Walking & Hiking in Surrey

Leave the stresses of town or city life behind you and head out for a walk in the big, green, open spaces for which Surrey is so famous.

From heathland and woodland walks to canal and riverside strolls, Surrey has wonderful walking routes through some of the south east's most picturesque and unspoilt countryside. Surrey is a hikers and walkers paradise.

From the 153 mile, long distance hiking trail of the North Downs Way, which begins in Farnham and tracks through stunning countryside, and the fabulous Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, to casual rambles and short walking routes, getting out on two feet offers you the best way to see and appreciate all that Surrey has to offer.

From short strolls to longer more challenging routes, here are a selection of suggested Surrey walking guides in our beautiful county:

 

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Enjoy this easy walk and discover some of Guildford’s special little hidden gems. This walk is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund,   Distance:  2 miles (1.5 hours) Start: Tunsgate Arch, High Street, Guildford…

Enjoy this one-hour easy walk discovering water meadows, ponds and a wide range of waterfowl.  This walk is funded by the UK government through the by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.   Distance:  2.5 miles (4 kms)  Allow 1 hour   Start and…

Enjoy this one-hour easy walk around one of Surrey’s best ‘foodie’ villages, featuring four historic pubs, a 16th century coaching inn, lots of award-winning cafes and restaurants and the famous Ripley Farmers' Market. A really great walk for families…

Pack a picnic and explore the stunning local countryside

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