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Leith Hill Tower and Viewpoint
DiscoverPlaces to seeMountain PeaksUnited KingdomEnglandSouth East EnglandSurreyMole ValleyWotton
Leith Hill Tower and Viewpoint
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Leith Hill Tower and Viewpoint
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The second-highest point in south east England, hikes up Leith Hill put you above the verdant natural haven of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You don’t have to trek all the way to Berkshire’s Walbury Hill for the record either, simply climb to the top of the hill’s tower and only birds will be higher.
30 miles (41 km) south of London, Leith Hill rises to 965 feet (294 m) and offers spectacular views of the patchwork fields and woodlands that flow out in all directions. On a clear day with binoculars or through the tower’s telescopes, you can see both the London Eye to the north and the English Channel to the south.
For the enjoyment of all
Part of the Greensand Ridge, a vast escarpment stretching across south east England, hiking trails up Leith Hill take you through beautiful surrounding woodlands. On its southern slopes, wander through Leith Hill Place Woods, with its phenomenal autumn colours and exquisite summer birdsong.
On the south western slopes you can hike through dense rhododendron woods, a glorious sight when in bloom. As an added treat, look out for the woods’ vast redwoods. You can’t miss them as they stand rust-coloured and magisterial above all but the hill itself.
Hiking trails up to Leith Hill’s magnificent summit are steep in sections and can be muddy after rainfall and in winter. Nevertheless, it’s a fantastic adventure for families and the tower is the cherry on top. Built in the 18th century by Richard Hull of Leith Hill Place, the nearby manor, it was constructed not just for its owner but for anyone to enjoy the English countryside.
You’ll find several car parks close by and a café at the tower. Two youth hostels are in the area along with several campsites and plenty of hotel accommodation.
30 miles (41 km) south of London, Leith Hill rises to 965 feet (294 m) and offers spectacular views of the patchwork fields and woodlands that flow out in all directions. On a clear day with binoculars or through the tower’s telescopes, you can see both the London Eye to the north and the English Channel to the south.
For the enjoyment of all
Part of the Greensand Ridge, a vast escarpment stretching across south east England, hiking trails up Leith Hill take you through beautiful surrounding woodlands. On its southern slopes, wander through Leith Hill Place Woods, with its phenomenal autumn colours and exquisite summer birdsong.
On the south western slopes you can hike through dense rhododendron woods, a glorious sight when in bloom. As an added treat, look out for the woods’ vast redwoods. You can’t miss them as they stand rust-coloured and magisterial above all but the hill itself.
Hiking trails up to Leith Hill’s magnificent summit are steep in sections and can be muddy after rainfall and in winter. Nevertheless, it’s a fantastic adventure for families and the tower is the cherry on top. Built in the 18th century by Richard Hull of Leith Hill Place, the nearby manor, it was constructed not just for its owner but for anyone to enjoy the English countryside.
You’ll find several car parks close by and a café at the tower. Two youth hostels are in the area along with several campsites and plenty of hotel accommodation.
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Dan Hobson
May 1, 2020
Hiking
Leith Hill is the highest point in the southeast of England and affords breathtaking views over North Downs and across to the Weald.
LK
April 20, 2019
Hiking
A beautiful spot with great views towards the South Downs. The tower even contains a small room at its base that's operating as a cafe at specific dates and times, serving hot drinks and food to go.
David Howells
July 8, 2023
Hiking
Leith Hill in southern England is the highest summit of the Greensand Ridge, approximately 6.7 km southwest of Dorking, Surrey and 40.5 km southwest of central London. It reaches 294 …
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