Castle and Cows - Betchworth in stile(s)

Mole Valley Group

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Overview

A short walk up to Betchworth castle for a dash of history, then a walk over a cattle farm with around 5 stiles returning at the back of Deepdene.

Monday, 24 November 2025

Start time:: 2:00 pm
Estimated finish time:: 4:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 5.8km / 3.6mi
Ascent:: 97.5m / 320ft
Type:: circular

Inclines up gentle, down more obvious but not steep.

Most walkers will not require poles.

No sit down break, but pauses for water, disrobing and appreciation of nature and vista.

Mostly paved, 1/3 walk in fields so footwear to suit recent rain

Dogs on leads in two sections at owner's request, stiles have dog egress.

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 18393 50214
Nearest postcode:: RH4 1NU
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Start time:: 2:00 pm

Hilliers Garden Centre Please park on left furthest from the Centre.

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