FREE Outdoor Trips From London

Join us for a 17-mile circular hike from Farnham, designed for walkers who enjoy covering some distance while exploring the quieter, lesser-known landscapes of Surrey. This is a route that slips away from the busy world and uncovers some of the area’s most peaceful and characterful corners.
We set off from Farnham, leaving the historic streets behind and quickly entering a mosaic of woodland, sandy tracks and open heath. Much of this walk follows paths that feel wonderfully tucked away — the kind of places you’d never find unless you were on foot, where birdsong replaces traffic and the views stretch across heather and pine.
The route takes us through the atmospheric Bourne Woods, before continuing through wide, quiet forest and across open commons that feel surprisingly wild for this part of the country. We’ll also pass through gentle farmland and small valleys, linking together a series of hidden corners that show off the variety and beauty of this landscape.
With a steady but sociable pace, we’ll have time to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and pause for breaks along
the way. As the loop closes, we return to Farnham, where cafés and pubs await for anyone who fancies a well-earned drink and a chat after a full day on the trail.

This walk is ideal if you love discovering places that feel off the map, sharing good company, and enjoying that deep, satisfying tiredness that comes from a proper day out in the countryside.

Get the 9:04 train from London Waterloo to Farnham arriving at 10:13. the cost is about £13.15 with Railcard or group save tickets.

Walk starts at 10:15 from Farnham station.
Walk ends at approx 17:15 at Farnham station.

As the walk is limited to 60 the amount of people that can join so please only rsvp if you are 100% sure you will attend.

Bring a packed lunch. Pub stop for lunch but there might not be time to order food. As the walk is moderate, pace will be 2.5 - 3mph and it might be quite muddy so wear appropriate footwear!
I will get the train from Clapham junction so will meet you all at Farnham

How to join?

• The walk is entirely free of charge;
• You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses;
• Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part);
• Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips:
  https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/
• Please answer the RSVP question; Guests with missing or incorrect answers will be removed from the list!

What to bring

• Plenty of water, 1-2 litres recommended
• Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized along the walk
• Extra snacks and an extra packed lunch just in case
• Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing, sturdy shoes/boots you don't mind getting muddy
• Spare socks
• Walking poles and/or an umbrella :-)
• Yourself...
• ...and your camera!
• Cash for train ticket
• Cash for pub at the end of the walk?

Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section!

IMPORTANT
Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes.
Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader".
Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen.
Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-)
By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer.

Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips:
https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/

TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE
Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel - this gives everyone the freedom and choice. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered.
As most of our trips are confirmed or postponed very close to the event date - heavily depending on the weather forecasts - we advise not to buy this until the last minute. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave.

Any questions, feel free to ask below or send a private message!

​Box Hill is most famous for the panoramic far-reaching views to the South. From the stone structure viewpoint you can see for more than 15 miles ahead; with Surrey and East Sussex stretching out beneath you. From here we will walk down to the foot of Box Hill and cross the river Mole via the 16 hexagonal stepping stones. We walk through Denbies vineyard wine estate then take a late lunch break at Polesden Lacey, a Georgian National trust building where there are cafe with hot and cold food. This walk is not suitable for beginners, you must be able to walk at a minimum pace of 2.5 mph and only rest after 2 hours of walking. There are 2 very steeps hills to walk up, each over 100 metres in height. The group cannot wait if any members struggle to keep up with the pace. Hiking boots are essential.

Quick Facts

• Walking Distance: approx. 12 miles circular walk.
• Walk Duration: Walking time of 4.5-5.5 hours with a two very steep hills to walk up.
• Terrain & Difficulty: starting with a steep climb then steep down hill. Another steep climb 1 hour later then undulating terrain.

Travel Options & Meeting Point

Meeting at Box Hill & Westhumble station (BXW) for 10:00am outside at the car park. PLEASE CHECK TRAIN TIMES BEFORE YOU SET OFF

​BY TRAIN: Train leaving London Waterloo (WAT) at 09:02 and arriving at Boxhill & Westhumble station (BXW) for 09:51 - no change required.

We will return back to Box Hill station after the walk so best to get a return ticket.

Please check for cancelations or delays before you set off

Michael will be driving to the station and will meet you at the station car park.

Possible to get a GroupSaver train discount if travelling with 3+ people. For those that wish to meet for the GroupSaver, just post a message.

The organiser will wait if there is a delay in the train arriving.
If you missed your train, don't call me as we cannot wait for the next train, it will not be fair to keep the group waiting for late arrivals. However, we will wait if the train is delayed.

What to bring
Hiking boots strongly advised as there are 2 steep climbs and sections of the paths can be very muddy.

• Walking poles, if you have but not essential
• Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized during the walk.
• Plenty of water

No dogs allowed on any of my events, no matter how well behaved.

How to join?

• The walk is entirely free of charge;
• You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses;
• Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part);
• Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips:
  https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/
• Please answer the RSVP question; Guests with missing or incorrect answers will be removed from the list!

What to bring

• Plenty of water, 1-2 litres recommended
• Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized along the walk
• Extra snacks and an extra packed lunch just in case
• Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing, sturdy shoes/boots you don't mind getting muddy

IMPORTANT
Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes.
Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader".
Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen.
Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular.

Any questions, feel free to ask below or send a private message!