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Leith Hill

Surrey

Come and explore the trails through woodland, heathland and farmland, all with exceptional views.

near Coldharbour village, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6LU

View of Leith Hill Tower through the trees in summer

Important notice

Leith Hill Place and Leith Hill Tower are open this weekend, but road closures are in place. Access to Rhododendron car park and the house itself is available from Coldharbour Road or Leith Hill Lane from South side up the hill.

Planning your visit

Things to do at Leith Hill 

Enjoy a day at Leith Hill this summber. Climb Leith Hill tower and admire the far-reaching views towards London and the coast, enjoy a walk in the countryside and relax in Leith Hill Place, a family home which inspired famous people such as Ralph Vaughan Williams and Charles Darwin. The tower and the house are open every weekend until 27 October.

Visitors at Leith Hill Tower, Surrey. Two people are sitting on a bench with their dog and two bikes.

Leith Hill Place 

Step inside this welcoming home. Childhood home of one of England’s greatest composers, Ralph Vaughan Williams and often visited by Charles Darwin, Leith Hill Place is place of inspiration, discovery and creativity.

View of front exterior of Leith Hill Place, with pink rhododendrons along the drive and a bright pink door.

Visiting Leith Hill Tower 

Visit Leith Hill Tower on the Leith Hill estate. Climb the 78 spiral steps and discover the incredible views from the highest point in south-east England.

Leith Hill Tower, an 18th-century Gothic folly, built of stone with battlements, at Leith Hill, Surrey

Events at Leith Hill Place 

With a packed programme of events, there’s so much to see and do at Leith Hill. From free yoga and guided walks, to children’s storytelling, art workshops and atmospheric evening concerts in the house, find out more about what’s coming up this season.

Two women are doing yoga positions, kneeling with one hand and the opposite foot in the air. They are on a green lawn surrounded by foliage.

Visiting the Surrey Hills with your dog 

Surrey Hills is a one pawprint rated place. With a wide variety of paths and open spaces, the Surrey Hills are an ideal place to bring your dog for a walk. Here’s what to keep in mind to keep your dog and others safe.

Couple walking with dog through woodland

Planning an event in the Surrey Hills?

If you would like to host an event on National Trust land, or your sporting event includes routes on National Trust land, please email us at: surreyhills@nationaltrust.org.uk. Please contact us at least eight weeks before the event date. We know how important events are to organisers and participants. Please help us ensure events are safe and legal for both participants and our visitors.

A smiling group in running gear run through woodland
Two visitors walking in the garden, both laughing whilst holding an ice cream at Cliveden in Buckinghamshire

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