🌳 **Large Group Social Hike** One of our **bigger, more sociable hikes**. Prefer a smaller group? See our standard-size hikes. **Late October is one of the finest times to experience the Surrey Hills as its ancient woodlands turn brilliant shades of gold, amber, copper and crimson.** This route combines colourful woodland, peaceful riverside paths, sandy heathland and panoramic hilltop viewpoints, making it one of the best autumn walks within easy reach of London. 📏 **Key Info:** • Distance: 11 miles (18km) • Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) • Ascent: 370m • Hiking time: 4.5 to 5.5 hours • Cost: £31 (includes guided hike + return train) • Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [[Resale Process](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund. • Toilet Breaks: On the train, nature (woods/bushes) during hike, and at the end pub 📍 **Meeting Point** • Location: Waterloo station. Meet under the main central clock - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Waterloo.jpg) & [PHOTO](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/WaterlooClock.jpg) of the clock • Time: Meet 8:20am, leave 8:45am for the 9:00am train • Return: 5:49pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) 🌟 **Highlights** • Explore the **Surrey Hills AONB**, one of England’s most beautiful landscapes • Admire far-reaching views from **St Martha’s Hill** and its 12th-century church • Visit **Guildford**, Surrey’s most significant ancient town with Bronze Age roots • Follow the tranquil **River Wey**, with its boathouses and willow trees • Discover the ruins of **St Catherine’s Chapel**, painted by Turner in 1807–08 • Hike part of the **North Downs Way**, a classic long-distance National Trail • Explore the atmospheric remains of the **Chilworth Gunpowder Works**, founded in 1626 • See **Guildford Castle**, built nearly 1,000 years ago 🥾 **Hike Description** Our journey begins in t

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