Address: Drove Rd, Newland's Corner, Albury, Guildford GU4 8SE
Located 4 miles east of Guildford, Newlands Corner is right in the heart of the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. While it's known for its many walking and cycling trails, there is also a lot to see for less-able visitors as well, with great views from the top of the hill without even needing to leave your car. Newlands Corner is also famous as the place where Agatha Christie disappeared in 1926.
What's There?
Newlands Corner is a popular beauty spot with some of the best views over the Surrey Hills. There's a café with a good selection of food, drinks and ice cream. There is also a discovery centre with information on wildlife and the surrounding area. Around the back of the centre there is a small play area for kids, there are also public toilets near the car park entrance.
Parking
Parking is free,The total length of the car park is around 100 metres but it's rarely full.
There are nine disabled parking bays, some of which face out with a view from the hill and some next to the café and Discovery Centre. There are also multiple parking bays not labelled as disabled but still have room for loading a mobility scooter or wheelchair.
Accessibility
The café and discovery centre are both wheelchair accessible. The car park and visitor centre are on flat level ground but the hill face is steep.
There is seating by the café and along the start of the hill, so you won't have to walk too far to find a bench with a view. The furthest you will have to walk is about 50 metres before reaching a bench.
For more able visitors, number of benches around the hill face will mean you don't have to worry about pushing yourself too far without having a place to stop and rest.
In 2022, the Newlands Corner Dormouse Trail was resurfaced to make it more accessible for wheelchair and mobility scooter users but it does lack seating, so it's still not fully accessible for some visitors who need to take breaks while walking.
How To Get There
Driving there, you will pass through picturesque villages and the Surrey hills, the route is popular with motorbike riders and cyclists with its narrow winding lanes.
You can visit https://www.visitsurrey.com/ideas-and-inspiration/itineraries/a-drive-through-the-surrey-hills to learn more about driving through Surrey hills.
Bus route
Monday to Friday there is a bus route that stops at the top of the hill every two hours, with connections to Guildford and the surrounding towns.
When to visit
During the week, I find there are plenty of parking spaces with a view. Weekends are busier so it will be more likely you will have to park a bit further from the café and view point.
The only time the car park has been full was during the summer holidays at peak times.
The café is open every day of the week from 9:30am to 5pm (4pm on Sundays). The Discovery Centre is open from 9am to 4pm.
Newlands Corner can also be a great place for stargazing, particularly during autumn and winter.
Conclusion
Newlands Corner has something for people of all abilities and ages, with great views and facilities. With free parking and a great café it's one of the most popular beauty spots in surrey, I would highly recommend a visit. If you want to see more of the Surrey Hills you could check out our Reigate Hill post.
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