Activities page at Box Hill

Whether you'd rather challenge yourself to a good, long walk or spend the day climbing bridges, spotting orchids or building dens with your family, you'll definitely have a fun-filled day at Box Hill.

Walkers at Box Hill in the snow — Discover a winter wonderland at Box Hill

Christmas school holidays at Box Hill

You'll find plenty of opportunities to explore, run, walk or even roll down the hill at Box Hill. Take a look at some of our favourite things to see and do and see what you can add to the list.

Walking trail

Box Hill train to stepping stones walk

Box Hill, Surrey

This walk starts at the lovely Victorian station of Box Hill and Westhumble and then climbs up to the peak of Box Hill. Enjoy the stunning and famous views before coming down and crossing the River Mole.

Moderate
2 hours
3.0 miles (4.8km)

Dog walking at Dunstable Downs Bedfordshire

Walking feature

Walking your dog on the Surrey Hills

Box Hill, Surrey

Explore some of the best places to walk with your dog, from heathland to woodland, via some great rivers to splash in. Head over to our noticeboards to pick up a dog walking guide and find out the best routes for your four-legged friend.

Walking trail

Box Hill Juniper Top circular walk

Box Hill, Surrey

Starting at the top of Box hill with stupendous views as far as the South Downs, this walks takes you to the north side of Box Hill with stunning views over the valleys and tops of the North Downs. Wonderful in all seasons, it is especially beautiful in spring when the bluebells appear in the woods.

Moderate
2 hours
4.0 miles (6.4km)

Family on a winter walk through woodland

Walking trail

Whitehill to Mickleham walk

Box Hill, Surrey

A glorious woodland walk, with magnificent views and a pub stop at The Running Horses on the way round. Lovely in every season, some slopes but well worth the climb.

Moderate
1 hour 30 mins
3.85 miles (6.15km)

Walking trail

Box Hill Stepping Stones walk

Box Hill, Surrey

Enjoy the views of the Surrey Hills, pass by one of Box Hill's oldest buildings, the Fort, and take in one of Surrey's iconic landmarks, the Stepping Stones.

Moderate
1 hour 30 mins
2.0 miles (3.2km)

Sun setting over a view of Broadwood's Tower at Box Hill, Surrey

Walking trail

Box Hill Happy Valley circular walk

Box Hill, Surrey

The route takes in some of Box Hill's hidden woodland and Broadwood's Tower, with some wonderful views of the Surrey countryside along the way - there are a series of steep steps part way round this route.

Moderate
1 hour 30 mins
2.7 miles (4.3km)

Walking trail

The hilltop stroll at Box Hill

Box Hill, Surrey

Take in some of Surrey's finest views and marvel at the hidden history of Box Hill.

Easy
30 mins
1.0 mile (1.6km)

Tank Traps along the river Mole in Surrey

Walking trail

Box Hill Riverside Walk

Box Hill, Surrey

The Riverside walk follows a glorious stretch of the river Mole as well as taking you through rare grasslands, ancient woodland and past some unusual Second World War structures.

Moderate
1 hour 30 mins
3.0 miles (4.8km)

A little girl balances on a fallen tree at our natural play trail at Box Hill in Surrey

Walking trail

Box Hill's Natural Play Trail

Box Hill, Surrey

Our Natural Play Trail is full of hidden surprises and opportunities for you to practise everything from balancing to den making. This easy two-mile level walk is great for adventurous toddlers.