Leith Hill & Tower

Leith Hill Tower

Type: Viewpoint

The highest point in south east England, Leith Hill is crowned by an 18C Gothic Tower, with panoramic views north to London and south to the English Channel. There are colourful displays of rhododendrons and bluebells in May and June. Rugged countryside provides exhilarating walking in woodland and over heathland and farmland.  Please note:  Leith Hill Tower is open all Bank Holidays except for Christmas Day.  The opening times displayed below refer to Leith Hill Tower only.  The countryside surrounding Leith Hill Tower is accessible throughout the year.

Leith Hill Tower is open on Wednesdays from April to end of October.

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Ticket Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult Ticket: Leith Hill Tower£1.30 per ticket
Child Ticket: Leith Hill Tower£0.70 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Opening Times

2012 (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012)

* Tower closed 25 December - For opening times in school holidays please visit the website.

Contact Details

Leith Hill Lane
Holmbury St Mary
Dorking
Surrey
RH5 6LY

Tel: +44 01306 712711

Awards

  • Tourism South East Award -Tourism South East Member Tourism South East Member 2011

Facilities

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside
  • Outdoor Attraction

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (charge) - £2.00 in nearby Rhodondendron Wood car park.
  • Parking (free) - Some roadside parking available at bottom of hill.

Catering

  • On-Site cafe/restaurant - Servery at Leith Hill Tower. Light refreshments when tower open, may be closed in bad weather.

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted - Please contact for details
  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals - Run throughout the year - please see website for further details.

Road Directions

1 mile south west of Coldharbour A29/B2126.

Public Transport Directions

By foot: comprehensive network of rights of way including the Greensand Way National Trail linking to Leith Hill.

By cycle: many rights of way lead to the tower.

Bus: Arriva 21 Guildford - Dorking (passing close to Guildford Railway station - not Sundays or Bank Holidays).