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Guildford Group

We are the Guildford Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Starting from the Cricket Ground car park in Thursley, we go by footpaths and tracks to the Devil's Punchbowl, with good views to the east.  Coffee stop will be at Hindhead, either the NT cafe or other places close by.

The route then descends to the southwards down Polecat Valley and then across to Invall with a second stop at the Temple of the Four Winds.

There is a steep descent past Creedhole Farm and then by minor roads and paths under the A3 to Thursley Church and a short walk back to the cars, possibly via the pub!

Saturday, 1 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
304.8m / 1000ft
Type:
circular

Steady climbing in the morning up to Hindhead, then several ups and downs before the decent to Creedhole Farm.  May have muddy stretches so boots and poles advised.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 89995 39798
Nearest postcode:
GU8 6QA
what3words:
destined.comically.dreading
Start time:
10:00 am

Car Park just off Dry House Road in Thursley. From Guildford go S on the A3, take the Thursley exit then follow the signs through the village and past the pub. Car Park is on the right down a short track.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking