Free Hike – 10km Blackheath’s Bluebells and Pine Forest

Update: This event is now full. A Waiting list is available. Join our FREE Spring walk! Walk with us into the purple haze of stunning native bluebells fields amongst Blackheath’s pine forest.

This walk takes you around the beautiful village of Blackheath near Guildford nestled in stunning pine forests and colourful heathland.  During spring these slopes turn into carpets of purple haze, with its native bluebells transforming the heathland into stunning scenery.

Simone is a local hiking guide and we will guide you on some of the most beautiful bluebell paths with stunning views to take time to appreciate natures awakeing and with its new spring growth.

Your Co-host Jen Slade is a nature enthusiast  and will happily share some of the mysteries of the Bluebells in England, and there will be plenty more to be observed in this species-rich forest. Blackheath  is a SSSI, Site of special scientific interest.

Difficulty: Easy paced but undulating throughout
Duration: Approx 3h
Bring: Suitable and comfortable clothing, boots/walking shoes or drink, snacks,
Facilities: None en-route, nearest Pub is the Percy Arms, Chilworth
Park/Meet: Please car share as parking is limited; We meet: at the Blackheath Lane Main Car park (1);

There are 3 options to park, all free parking:
1) Blackheath Lane Main Car Park, End of Blackheath Lane, GU4 8RB Google Maps here What3words: fruits.plums.dynasties
2) Blackheath Lane (Previous Pub) car park, Blackheath Lane, GU4 8RB, (Left side along Blackheath Lane approx 200m (3min walk) before the main car park) Google Maps here What3words: decoded.closer.value
3) Littleford Lane car park, Litteford Lane, Blackheath, Guildford GU4 8RB, Google Maps here , (5min walk woodland paths) What3words: geologist.basis.drip

Dogs: Dogs are always welcome.

This event is free. But booking is required

BOOK HERE

Further event details and how to prepare for the walk:
Please ensure you bring water and snack for the walk. Please wear sturdy shoes; bring waterproofs if necessary. The distance and duration of the walk depends on the group’s pace and weather conditions. We aim for a social/medium walking pace with several stops, unless advertised in the event description. For further details on how to prepare please read our Hiking Guide

Back on Track is committed to making the outdoors enjoyable and accessible for everyone. If this walk is too challenging for you, why not try our Jen’s Nature Walks. These are gently-paced walks for beginners or less confident walkers who want to build walking fitness. Equally, if you would like a hiking challenge, look up our Surrey Three Peaks challenges or Adventure Trips on our events page.