Newlands Corner
Albury, Guildford
Photo: Colin Smith, CC BY-SA 2.0Photo: Colin Smith, CC BY-SA 2.0
A chalk viewpoint more than 170 metres up on the North Downs, looking south over the Tillingbourne valley to the Greensand Ridge. It has 415 acres of downland and woodland, a Discovery Centre, a natural play area and three waymarked trails.
Highlights
- Wide views from the top of the North Downs
- Ancient Yew Tree boardwalk
- Natural play area and Discovery Centre
- Deer trail of six miles taking in St Martha's Hill and the Silent Pool
Good to know
- Dogs are welcome under close control and on paths
- The North Downs Way passes through and the Downs Link starts here
- Spring bluebells and autumn colour are the seasonal highlights
Getting there
Newlands Corner, Albury Downs Car Park, Drove Road, near Guildford, Surrey, GU4 8SEParking: Free car parks at Albury Downs (Drove Road, GU4 8SE) and White Lane (GU5 9BQ). A 1.9-metre height barrier applies at the overflow car park.
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