North Downs Short Walks Made Easy

Explore the scenic Surrey Hills and Kent Downs with ten short, family-friendly walks, perfect for all ages and abilities—no previous walking experience required! Journey from historic Farnham to the iconic white cliffs of Dover, taking in the rolling hills, wooded lanes, and charming villages of southeast England.

North Downs Short Walks Made Easy features:

• Stroll around Puttenham Common and admire one of the country’s oldest golf courses.
• Discover the quintessential village of Shere and its picturesque farmland.
• Enjoy sweeping views of the Weald and rare butterflies at Box Hill.
• Wander through Knole Park’s woodland paths, home to a grand stately home and abundant deer.
• Explore the lush Stour Valley and the beautiful film village of Chilham.
• Watch red kites soaring above Botley Hill, with panoramic views of the North Downs reaching as far as London.

The OS Short Walks Made Easy series offers:

• 10 accessible walks suitable for all the family, with no prior experience needed.
• Routes between 2 and 4 miles, perfect for any time of the year.
• Details on cafes, pubs, toilets, terrain, and accessibility for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
• Large-scale Ordnance Survey maps with clear, intuitive symbols for easy navigation.
• Numbered points and route photos that connect maps with descriptions and profiles.
• Enrich your walks with historical stories and nature notes.
• Enjoy the outdoors and benefit from physical and mental well-being.

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