and time-forgotten churches
• Finish in the coastal town of Eastbourne, the sunniest place in Britain, for a well-earned pub stop🥾 Hike Description
We begin our journey at Arlington Reservoir, where the path quickly brings us into sight of the famous Long Man of Wilmington. This striking hillside figure grows larger as we approach until we stand directly at its feet. Though its exact origins remain a mystery, historians believe it dates back to the 1500s or 1600s, adding intrigue to its commanding presence on the Downs.Our route then leads us through the gentle rolling countryside of the Sussex Weald, passing through timeless villages with thatched cottages and ancient rural churches. Along the way we pass an old smugglers’ inn, a reminder of the area’s colourful past when contraband flowed inland from the Sussex coast.
Climbing ridge tops along the South Downs chalk hills, we are rewarded with sweeping panoramic views across the surrounding countryside. As the path undulates across the Downs, the fresh scent of the sea drifts inland and glimpses of the distant coastline begin to appear — teasing us with the promise of the coast ahead.
Our hike concludes in the lively seaside town of Eastbourne, proudly known as the sunniest place in Britain. Here we enjoy a celebratory pub stop — the perfect end to a day of countryside exploration, ancient history, and sweeping South Downs scenery.
🧭 Guide:
• Leader: GRAHAM
• Contact (hike day only): 07796 098487🍽️ Food:
• Bring a packed lunch
• Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional)🎒What to Bring
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Water (2 litres minimum)
• Packed lunch
• Waterproofs (jacket and trousers)
• Hat and gloves if cold
• Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point⚠️ Safety
Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider❓ Want to Know More?
• New to Our Trips? (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”)
• About Us (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history)
• FAQs (covers common queries)📲 Explore More & Stay Connected
Day hikes list 👣
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Facebook page & Photos group📄 Terms and Conditions
By signing up or attending you agree to our Terms and Conditions© Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE
28 attendees - £31.00
BEGINNERS HIKE 18KM Wind in the Willows: Woodland, River & Photography adventure
Paddington station, 32 Woodfield Road London, W9 2BE. Paddington station, London, GB📏 Key Info:
• Distance: 11.5 miles (18km)
• Grading: Beginners/Intermediate - one main hill that we take gently
• Ascent: 140m
• Hiking time: 5 to 5.5 hours
• Cost: £31 (includes guided hike + return train)
• Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [Resale Process] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund.
• Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub📍 Meeting Point
• Location: Paddington station. Meet at the entrance of the main ticket office - MAP
• Time: Meet 8:30am, leave 8:50am for the 9:08am train
• Return: 5:19pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)🌟 Highlights
• Walk the scenic Thames Path with riverside meadows and marshes
• Visit Cookham, home of painter Sir Stanley Spencer
• Discover the site of Saxon Queen Cynethryth’s lost 8th-century monastery
• See ancient Bronze Age burial mounds at Cock Marsh
• Enjoy panoramic views of the Thames Valley from Winter Hill
• Walk through Bisham Woods, inspiration for The Wind in the Willows
• Pass near the Cliveden Estate — famed for grandeur and the Profumo Affair
• Cross Boulters Lock, once a favourite haunt of Victorian society
• Finish in Maidenhead, with Brunel’s iconic 1838 railway bridge🥾 Hike Description
We set off from Cookham and soon make our way into the enchanting Bisham Woods, once part of the Royal Forest of Windsor. Steeped in history and folklore, these ancient woods were said to be haunted by Lady Hoby and inspired Kenneth Grahame’s The Wind in the Willows. Rich in flora and wildlife, they provide a beautiful opening to our walk.Climbing to Winter Hill, we enjoy sweeping views across the Thames Valley before descending to the river. The path then leads us through meadows and marshland, past the ancient burial mounds of Cock Marsh, before arriving in the historic heart of Cookham village, famously described by Stanley Spencer as “a village in heaven.” Here we pause for lunch, with time to explore the charming streets, Spencer’s gallery, and Holy Trinity Church where the artist is commemorated, as well as a visit to a traditional pub.
After lunch, we rejoin the Thames Path, widely regarded as one of the most photogenic stretches of the river. The route meanders alongside the water, skirting the edge of the grand Cliveden Estate, once a ducal residence and later the setting of the notorious 1960s Profumo Affair.
Our hike continues along the river past Boulters Lock, a lively boating hub once popular with Victorian high society, before reaching Maidenhead. The finale is at Brunel’s magnificent 1835 railway bridge, a pioneering feat of Victorian engineering and a fitting close to a day rich in riverside scenery, history and culture.
🧭 Guide:
• Leader: BEA
• Contact (hike day only): 07345 241215🍽️ Food:
• Bring a packed lunch
• Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional)🎒What to Bring
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Water (2 litres minimum)
• Packed lunch
• Waterproofs (jacket and trousers)
• Hat and gloves if cold
• Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point⚠️ Safety
Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider❓ Want to Know More?
• New to Our Trips? (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”)
• About Us (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history)
• FAQs (covers common queries)📲 Explore More & Stay Connected
Day hikes list 👣
Calendar - All trips 📖
Instagram 📸
Facebook page & Photos group📄 Terms and Conditions
By signing up or attending you agree to our Terms and Conditions© Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE
19 attendees - £32.00
🌞 Summer Solstice HIKE 17km Heathlands, ancient woods and the Devils Punchbowl
Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, Lambeth, London SE1 8SW, UK, London, al, GB🌳 Large Group Social Hike
One of our bigger, more sociable hikes.
Prefer a smaller group? See our standard-size hikes.🌞 Summer Solstice Hike – One Date Only (21 June)
This hike runs once this year, on the summer solstice - the longest day of the year. With extended daylight and high summer conditions, it’s an ideal time to experience the open heathland, wide views, and atmospheric landscapes of Hindhead and the Devil’s Punch Bowl.
📏 Key Info:
• Distance: 10/11 miles (17km)
• Grading: Intermediate - some steep hills
• Ascent: 390m
• Hiking time: 4.5 to 5 hours
• Cost: £32 (includes guided hike + return train)
• Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [Resale Process] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund.
• Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub📍 Meeting Point
• Location: Waterloo station. Meet under the main central clock - MAP & photo of the clock
• Time: Meet 8:55am, leave 9:15am for the 9:30am train
• Return: 5:44pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)🌟 Highlights
• Discover the Devil’s Punch Bowl, a vast natural amphitheatre steeped in legend
• Explore the atmospheric landscapes that inspired Charles Dickens, Agatha Christie and Bram Stoker
• Visit Gibbet Hill, once a site of executions and notorious crimes, now crowned with a Celtic Cross
• Hear the eerie tale of the Sailor’s Stone and the tragic 18th-century murder it commemorates
• Admire far-reaching views across the Surrey Hills AONB, stretching as far as London on a clear day
• Walk through the diverse habitats of Hindhead Common, with sandy heathland and ancient woodland🥾 Hike Description
Our hike begins in the historic town of Haslemere, where we join the Greensand Way and set out across a patchwork of heathland and woodland. This unusual sand-based terrain is characteristic of the Surrey Hills and offers striking contrasts of colour and texture as we ascend towards our first landmark.Reaching the iconic Devil’s Punch Bowl, we pause to take in sweeping views over this vast natural amphitheatre. Folklore tells how the Devil himself scooped out the hollow during a quarrel with Thor, leaving behind this dramatic scar in the Surrey landscape. The Punch Bowl has long inspired writers and artists, including Dickens and Agatha Christie, drawn by its atmospheric setting.
From here the trail climbs to Gibbet Hill, at 272 metres the second-highest point in Surrey. Once used as a site of execution, its grisly past lingers in local tales. Today, a Celtic Cross stands here, erected to dispel superstition. On clear days, the summit rewards us with views stretching across the Weald and even to London’s skyline in the far distance. Nearby lies the Sailor’s Stone, a memorial to an 18th-century sailor murdered on the heath, whose story adds a haunting note to our journey.
Our return route follows peaceful tracks through Hindhead Common, a landscape of open heath and wooded valleys rich in wildlife. We finish back in Haslemere, completing a circular walk that combines folklore, literary inspiration and the rugged natural beauty of the Surrey Hills.
🧭 Guide:
• Leader: GRAHAM
• Contact (hike day only): 07796 098487🍽️ Food:
• Bring a packed lunch
• Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional)🎒What to Bring
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Water (2 litres minimum)
• Packed lunch
• Waterproofs (jacket and trousers)
• Hat and gloves if cold
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