Hiking Challenge: 16 mile Surrey Three Peaks – 11th April 2026
Schedule
Sat Apr 11 2026 at 09:30 am to 05:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Ryka's Boxhill | Dorking, EN
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Kick off the spring season by challenging yourself with this fantastic Surrey Hills Three Peaks Challenge, walking Boxhill, Leith Hill and Holmbury Hill in one day.Our popular hiking challenge follows a stunning 16-mile (26km) linear route starting at Box Hill, with an initial climb of 224m rewarded by sweeping views across the Mole Valley.
We continue along the North Downs Way, passing the vineyards of Denbies and heading onto Ranmore Common, with further viewpoints along the ridge.
Along the way, Simone, a North Downs Ambassador, will share stories and landmarks that bring the landscape to life.
At noon, we pause in Westcott Village before turning south onto the Greensand Way, winding through woodlands and rolling fields to Wotton Common and our second peak, Leith Hill (294m).
The final challenge leads us on to Holmbury Hill, our third peak at 261m, crowned by its famous Iron Age fort. We then descend through the ancient woodlands of the Hurtwood to finish in Holmbury St Mary, with a well-earned pub stop at the end. Option to book a table in the Pub for our group to celebrate our achievement.(food/drinks not included in the event fee).
Summary of our route and check points:
Part 1: Arrive and climb Peak 1: Boxhill at 224m at 2km
Part 2: Boxhill to Ranmore Common, via Denbies
Part 3: Westcott Village – Lunch Break
Part 4: Westcott to Leith Hill via Wotton Common
Part 5: Climb Peak 2: Leith Hill at 294m at 18km
Part 6: Leith Hill to Holmbury Hill
Part 7: Climb Peak 3: Holmbury Hill 261m at 23.5km
Part 8: Holmbury Hill to Holmbury St Mary’s & Pub visit
Transport Option 1:
Arrange a drop off at Boxhill/and pick up from Holmbury St. Mary’s near the Royal Oak Pub
Transport Option 2:
Take the train to Boxhill/Westhumble station or Dorking Station (for Dorking station add a 15min walk to Boxhill). Arrange only the pick up from Holmbury St. Mary’s
Transport Option 3:
Join our group car share (via a Whatsapp group) to arrange a few cars to be parked at either end. Please message Simone if you want to do so.
Duration: 7-8h approx, plus Pub visit. We are planning to be at the Pub around 5-6pm
Cost: £30pp
Note: This is a long and challenging walk with several steep climbs, and we’ll aim for a steady pace to complete the distance within the estimated time.
Regular stops are included, and you’ll be supported by two hiking guides throughout. If you’re unsure whether this pace or challenge is right for you, please consider joining one of our other walks or have a chat with [email protected] beforehand.
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Where is it happening?
Ryka's Boxhill, Rykas, Dorking, RH5 6BY, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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