Young Street, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 9DX
Norbury Park
Mixed-habitat reserve
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6.8
Wildland
1–2 hours, Half day
Time
Free
Cost
Peaceful
Feel
Why it's Wildland
6.8A 530-hectare patchwork of historic parkland, woodland and chalk grassland in the Surrey Hills, with the River Mole running through its landscape.
Norbury Park earns its place through the contrast of woodland, chalk grassland and river-valley scenery in one substantial countryside landscape. Spring brings wild garlic and bluebells; the park’s trails also open out towards views of Box Hill. Check current path updates before setting out.
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The experience
Choose a short woodland-and-parkland visit or make a half day of the trails, seasonal flowers and Woodland Hub. The supplied sources support these options; they do not establish a worthwhile full-day itinerary.
Things to do
Walk the Bluebell Route
A described 5.2 km circular walk from Young Street, through farmland and woodland, with views towards the Surrey Hills. The guide gives a walking time of about 1 hour 30 minutes and notes gates, slopes and uneven sections.
About 1 hour 30 minutes
Walk the Wild Garlic Route
A described 5.2 km circular walk from Crabtree car park via woodland, views of the Surrey Hills and Nicols Field. The guide notes steps and uphill and downhill sections.
About 1 hour 30 minutes
Look for spring woodland flowers
Surrey County Council’s visitor video describes wild garlic in spring followed by bluebells in the woodland. Exact flowering dates vary.
Visit the Woodland Hub
The council identifies Norbury Park Sawmill and Woodland Hub as a visitor information section. The supplied walk guide reports a coffee stop there; check current opening details.
Take in the River Mole and parkland views
The council visitor video describes the River Mole through the park and views towards Box Hill from the park’s walking and cycling trails.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 1 hour 30 minutes for either described circular walk
Quick Escape: woodland and spring flowers
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Choose the Bluebell Route from Young Street or the Wild Garlic Route from Crabtree car park.
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Follow the described circuit through woodland and parkland, watching for seasonal flowers.
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Check the route terrain and current access information first; the supplied guide describes slopes, gates or steps on these walks.
Half day · Half day; exact duration depends on route and stops
Make a Half Day of It: trails, river and Woodland Hub
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Start from a council-listed car park and check the park interpretation board for current trail information.
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Combine a woodland or parkland walk with time beside the River Mole or a visit to the Woodland Hub.
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If open, pause for refreshments at Wild! About Coffee; check its current hours before travelling.
Verified history
Surrey County Council describes Norbury Park as historic parkland and identifies it as a 530-hectare site in the Surrey Hills National Landscape. The supplied sources do not provide a sufficiently evidenced detailed chronology or named historical events.
Hidden details
Nicols Field in spring — The supplied walk guide specifically identifies Nicols Field as a place where wild garlic grows in April and May.
Chalk grassland flowers — Surrey County Council’s visitor video notes orchids and other wildflowers in the park’s chalk grassland, with butterflies and other insects using the habitat.
When to go
April · May · No evidence-based time-of-day recommendation supplied; check current conditions and trail updates.
Spring has the clearest sourced seasonal interest: the visitor video describes wild garlic followed by bluebells, and the walk guide places wild garlic in April and May. The sources do not establish precise annual peak dates.
The supplied walk guide describes grassy, woodland and paved paths, with slopes and, on some routes, steps. Conditions and route suitability may change; check current updates and wear footwear appropriate to the weather.
What to look for
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In spring, look for wild garlic in Nicols Field and bluebells in the woodland. Across the park, notice the changes between woodland, chalk grassland and the River Mole corridor
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Surrey County Council also highlights veteran trees, orchids and butterfly habitat.
The story
Historic parkland
Best time to go
Spring for woodland flowers and bluebells; chalk grassland flowers and butterflies are a summer draw.
Spring is the strongest sourced seasonal choice: Surrey County Council’s visitor video describes wild garlic in spring and bluebells following soon after. The supplied walk guide places wild garlic in April and May.
How long to spend
1–2 hours, Half day
Perfect for
Walkers · Wildlife lovers · Cyclists · Families · Photographers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
Public countryside site managed by Surrey County Council, with conservation managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust. The official visitor page lists free car parks at Young Street, Fetcham and Crabtree; check current updates before travelling.
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Parking
The council lists free car parks at Young Street, Fetcham and Crabtree. Car parks have unmarked spaces and a 1.9 m height barrier. Young Street is listed as KT22 9DS by the council; confirm the best starting car park for your route.
Toilets
Toilets are reported next to Wild! About Coffee by the supplied walk guide; check availability before visiting.
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Food & drink
Wild! About Coffee at the Woodland Hub is reported by the supplied walk guide as operating Thursday to Sunday, 09:00–15:00. Check current opening details before visiting.
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Dogs
Dogs are reported as welcome by the supplied walk guide. Follow current signs and countryside guidance.
Accessibility
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance, but does not establish that trails are wheelchair accessible. The supplied walk guide describes routes with uneven ground, slopes, steps and gates; check route suitability before setting out.
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Cost
Free
Water
River Mole
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Around Norbury Park
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
