West of Southwater

Epsom & Ewell Group

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Overview

Circular walk from Southwater Country Park (re-purposed brickworks) through woodland and farmland, including short stretches of the Downs Link (re-purposed railway) and West Sussex Literary Trail. Could be muddy after rain.

Wednesday, 5 November 2025

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: 143.3m / 470ft
Type:: circular

Stops mid-morning and lunchtime (bring own coffee etc. and a packed lunch).

Cafe at Country Park Cafe at end. (NB Cafe closing time 16:30)

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 16138 25906
Nearest postcode:: RH13 9UN
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Starts at the Southwater Visitor Centre car park, off Station Road near the junction with Cripplegate Lane. Parking charge £1 for the whole day. Park closes at dusk

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