Merstham to Epsom Downs

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Overview

A moderate walk in the North Downs and Surrey heathland.

Saturday, 13 September 2025

Start time:: 10:11 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 17.2km / 10.7mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

In the morning we follow the North Downs Way climbing steadily. We will pass through the popular viewpoint at Reigate Hill. The afternoon is flatter crossing Banstead Common and Wilton Downs before finishing at Tattenham Corner Station.

I will be doing a recce for the walk during the week commencing Monday 1 September. I will be providing further information and travel arrangements after that so please check the website again for updates before you decide to come.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 29164 53285
Nearest postcode:: RH1 3AP
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Start time:: 10:11 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:: TQ 22612 58127
Nearest postcode:: KT18 5QD
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Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

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