Friends of the Hurtwood

Overview Friends of the Hurtwood is a registered charity responsible for managing public access to the Hurtwood, a 2,000-acre area of privately owned common land in the Surrey Hills. The organisation focuses on enhancing the environment and providing access for walking, cycling, and horse riding through a network of paths and bridleways.

What to Expect Families can expect to find over 60 miles of paths and bridleways suitable for various levels of fitness, including both steep and gentler routes. The area is accessible for walkers, cyclists, and horse riders, with facilities including 15 free car parks. Visitors may encounter other users, such as dogs and horses, and are advised to give way to them.

Good to Know Visitors wishing to organise events on the Hurtwood must request permission in advance. It is recommended to bring appropriate footwear for walking or cycling and to check the downloadable Hurtwood maps for navigation. There are no height barriers in the car parks, allowing access for horseboxes in larger parking areas.