Quiet & Hidden Hindhead

Guildford Group

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Overview

Enjoy the silent & hidden spaces at Hindhead Common Punch Bowl. Lots of ups & downs on unknown paths. Visiting Polecat Valley, parts of the Greensand Way, Sugar Loaf Hill, Highcombe and Hyde Hill before returning to the main car park. Good tracks that could be muddy after heavy rain. Poles recommended.

Saturday, 21 March 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:: 457.2m / 1500ft
Type:: circular

Picnic/cafe at the end of the walk. Bring a picnic lunch.

Parking free for National Trust members. Non members have to pay to park.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available
Car sharing available
Dog friendly
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 89028 35732
Nearest postcode:: GU26 6AG
what3words:: represent.wicket.shocks

Start time:: 10:00 am

Main car park at National Trust Hindhead Common & Punch Bowl. South from Guildford on A3; follow signs for Punch Bowl after the tunnel.

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