Join Us for Our Next Community Hike: Chantry Wood
Join us for a morning of fresh air, great company, and a hike through the beautiful Chantry Wood.
Starting from Guildford town centre, we’ll make our way past Guildford Castle and up towards Chantry Wood, following a mix of town paths, woodland trails and countryside routes along the way.
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, spend some time outdoors, or simply swap a Sunday morning indoors for one on the trails, everyone is welcome. We’ll keep a relaxed pace, with plenty of opportunities to chat, take in the scenery and enjoy being outdoors together.
If you’re coming by train, Guildford Station is just a short walk from the meeting point, making it easy to join us from around Surrey and beyond.
We’ll finish back in Guildford with coffee and conversation at Frida Coffee House.
Day Information
Chantry Wood Community Hike
📍 Meet-up: Guildford Town Centre
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📅 Date: Sunday 30th August
🥾 Hike type: Community hike
📏 Distance: 7.58 km / 4.7 miles
⛰️ Elevation gain: 235 m
⏱️ Estimated time: 2–2.5 hoursSign-Up & Waiver
Spaces are limited, so please sign up using the link above to secure your place.
Before attending, all participants must also complete the waiver on the Eventbrite ticket.
Walk Highlights
Explore the woodland trails of Chantry Wood
Walk past historic Guildford Castle
Peaceful woodland and countryside paths
Beautiful views around Guildford and the Surrey Hills
A relaxed and social community atmosphere
Meet new people and spend time outdoors
Coffee and conversation at Frida Coffee House
Route Overview
Starting from Guildford town centre, we’ll head through the town and make our way past Guildford Castle before beginning the climb towards Chantry Wood. Once we reach the woodland, we’ll follow a mixture of peaceful trails and natural paths through the trees, taking our time to enjoy the surroundings and changing scenery.
The route includes a few steady climbs and some uneven woodland terrain, but the hike is designed to be social and relaxed rather than challenging. There’ll be plenty of opportunities to stop, catch your breath, chat with fellow hikers and enjoy the views along the way.
After exploring Chantry Wood, we’ll make our way back towards Guildford town centre, finishing together with coffee and conversation at Frida Coffee House.
Whether you’ve joined us before or this is your first Northern Wind hike, you’ll be very welcome.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking boots or trail shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a bottle of water and any snacks you’d like along the way.
We also recommend bringing suncream if the forecast is warm and a waterproof layer if rain is expected.
The route includes uneven woodland terrain, country paths and several steady climbs, so please make sure you’re comfortable with the stated distance and terrain.
Important Information
By taking part in this Northern Wind community hike, you acknowledge that you are participating at your own risk.
Please take care on uneven paths, look after your health and belongings, and be mindful of fellow hikers as we explore together.
Please ensure you are comfortable completing the stated distance and terrain.
Dogs are welcome where appropriate but must be kept under control and in accordance with local access restrictions.
We look forward to exploring together 🌿
Nearby Parking RecomMendations
Bedford Road Car Park
A convenient option for accessing Guildford town centre and the meeting point.
Portsmouth Road Car Park
Another nearby option with access to the town centre.
Castle Car Park
Located close to Guildford Castle and the start of the route.
New House Arts Space & Frida Coffee House
Our finish point after the hike, where we’ll have the opportunity to grab a coffee and continue the conversation.
A convenient option for accessing Guildford town centre and the meeting point.
Portsmouth Road Car Park
Another nearby option with access to the town centre.
Castle Car Park
Located close to Guildford Castle and the start of the route.
New House Arts Space & Frida Coffee House
Our finish point after the hike, where we’ll have the opportunity to grab a coffee and continue the conversation.