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Banstead Backwaters, Scratch, Ruffett and Lunch Woods

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Mole Valley Ramblers offers friendly walking in the heart of Surrey. We provide a wide and varied programme of led group walks, to which all are welcome.

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Overview

A circular and varied route through woods of various names, open farmland and a couple of semi-urban footpaths to explore the landscape and features of this relatively small (but perfectly formed) part of Surrey, all bounded by the roads and railways heading to London. 

Wednesday, 19 February 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
167.6m / 550ft
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 27300 58301
Nearest postcode:
CR5 3NR
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Start time:
10:00 am

Holly Lane Car Park, Banstead, Surrey

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