Walk Box Hill and the Pilgrims' Way
Start on the Mole Gap Trail, a flat dual-width path that winds past a vineyard and brings you to the Pilgrims' Way. From there, the real adventure begins: cross the wide road using the reputedly monk-laid stepping stones at Westhumble, then climb Box Hill itself. The reward is a 180-degree view that sweeps across London and Surrey. On the way, detour 500m west to see Westhumble's Norman chapel—a small, cobbled-together stone building that anchors this quiet corner. If you cycle instead of walk, the London-Surrey Cycle Classic loops show off the quirky chalets and coloured stone buildings of tiny Mickleham across the valley, and the famous zig-zag climb that makes this stretch legendary among riders. The path is free and open year-round, though snow is rare except in mid-January.
- Westhumble offers a Norman chapel 500m west of the main trail crossing
- Box Hill delivers panoramic views over London and Surrey from its summit
- The stepping stones at Westhumble cross under the road and are said to be monk-laid
- Mickleham, just north across the chapel, has distinctive chalets and stone buildings reminiscent of Alpine villages
Tour Denbies Vineyard and Taste Surrey Wine
Denbies Vineyard offers winery tours, a 360-degree cinema experience about vineyard and wine-making, and cellar tours. The vineyard runs 50-minute train tours during summer months, giving you a different perspective on the vines and landscape. You can taste wines with your tour (sparkling wine or wine and food pairings available), then eat at the on-site restaurants, which serve lunch daily and dinner Thursday to Saturday evenings. If you want to stay longer, the property includes a luxury farmhouse for overnight guests. Tours cost £9.95 for the basic option, £14.00 with sparkling wine, or £16.00 with wine and food.
- Winery and cellar tours available, with 360-degree cinema about wine-making
- Summer train tours (50 minutes) loop through the vineyard
- Restaurants on-site serve lunch daily and dinner Thursday to Saturday
- Luxury farmhouse accommodation available on the property
- Hours: 9:30 AM–5:30 PM daily; private evening tours at 7:30 PM
Explore the Savill Garden in Englefield Green
Thirty-five acres of interconnected gardens spread across the Savill Garden near Camberley. It is described as "Britain's finest ornamental garden" and includes a restaurant and the Royal Landscape shopping area. The garden is accessible from the M25 (Junction 14) heading towards Camberley on the A30, or by bus from Egham railway station. Admission is £6.50 in winter and £8.50 in summer, with discounts available; entry is free in January and February. Hours are 10 AM to 4 PM (closing at 4:30 PM).
- 35 acres of interconnecting gardens and ornamental plantings
- On-site restaurant and Royal Landscape shopping
- Signposted from the A30 towards Camberley; buses run from Egham railway station
- Winter admission £6.50; summer £8.50; free in January and February
Watch County Cricket at The Oval
Surrey CCC plays cricket at The Oval, located in the Lambeth district (now part of London but historically part of Surrey). This is a chance to catch domestic cricket in a storied ground and follow one of England's oldest county cricket teams.
- Surrey County Cricket Club's home ground
- Located in Lambeth (historically part of Surrey)
Cycle or Hike the Mole Gap Trail
The low, flat Mole Gap Trail is ideal for cyclists and walkers of varying abilities. It runs past vineyards and connects to the Pilgrims' Way, one of Surrey's most scenic long-distance paths. The trail is part of an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways across the county, including the North Downs Way, a scenic long-distance path that traverses the chalk escarpment dividing Surrey's busy north from its quieter rural south. The area around Box Hill and the Mole Gap is particularly rewarding, with villages like Mickleham and Westhumble offering stops along the way.
- Mole Gap Trail: flat, dual-width path suitable for walkers and cyclists
- North Downs Way: long-distance scenic path crossing the county
- Extensive network of footpaths and bridleways throughout the county
- Accessible year-round; free to use
Surrey's mix of wooded hills, river valleys, and country gardens makes it easy to escape London's weight while staying within reach. Start with Box Hill's views or a morning at Denbies Vineyard, then move on to the Savill Garden or a long walk through the Pilgrims' Way. There is enough green space, trails, and working countryside here to spend days exploring without repeating yourself.