Surrey Hills National Landscape

Box Hill in Surrey is a beautiful place to visit, especially if you enjoy nature, walking, and stunning views. The panoramic scenery from the top is breathtaking, and on a clear day, you can see far across the Surrey Hills. The area has well-marked walking trails, from gentle family-friendly paths to more challenging hikes through the woodland. The woodland itself is peaceful and full of wildlife, making it a lovely escape from busy city life. There are picnic areas where you can relax, and it’s also dog-friendly, so great if you want to bring your pet along. The Old Fort adds a bit of history to the visit, and the National Trust café nearby is handy for snacks or a warm drink after a walk. Parking is available, and the site is managed by the National Trust, so it feels safe and well looked after. Overall, Box Hill is a fantastic spot for fresh air, exercise, and enjoying the beauty of the English countryside.

Beautiful area with superb scenery and extensive views from the numerous hilltop viewpoints. Idyllic villages, quaint local architecture, lovely churches and varied landscapes ranging from chalk downland to sandy heaths make it a fine place to escape the bustle of surrounding towns and cities. There are countless opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding, and the extensive tree coverage provides plenty of shade for dogs during the summer months. The main visitor attractions are generally maintained to a very high standard, with provision for parking, cafés and well signposted trails. Look beyond the popular attractions and there are some hidden gems to be found, with sprawling heathlands and rocky hills more similar to Dorset than anywhere in southeast England. It's worth doing some research and heading off the beaten path, as the best known places can get very busy on weekends. Of all the scenic regions I've visited in southeast England, the Surrey Hills has a consistency of beauty through the landscape and villages that few can match. It's worth visiting in every season, with beautiful bluebells in spring, swathes of purple heather in summer and stunning autumn colours. For a very pleasant woodland walk interspersed with great views, and a stop for lunch at a country pub, it's hard to beat.

The trail offers breathtaking views of the nature, unique opportunity to connect with nature, breathe fresh air, and appreciate the beauty of the outdoors.The sun shone brilliantly, The area is surrounded by scenery of outstanding natural beauty. The whole landscape was bathed in a warm, inviting glow, a scene that felt both serene and awe-inspiring. It really helps us to reconnect with ourself taking time out from mundane things we do keep the life moving.

Lovely anytime of year as the colours change with the sessions....

Absolutely beautiful place. We have biggish dog and its always hard to find places to stay with no leashe. It was lots of dogs around, but the father you go, less crowd you have. Big park! Definitely recommend 👌 Free parking and they have coffee place there.

This is one the best national parks I've been to in England it is so peaceful and calm the view from here is fantastic you can see the city and the small village from the hill it is also fun because you can roll down the hill or go for a picnic. It's a national park you can also have a small hike there if you want l. There is a small river there too and you can have a walk there too so much wildlife full of nature I hundred percent recommend everyone going there if you do enjoy.

Amazing place to visit with family. We enjoyed lot. Keep a stick with you if you are planning to do trekking towards stepping stone. You can bring some food as well with you as there will be big queue at food stall.

Watched the eclipse from the Surrey Hills. Parking on hogs back (A31) in the layby. Beautiful walk in fields of long wavy grass.