Surrey Hills

Surrey Explorer: Climbs, Views & Lanes

A medium distance varied cycling route through the Surrey Hils.

Key Route Details

Distance: 82km
Elevation Gain: 1036m
Start/Finish: The Coppernose, Hampton Court, London
Highlights: the Shere Woodlands, Leith Hill
Terrain: Hills

This scenic cycling route through the Surrey Hills takes in the climb up through the Shere Woodlands, Holmbury Hill and Leith Hill before the long descent down through Redlands Wood.

Suggested coffee stop: The Coffeee Stop at Polesden Lacy (59km)

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LINKS: Route Book | Club Rides | Join London Dynamo

ARTICLES:

Top 10 Toughest Climbs in the Surrey Hills (Part 1)

Best Cycling Routes In and Around London: From Beginners to Experts

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