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Free guided walks in the Surrey Hills

Visitors taking part in a guided walk around Tarn Hows, Cumbria
Join a guided walk in the Surrey Hills | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Whether you’re looking for a gentle stroll, a longer hike or a walk about the wildlife, history or famous people associated with the Surrey Hills, we’ve got a packed programme of guided walks throughout the year. All walks are free, but please book online so we know how many people are coming - thank you.

Box Hill guided walks

Discovering Box Hill

Join us for a gentle guided walk and talk around the top of Box Hill. Discover more about its history, geology and why it's a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Box Hill guided hike

This 10km circular walk explores the less visited parts of Box Hill while at the same time takes in the stunning views from this famous hill.

Box Hill social walk

Meet new people and discover the beauty of Box Hill's woodlands and famous views on this relaxed walk around the top of the hill. Led by our knowledgable guide, this three-mile gentle stroll is suitable for both new and seasoned walkers. 

View of Hindhead Commons and the Devil's Punch Bowl, Surrey in autumn
Autumn at Hindhead Commons and the Devil's Punch Bowl | © National Trust Images/John Miller

Hindhead guided walks

The Devil's Punch Bowl nature walk and Free Friday walks

Find out more about the plants and wildlife at Hindhead on these regular guided walks around the Commons. No need to book, but please see link for details.

View of Leith Hill Tower through the trees in summer
View of Leith Hill Tower | © National Trust Images/Jo Hatcher

Leith HIll guided walks

Nature's bounty guided walk

Sat 18 Oct, 11am-1pm

This 2.5-mile (4 km) walk around Leith Hill is designed to be easy and enjoyable, so you can meet new people, discover new places, and gain confidence with walking in the countryside.

A view Headley Heath in summer with blue skies and green vegetation
Headley Heath in summer | © National Trust Images/Gary Cosham

Headley Heath history walks

Eighty years ago, Headley Heath played a major role in the training of Secret Operations Executive  (SOE) agents and was also the training ground for the Canadian miitary in preparation for the D-Day landings. Join a guided walk and discover how this military history has shaped the landscape we see today.

Archaeology walk on Headley Heath

Fri 14 Nov, 11am-1pm

Led by National Trust archaeologist, James Brown, explore the landscape with new eyes and discover the past stories of the heath.

Footpath in spring across Witley Common, south west of Guildford, Surrey
Footpath in spring across Witley Common | © National Trust Images/David Sellman

Witley Common guided walk

Immerse yourself in Witley Commons' abundance of nature and wildlife and discover its forgotten folklore of on this relaxed guided walk. The walk talks place on regular Saturdays throughout the year. No need to book but please check the link for details.

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Surrey Hills podcasts: A walk with a ranger 

Tune into the Surrey Hills podcasts, 'A walk with the ranger' filled with stories about history and nature from the places in our care.

Ranger walking along a path in the woods together with a sound recorder holding a microphone, and an interviewer

Guided walks on (and off) the River Wey 

This year we've got a packed programme of free guided walks led by the River Wey volunteers. With walks of different lengths, do join us to explore both the towpath as well as the surrounding countryside while enjoying fresh air and great company!

Walks volunteers at Walsham Lock