Box Hill, Surrey
Hiking Route
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A short Discovering Britain walk exploring Box Hill
moderate
Distance 1.9 km
0:36 h
75 m
70 m
181 m
106 m
A short journey from London and the suburbs, the Surrey Hills are some of southern England’s most accessible countryside. Box Hill is one of their most popular spots.
The summit is famous for its spectacular views. Meanwhile the surrounding slopes, woods and riverbank are ideal for walking, cycling and family days out.
This short walk explores why Box Hill looks the way it does, how it was created in the first place, and why we can all enjoy it today.
View and print off the route for free at Discovering Britain.
The summit is famous for its spectacular views. Meanwhile the surrounding slopes, woods and riverbank are ideal for walking, cycling and family days out.
This short walk explores why Box Hill looks the way it does, how it was created in the first place, and why we can all enjoy it today.
View and print off the route for free at Discovering Britain.
Author
Royal Geographical SocietyUpdate: October 10, 2018
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Highest point
181 m
Lowest point
106 m
Start
Coordinates:
OS Grid
TQ 17969 51173
DD
51.247542, -0.311167
DMS
51°14'51.2"N 0°18'40.2"W
UTM
30U 687653 5680788
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Coordinates
OS Grid
TQ 17969 51173
DD
51.247542, -0.311167
DMS
51°14'51.2"N 0°18'40.2"W
UTM
30U 687653 5680788
w3w
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
1.9 km
Duration
0:36 h
Ascent
75 m
Descent
70 m
Highest point
181 m
Lowest point
106 m
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Descent
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