Mole Gap Trail
A 6-mile walk in Surrey following the course of the River Mole between Leatherhead and Dorking. With map, statistics, and GPX route file.
Statistics and Files
Start: Leatherhead Station
Grid Ref: TQ 163 568
Distance: 6 miles (9 km)
Grid Ref: TQ 163 568
Distance: 6 miles (9 km)
Climbing: 150 metres
Time: 3–4 hours
Duration: 1 day
Time: 3–4 hours
Duration: 1 day
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000):
146 Dorking, Box Hill and Reigate
Summary
The Mole Gap Trail is more of a short stroll than a long-distance walk. The trail follows the River Mole as it weaves its way through one of the few gaps in the North Downs escarpment. The route takes in suburbia, vineyards, downland, parkland, nature reserves, and water meadows. Places along the route include Leatherhead Railway Station, Fetcham Grove, Thorncroft, Icehouse Combe, Westhumble, and Dorking.