🌳Hiking: Box Hill and Headley Heath, returning via Stepping Stones
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# 🌳Hiking: Box Hill and Headley Heath, returning via Stepping Stones
Join us for a scenic circular hike through the Surrey Hills, exploring Box Hill and Headley Heath before returning across the iconic Stepping Stones over the River Mole.
## At a glance
📅 🕘 Date and time: Sunday 22 November 2026, meet at 08:45 for a 09:00 start
📍 Start and finish: National Trust Visitor Centre/Cafe at the top of Box Hill.
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Route: A circular walk taking in Box Hill and Headley Heath, then descending towards the River Mole and returning via the Stepping Stones with a climb back to the top.
Distance and duration: 15.5 km/ 10 miles, 5.5 to 6 hours.
Cost: £15
Booking: Guided Walks Surrey | Explore Nature with WalkTalkSurrey
## Trail Notes & Tips
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging, with sustained climbs and descents, uneven woodland paths and potentially muddy ground.
Stepping Stones: The crossing may be slippery or impassable when river levels are high.
Refreshments: Café at the National Trust centre at the top of Box Hill.
What to bring: Sturdy waterproof walking boots, waterproof jacket and trousers, warm layers, warm hat and gloves, water, lunch and snacks.
## Landscape and Route Highlights
Box Hill: Enjoy a mixture of wooded slopes, chalk grassland and far-reaching viewpoints across the Surrey Hills.
Headley Heath: Cross open heathland, woodland and quiet trails through this varied National Trust landscape.
River Mole and Stepping Stones: Finish with the memorable riverside approach and, when conditions allow, the classic stepping-stone crossing beneath Box Hill.
## Ready to Walk?
Come along and enjoy a wonderful autumn day in the Surrey Hills, with beautiful views, varied trails and the unforgettable Stepping Stones to round off the adventure. Bring your walking boots, wrap up for the weather and join us for a friendly, rewarding hike!