Surrey Hills

Leith Hill Circuit

A Surrey Hills cycling route to Leith Hill

Key Route Details

  • Distance: 80km
  • Elevation Gain: 926m
  • Start/Finish: The Coppernose, Hampton Court, London
  • Highlights: Leith Hill
  • Terrain: Hills

This fast-flowing 80km Leith Hill Circuit cycling route starts in Hampton Court before heading into the Surrey Hills to Shere via Newlands Corner, before heading further south. It turns the corner in Leith Hill Wood before climbing Leith Hill from the south. After ascending to Ranmore common the route heads back to London.

Suggested café stop: Heartwork Café Bar (36 km)

 

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