Leith Hill

Surrey

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

near Coldharbour village, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6LU

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View of Leith Hill Tower through the trees in summer

Bookshop
The second hand-books shop can be found in Leith Hill Place.
Car park
You must pay to park here (members park free). You need to validate your parking at a machine or on the JustPark app. There is no phone signal, so download and set up the app before your visit. £2 up to 1 hour. £4 up to 2 hours. £6 up to 4 hours. £9 all day. No overnight parking or camping. JustPark location ID: Rhododendron Wood: 80612. Landslip: 80601.
Car park - more information
Dogs allowed
Well-controlled dogs are welcome across the estate. Please keep them on a lead when around grazing livestock and also in the fenced Duke's Warren during ground-nesting bird season (1 March - 31 July). Well-behaved dogs on leads are also welcome inside Leith Hill Place.
Dogs allowed - more information
Kiosk
At the base of the Tower there is a servery selling hot and cold drinks (not National Trust).
Tea-room
The Kitchen at Leith Hill Place serves a selection of cakes and scones as well as hot and cold drinks.
Toilet
Toilets are available at Leith Hill Place during house opening times.
Steep routes with steps and uneven surfaces. Leith Hill Place is partly accessible. Spiral stairs to tower. Blue Badge parking at Leith Hill Place. No toilets
Click here to access the full Accessibility Guide for Leith Hill - AccessAble.co.uk
Designated parking
Two Blue Badge spaces are available at the entrance to Leith Hill Place house.
Drop-off point
At Leith Hill Place house.
Level access/terrain
The ground floor of Leith Hill Place is accessible. There are steps to the first floor and down to the cellar.
Steps/uneven terrain
Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
Off A29/B2126.
Parking: Please use the Rhododendron Wood car park if visiting Leith Hill Place house. For Leith Hill Tower the following car parks can be used: Starveall Corner car park – footpath to tower ¾ mile, easy walking. Windy Gap car park – footpath to tower ¼ mile, steep steps. Landslip car park – footpath to tower ¾ mile, steep gradient. See more details under ‘Facilities’.
Sat Nav: If visiting Leith Hill Place, please use postcode: RH5 6LU for Rhododendron Wood car park (nearest car park).
On foot
comprehensive network of rights of way, including the Greensand Way National Trail
By train
Holmwood 2½ miles, Dorking 5½ miles, Ockley 4 miles. There is a walk from Holmwood station to Leith Hill available via this external website - http://www.walkingclub.org.uk/book_1/walk_42/
By bus
Nearest location served by bus - Holmbury St Mary 2½ miles.
Cycling
many rights of way

Exploring the estate at Leith Hill

Find out what to do in the great outdoors at Leith Hill in the Surrey Hills. Walk a trail, stroll in the colourful woods or look out for wildlife as you explore.

View of the steps to Leith Hill Tower surrounded by heather and trees

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.

Close-up view of a brown and white dog, held on a lead, with fallen leaves on the ground, at Clent Hills, Worcestershire

Events at Leith Hill Place

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

Leith Hill Place

** PLEASE NOTE: Leith Hill Place is now closed for its winter break. It will reopen in summer 2026 ** 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.

Visiting Leith Hill Tower

** PLEASE NOTE: Leith Hill Tower is now closed for its winter break. It will reopen in summer 2026**. 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

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 twelve 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.