River Wey – Hambledon Common loop from Farncombe

River Wey – Hambledon Common loop from Farncombe

Hard

4.6

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River Wey – Hambledon Common loop from Farncombe

03:01

46.7km

460m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Surrey Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.57 km

River Wey

Highlight • River

The river Wey has served as a vital artery for Surrey for hundreds of years, powering mills and transporting goods. Today, this tributary of the Thames is home to diverse wildlife and biodiversity. Its waters are popular with kayakers, hikers and cyclists. The river has a total catchment ara of 350 sq mi (904 sq km), spreading across Surrey and into Hampshire and West Sussex.

You can find more information about the river, here: nationaltrust.org.uk/river-wey-and-godalming-navigations-and-dapdune-wharf

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8.98 km

Upper Vann Cottage

Highlight • Other

9.94 km

Vann Garden

Highlight • Natural

When visiting Vann Garden, be sure to explore the Yew Walk, a serene pathway enclosed by towering yew hedges planted in 1909. This area was originally designed as a rose garden but has since been replanted with foliage plants to provide year-round interest. The Yew Walk offers a tranquil retreat and a glimpse into the garden's evolving history.

[1] historichouses.org/house/vann/visit

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16.5 km

Gravel Track in Hog Wood

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Excellent long gravel track, found thanks to Neil's recommendation.

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26.6 km

Sidney Wood

Forest

29.8 km

Dunsfold Common

Forest

34.1 km

Burgate Farm Bridleway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Each year the farmer grows different crops, right now its rapseed and the colours are popping!

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37.8 km

Hambledon Village Shop

Highlight • Settlement

Great little stop, always open, always friendly (and biker friendly).

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38.2 km

Hambledon Common

Highlight • Forest

Twenty years ago, Hambledon Common lay overgrown and forgotten before being pruned back to its former glory. The common's landscape was transformed centuries ago through the extraction of sand which was used in building and glassmaking. Archaeologists discovered flint tools on the site dating back to Neolithic and Mesolithic eras.

Until the start of the 20th century, the common was used to graze cattle amongst the heather. Today, you can find three heather flower varieties between July and September, as well as woodlark birds and rare sand lizards.

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39.4 km

The Pound

Ruins

42.1 km