Bluebell Walk

Croydon Group

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Overview

A walk through Banstead Woods to enjoy the bluebells. Morning circular - part of figure of 8 walk. This morning 5 miles and pm 4.5 miles.

Sunday, 3 May 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Accessible by public transport
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 27299 58292
Nearest postcode:: CR5 3NR
what3words:: push.rail.boxing

Start time:: 10:00 am

Banstead Woods CP, free. EC 9:31 (arrive Chipstead 9:55) Chipstead Station 5 minutes walk to CP.

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