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Mole Valley Ramblers offers friendly walking in the heart of Surrey. We provide a wide and varied programme of led group walks, to which all are welcome.

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Overview

A varied walk, taking in Holmwood Common, Redland Wood and Abinger Forest.  Coffee break at Coldharbour where there is an opportunity to buy refreshments from the shop.  A couple of steep ascents and decents and a few styles.  888ft ascent.

Wednesday, 15 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
270.7m / 888ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 18299 45401
Nearest postcode:
RH5 4NX
what3words:
tinsel.bolts.exchanges
Start time:
10:00 am

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.75 per month
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