Druids Grove & The Yew Tree Forest (6.5 - 9.0 miles)

Druids Grove The Yew Tree Forest & Norbury Park

This is a delightful hike through quintessential Surrey countryside encompassing stunning views over the Surrey hills. A medium length hike but one with several inclines.

Terrain: Several ascents. Parts will be muddy, parts may be slippery.
Bring good quality hiking boots and gaiters if you have them

At the end of the hike you'll have the opportunity to return to the station or extend the walk by about another 2 miles to Denbies Vineyards and back to the station if you wish.

HIGHLIGHTS

Cross a picturesque meadow, an ancient bridge and pass several cattle farms

Hike through the famous Yew Tree Forest and the Spooky Druid's
Grove where you'll see 1000+ year old trees

Pass the huge Norbury park estate of the former pioneer of family planning clinics and Leopold Salomans (previous owner of Boxhill)

Walk beside the quaint river Mole & a large expanse of garlic fields

Length: 6.5 miles approx + (2.5 miles) Optional walk to Vineyards and back

Elevation Gain: 250 m (There will be several ascents and 1 descent)

Walking pace: Brisk

Time : 4 hrs approx (can be more or less dependent on group speed)
Bring a packed lunch & plenty of water

There are NO PUBLIC TOILETS at the station or along the route

Parking

Very limited parking is available at Boxhill station, more parking opposite the Stepping stones pub (along the road)

Train

Catch the train from London Waterloo www.trainline.com

Hike fee: £8.00

Bank transfer to
Kats Adventures Limited
40 09 25
41764527
Ref: Name / Druids message me and I'll register you

Start time: 11.15 am (We will wait until the train from London Waterloo gets in)

Finish time : 16.00 (Approx, can be earlier depends on group walking speed )

Hike leader: Amit (0776 019 8360)