Surrey

Leith Hill

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
There are 4 car parks at Leith Hill. The Rhododendron car park is recommended when visiting Leith HIll Place: free for NT members or Paybyphone: £1.50 per hour for first 2 hours; £4 for up to 4 hours; £6 for 5 hours and more. It is advisable to download the Paybyphone app before visiting.
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.
Kiosk
At the base of the Tower there is a servery selling hot and cold drinks (not NT).
Tea-room
The Kitchen at Leith Hill Place serves a selection of home-made cakes and scones as well as hot and cold drinks.
Toilet
Only 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
Limited Blue Badge spaces available at the entrance to Leith Hill Place.
Drop-off point
At Leith Hill Place.
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. No vehicle access to top of tower. The following car parks can be used if visiting the tower (please note the distances and accessibility): 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.
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

Opening times for 19 May 2025
Asset	Opening time
Countryside	Dawn - Dusk
Tower tea kiosk	10:00 - 15:00
Tower	Closed
House	Closed
Kitchen	Closed

House
Ticket type	With Gift Aid	Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)		£5.50
Child (5-17) under 5s free		£2.75

Tower
Ticket type	With Gift Aid	Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)		£3.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free		£1.00

Combined (House and Tower)
Ticket type	With Gift Aid	Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)		£6.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free		£3.00

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

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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Events at Leith Hill Place

With a packed programme of events, there’s so much to see and do at Leith Hill. From free photography workshops 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.

Beech trees in soft sunlight, amongst the woodlands of Alderley Edge

How to Read a Tree with Tristan Dooley

Thu 22 May, 5.30-6.30pm. Which way now? From the feel of a rock to a glance at the moon, award- winning writer and natural navigator, Tristan Gooley Introduces the rare and ancient art of finding your way using nature's own signposts. In this fascinating talk at Leith Hill Place, discover how trees can help you find your way in the countryside and how it's possible to find north simply by looking at a puddle. £8 per person. Booking essential

Man walking across the common with two blonde labrador retrievers on leads

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Visiting the Surrey Hills with your dog

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A smiling group in running gear run 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.