Activities in Surrey

Jump in the saddle, pull on those boots, get behind the wheel or venture out into the vast woodland that Surrey is so famous for.

The perfect adventure playground and just 30 minutes from London, Surrey is loved by anyone looking to get amongst nature, try something different and escape into wide and open rolling countryside.

If cycling is your passion, there's no better place to indulge than Surrey. A popular destination for mountain bikers and road cyclists alike.

For those looking for a guided discovery in and around the Surrey Hills both on road and off by bike, Rocks and Road offer routes structured around your appetite, full days & half days, challenging or just enough to get you started out.

If you are searching for a mainly off-road long distance path to enjoy, The Downs Link, a 37 mile route of a disused railway line from St Martha's near Guildford to Shore-by-Sea.  Cycle the route in stages or go for it!  Perfect for a family challenge. Take a look at the Downs Link 6 Stage Route Guide. 

For those seeking thrills, Surrey is a playground of activities - with 3 amazing outdoor tree-top adventure grounds, Go Ape, Skywalk Adventure and Wild Wood Adventure offering a fun and exhilarating adventure that lets your ride through the air while attached to cable lines, in the safety of a harness.  With paintballing at Campaign Paintball and Laser  Park, and indoor climbing at Craggy Island Climbing Centre the hardnest part is choosing your favourite!

There is also an option to explore parts of Surrey on horseback, courtesy of Slades Farm  It’s thrilling for beginners and experienced riders alike.

In the summer months head to Guildford Lido.  Set in 4½ acres of beautifully landscaped gardens the heated Olympic sized pool is a great place to relax, meet friends, picnic and of course, do some serious swimming!

Although Surrey is abounds with outdoor activities, there are a range of additional sports and leisure facilities that are available to use all year round and are not weather dependant. In Guildford, Spectrum offers bowling, ice-skating a leisure book and boundless activities.  Or head over to Topgolf at Addlestone and challenge your friends and family to an addictive point-scoring game of golf.

At a more leisurely pace, explore the towns of Farnham and Guildford.  Town Guides offer walks through the summer months where you can discover more about these historic towns or take a more specialised walk.   The Guildford Tourist Information Centre has all the information on walks around Guildford!  Head out with map in hand, walk and explore our beautiful county. Truly amazing views await you in the Surrey Hills

Whether it`s indulging your favourite hobby or finding a new one to embark on, you'll discover some great inspiration here to help you unearth all that Surrey has to offer. Keep scrolling for further ideas.

To avoid disappointment, please check the attraction's website before you travel as opening dates and times may change.