Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Surrey with its picturesque countryside, Albury has plenty of walks and places to explore. Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to walk through the tranquil beauty of Albury and surrounding areas.
For panoramic views across Surrey, head to Newlands Corner for a more challenging walk. Begin your ascent just a few minutes from Albury and enjoy far-reaching views of the Surrey Hills along the way. Continue on to St Martha’s Hill, home to the historic Church of St Martha. From here, follow the footpaths that wind back towards Albury, taking in the scenery as you go.
Managed by Surrey County Council under an access agreement with the Albury Estate, Newlands Corner remains open for all to enjoy.
Albury Park, which covers 321 acres (130 ha), is listed as Grade I on the Historic England Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest. The designation includes the 14-acre (6 ha) Evelyn Gardens.
Take a stroll to Silent Pool and its surrounding woodland, a natural spring-fed lake known for its striking blue colour in the summer months. Enjoy the tranquility of its clear and mysterious waters which have inspired many local tales over the past century.
If you are feeling energetic, take the public footpath up the hill to join the North Downs Way, one of the country’s long-distance trails, which runs from Farnham in the west to Dover in the east, passing through Canterbury along the way. If you need to stop and recharge, you could visit the Albury Vineyard, Silent Pool Distillery or Mandira’s Kitchen.
Explore the wide skies and varied countryside of Blackheath and Farley Heath on this circular walk through heather-clad heathland, ancient woodland and open pasture. With gentle hills and far-reaching views, the route passes grazing horses, well-kept woodland tracks, and the scenic setting of an old mill and farmstead.
Access to the area is managed by the Friends of the Hurtwood, a charity established in 1928 to preserve public access for “air and exercise” under Section 193 of the Law of Property Act 1925.
Located just off New Road, almost in the centre of the Estate, is Albury Heath and Cricket Ground. Cricket has been played on Albury Heath since 1789 when the Earl of Onslow brought a team over to play the village. Today Albury Heath is home to Albury Sports Club with both cricket and football played by all ages.
From Albury Heath, it is possible to access both Farley Heath and Blackheath along a network of public footpaths and bridleways.
Albury Estate is a historic rural landscape with a network of public footpaths and open countryside. Many routes are unmade and may include uneven surfaces, slopes or stiles, with conditions varying seasonally and after rainfall. Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and choose routes suited to their needs.
