We are the Kingston Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
John S.
Our walk begins by following footpaths westward along the Tillingbourne valley into Shere village. We pass several points of interest, including the church of St. James (c. 1190), a village well dug in 1886 into an 18th C. wall and "The Old Prison", early 17th C.
Near the Chantry footbridge and ford we leave the Tillingbourne, following a grassy avenue southward beyond Shere Heath before turning east along a series of paths and lanes via Hoe Farm and the northern edge of Hurt Wood. Then a short section along Sutton Lane to Abinger Common, our lunch stop (pub drinks and toilets available).
During the shorter afternoon route we turn North Westerly, following mostly easy-descending paths with wide views of the North Downs, passing Oxmoor Copse (Woodland Trust) and Southbrook Farm.
A moderate, undulating walk with a few short roadside sections. For further information or for help to travel to the Starting point, 'phone leader 07870 949079.
Toilets available in Shere village and at the lunch stop.
Maps: LR187 or Ex145 / 146
Meet 09:45 Access road to car park, adjacent to Railway bridge
