Hindhead Commons and the Devil's Punch Bowl£
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The standout day out near Haslemere, with dramatic heathland scenery, waymarked walks and one of Surrey's best-known landscapes.
Family friendlyDog friendly
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Black Down
A high-reward Haslemere walk to the highest point in the South Downs National Park, with a strong sense of space and viewpoint drama.
Family friendlyDog friendlyGood for groupsOutdoor
Visit website ↗Why we like it
“It feels like a proper outing and gives Haslemere strong high-ground scenery as well as town-centre attractions.”
Highlights
- National Trust site
- Highest point in the South Downs National Park
- Big views
- Walking territory
- Near Haslemere
About
Black Down earns a top-tier place because it gives Haslemere another genuinely destination-worthy landscape rather than a minor local stroll. National Trust information describes it as the highest point in the South Downs National Park near Haslemere, which is enough to signal its reputation and scenic pull.\n\nFor walkers and visitors who want a bigger countryside experience, it is one of the area's clearest must-do options.
Best for
WalkersScenic half-daysCountryside escapes
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