Surrey Hills

The Barhatch Blinder

A moderately challenging cycling route through the Surrey Hills.

Key Route Details

  • Distance: 79km
  • Elevation Gain: 1040m
  • Start/Finish: The Coppernose, Hampton Court, London
  • Highlights: the Barhatch Lane climb.
  • Terrain: Hills (moderately challenging)

The Barhatch Blinder is a four-hill cycling route in the Surrey Hills: Staple Lane, Row Lane, Barhatch Lane and Whitedown Lane.

Suggested café stop: Abinger Tea Rooms (52 km)

 

 

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