New Hike – 13-14km Autumnal Betchworth & Brockenham Meerkats Hike
Schedule
Sat Nov 29 2025 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
The Royal Oak Inn and Meerkat Retreat in Brockham | Dorking, EN
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Countryside walk passing rural villages, castle ruins, a quarry and a visit to the Meerkat Retreat in Brockham.Enjoy our new autumnal country walk in the lovely Surrey countryside between Dorking & Reigate.
Whilst set within the Surrey Hills Natural Landscape this walk takes place within a piece of stunning countryside on relatively flat plain below the North Downs.
We will visit picturesque rural villages, a nature reserve, some industrial history, ancient churches including a famous film location and charming country pubs – one of which has its own colony of Meerkats and another one we will stop for a much needed refreshment break.
Difficulty: Moderate
Duration: 3.5-4h approx, plus time at Meerkats Retreat at Royal Oaks Pub (after the hike)
Bring: snacks, drink, money for pub
Facilities: Refreshments & Toilets: The Royal Oak, Brockham Grn, Brockham, Betchworth RH3 7JS, others en-route
Dogs:Well behaved dogs are always welcome.
Meet & Park : Starts and Finishes outside: The Royal Oak, Brockham Grn, Brockham, Betchworth RH3 7JS, Google Maps link here
please park respectfully. Please don’t park at the pub car park unless you make use of their services. What3words reference woods.energetic.woof.
Further event details and how to prepare for the walk:
Please ensure you bring water and snack for the walk. Please wear sturdy shoes; bring waterproofs if necessary. The distance and duration of the walk depends on the group’s pace and weather conditions. We aim for a medium walking pace with several stops, unless advertised in the event description. Parking is available in / on the local roads –
For further details on how to prepare please read our Hiking Guide
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The Royal Oak Inn and Meerkat Retreat in Brockham, The Green Brockham,Betchworth, Dorking, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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