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Spectacular escarpment with sweeping views across the Weald

This stretch of the North Downs is good walking country with flower-sprinkled grasslands and quiet shady woods. A lovely spot too for family picnics and games.

Sitting proud at the top of the Hill is the 19th-century Reigate Fort. The fort commands a historic defensive position looking out over the weald towards the South Downs.

The chalk downland is home to many rare wild flowers and insects, including the vibrant Adonis Blue butterfly.

To the east Gatton Park nestles serenely into the North Downs. The lush pastures, mighty trees and sparkling lakes, designed by Lancelot Capability Brown, are stunning.

Reigate Hill and Gatton Park is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

 

Bluebells at Gatton Park

English bluebells carpet the woodland at Gatton Park

Glorious woodland carpeted in a sea of sweet-smelling bluebells - one of nature's amazing antidotes to a hectic world. Step out, breathe deep and don't forget the camera.

Frontline Surrey Hills

Step back in time and find out more

Thanks to the lovely people at the Heritage Lottery Fund, we'll be able to open Reigate Fort more frequently. If you'd like to volunteer to help us with this, please email paul.bowen@surreycc.gov.uk.

Discover Gatton Park

Summer views across the lush green parkland © Andrew Butler

Lancelot 'Capability' Brown created this beautiful parkland during the 1760s. It's a lovely spot to walk the dog and run around with the children. We look after it with the Gatton Trust.

50 things to do before you're 11 ¾

50 Things To Do © National Trust

Breezy days on Reigate Hill make kite flying such fun! Pack your kite, a pair of binoculars and a round of sandwiches and you're set for a brilliant day out.