Hiking Challenge: 18mile Surrey Seven Summits
Box Hill meeting point by Ryka's Café (start); finish at Hurtwood Hotel, Peaslake, Dorking · 24 October 2026
Image: Box Hill meeting point by Ryka's Café (start); finish at Hurtwood Hotel, PeaslakeImage: Box Hill meeting point by Ryka's Café (start); finish at Hurtwood Hotel, Peaslake
A guided 18.5-mile hike through the Surrey Hills on 24 October 2026, taking in seven summits including Box Hill, Leith Hill, Holmbury Hill and Pitch Hill. Walkers start by Ryka's Café at Box Hill and finish at the Hurtwood Hotel in Peaslake, taking roughly 7.5 to 8 hours at a steady pace. It suits experienced walkers who are comfortable with a long, challenging route and remote sections.
Highlights
- Seven summits across the Surrey Hills, 18.5 miles (30km)
- Starts at Box Hill, finishes at Hurtwood Hotel, Peaslake
- £30 per person, food and drink not included, booking recommended
Getting there
Box Hill meeting point by Ryka's Café (start); finish at Hurtwood Hotel, Peaslake, RH5 6BY
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