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North Downs Way from Guildford to Dorking as part of Guildford Walkfest

12th September 2025, 09:15 - 17:15

North Downs Way from Guildford to Dorking

Friday 12 September 2025

9.15am – 5.15pm

Many people consider this 14 mile walk to be the most interesting Surrey section of the North Downs Way. With wonderful and varied scenery plus the distant vistas from various viewpoints, this walk makes a fitting highlight of the 2025 Guildford Walkfest.

Much of the route is on footpaths and bridleways along the chalk of the North Downs. Your walk leaders have walked this route on numerous occasions and are “North Downs Way Ambassadors” so you can expect to learn numerous snippets of information as we stop periodically to catch our breath, enjoy the views and investigate our surroundings.

The walk will end at Denbies Vineyard, Dorking RH5 6AA to allow for easy access to public transport or car pick-up. Dorking Deepdene Station is approx. 1 mile (1.6km) from the end point of the walk for those wishing to catch a train back to Guildford. (NB there is a pub close to the station for those wanting additional refreshments / toilets whilst awaiting the next train.)

This is an all-day walk with steep climbs to St Martha’s Church and Newlands Corner. Apart from the Newlands Corner stop, there are no toilets or refreshment facilities on route.

You will need to bring your own picnic and plenty of fluids.

.Meeting Point:  Guildford Railway Station, GU1 4UT at 9.15am for a 9.30am start

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Due to the length of this walk, dogs are not permitted.

This walk is classes as Challenging.and good quality walking shoes/boots are essential.

Length of walk: 14 miles (22.5k)

This walk is not suitable for those with mobility issues, children or pushchairs.

No refreshments included. One refreshment stop at Newlands Corner. Bring own picnic lunch and lots of liquid

The cost is free but you must book your ticket by pressing the brown button below.

Deadline for booking 9 September 2025

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