Reigate and Box Hill Circular, 14 miles, challenging

Calendar

When:

September 24, 2017 @ 10:30 am

2017-09-24T10:30:00+01:00

2017-09-24T10:45:00+01:00

Where:

Reigate Railway Station

Contact:

Paul Keeler

Walk

challenging Greensand Way North Downs Way Views Walk

This attractive circular route on sections of two way-marked trails, the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way. The highest point of this walk is Box Hill, from where there are extensive views across the Weald to the South Downs. The walk will pass through Betchworth and it’s church, St Michael’s, as seen in the movie Four Weddings and a Funeral.

For those wishing to take the train from Reading, the 09:18 arrives into Reigate at 10:26. The walk leader will be on this train.

Please bring snacks and plenty of water for this hilly walk and some lunch at Box Hill.

Possible pub stop in en-route or at Reigate the end. Trains back to Reading are at .23 past the hour.

Sat Nav: RH2 0BD or 51.2421 -0.2042

Grid Ref: TQ254507

Booking onto a walk

Most walks do not require advance booking, and you can just turn up on the day. We encourage those comfortable with Meetup to indicate there that you plan to come though, so that others can see there will be plenty of people there – this really helps to encourage new members to come along.
For the few which still have limited numbers, this is handled via Meetup. Follow the link to a walk’s Meetup page (or press 🎟 Register / 🎟 Tickets / 🎟), and mark yourself as attending.
Social and other events may have their own booking system – please see the event description.

Pace Guide

Gentle: led at a gentle pace with regular short breaks for water or rest. Should be suitable for anyone capable of the distance. (Expect 2–2.5 mph.)
Medium: led at an intermediate pace with fewer breaks but still suitable for most walkers. (Expect 2.5–3 mph.)
Fast: led at a quick pace with minimal breaks. May be a challenge for those with less fitness. (Expect 3 mph+.)

Speeds quoted are only a rough guide, including time spent on short water/rest stops and negotiating stiles/gates/roads etc. but not that spent on longer lunch or pub stops.