Blackheath, Shere & St Martha's Hill loop from Chilworth — Surrey Hills

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Blackheath, Shere & St Martha's Hill loop from Chilworth — Surrey Hills

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Blackheath, Shere & St Martha's Hill loop from Chilworth — Surrey Hills

01:39

14.5km

240m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2024

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Surrey Hills AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.66 km

Blackheath War Memorial

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a commemoration to the Blackheath residents who were either killed or missing during World War I and World War II.

The memorial is surrounded by stunning forest scenery and heathland made up of heather, gorse, oak, birch, and beech.

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4.04 km

Blackheath Forest

Highlight • Forest

Lovely forest to run/walk around in, loads of good paths.

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7.66 km

The Old Prison House

Highlight • Other

It's easy to mistake this as a beautiful house, but it actually has a rather more grizzly history as a prison. You can even see the old grills on the window at the front of the house.

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12.3 km

World War II Bunker on St Martha's Hill

Highlight • Historical Site

As you run down the sandy trail from the top of St Marthas Hill or are on your way up to the top keep your eyes peeled for this WWII bunker. It's quite a thought, but during the war these bunkers were constructed all along the North Downs Way as a 'last line of defence' to defend against a German invasion. The North Downs Way's elevated position throughout the Surrey Hills meant it was the perfect defensive line.

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12.8 km

St Martha's Church

Highlight • Historical Site

St Martha’s Church is a beautiful church perched on the top of a hill. Only accessible by foot, the Grade II-listed church affords breathtaking views and a real sense of tranquility. A 12th-century church existed at this location before falling into ruin by the 18th century. The church was rebuilt in 1848 and many of the original 12th-century architectural features were retained.

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