Just Hike: 13km Sheepleas, Effingham Common & West Horsley Place

October 12, 2024 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Join Ross on a  10-mile scenic route takes you to some stunning woodland, plus a visit to the historic and infamous West Horsley Place

Just Hike: 13km Sheepleas, Effingham Common & West Horsley Place

When

October 12, 2024    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Event cost: £12.50
Event Organiser: Back on Track
Website: https://www.backontrack.live/
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Booking Link: https://www.backontrack.live/events/sheepleas-west-horsley-12-oct/

Where

St Mary's Church (Large car park at rear)
A246, Epsom Road, West Horsley, Leatherhead, KT24 6TA, Surrey

Event Type

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Located on the chalk slopes of the North Downs, Sheepleas is a blend of ancient and recent woodlands, scrubs and grassland. Sheepleas Nature Reserve is a gem in the Surrey Hills. It is not well known and feels mystical and away from civilisation.

Finally, we will visit the grounds of West Horsley Place, a Grade I listed mediaeval manor house and estate of incredible beauty and historical significance, and film set (Ghosts, BBC), a perfect stop over for coffee and refreshments and a hidden gem in the Surrey Hills.

Difficulty: Moderate, some rocky and rough terrain
Duration: 4h
Bring:  Money for snacks/drink (coffee stop)
Facilities: West Horsley Place (towards end of walk) or 4min drive before the walk
Meet / park: St Mary’s Church (Large car park at rear), A246, Epsom Road, West Horsley, Leatherhead KT24 6TA, What3words Reference frozen.front.punch
Hiking Guide: Ross Packman (Contact on the day 07940670801)

Further event details and how to prepare for the walk: Please ensure you bring water and a 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. For full details on how to prepare, please read our Hiking Guide here.

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