13.3km (8.2 miles) 4/10
This looks like a good walk for new year's day as it's not too far and very scenic. The train service is a bit limited in the morning but we can get there and there are more trains for the way back. Last time we got rather wet but fingers crossed for better luck in 2026. It is customary to have a stop in the morning for nibbles and possibly champagne – please bring along whatever you wish to share. There's a good place with a fine view of Polesden Lacey about 4 km/2.5 miles into the walk.
Travel: 1038 from Victoria (Clapham Junction 1045, Epsom 1120) to Box Hill and Westhumble arriving at 1134. Return trains at 16 and 46 to Victoria.
Lunch: Polesden Lacey (after 6 km, just under half way) has the Granary Cafe in Stable Courtyard for a sit-down self-service lunch and a coffee shop at the entrance with take-away sandwiches and plenty of (mainly outdoor) picnic seating. They are open from 10 to 4 on New Year's Day.
Tea: Unfortunately Denbies is closed on New Year's Day, but the Stepping Stones (01306-889932) pub, about five minutes beyond Westhumble station, is open.
For walk directions, map and GPX click here.
L=2.14 and choose the Westhumble circular version
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