Box Hill, Hill summit in Surrey, England
Box Hill is a hill summit in Mole Valley, Surrey, England, rising 224 meters (735 feet) above sea level with chalk slopes covered in ancient box woodlands overlooking the River Mole. The wooded escarpment alternates with open grasslands, and the north face offers broad views over the rolling countryside.
Two Bronze Age burial mounds sit near the Salomons Memorial and were used as boundary markers during medieval times. The National Trust acquired the area in the early 20th century to preserve it for future generations.
The name comes from the box trees that grow in rare native woodlands here, shaping the slopes for centuries. Walkers today use the open grasslands and woodland paths for picnics and relaxed strolls with views across the surrounding area.
The visitor car park sits at the top of the hill with direct access to main paths and viewpoints. A cafe and public toilets are available at the visitor center, and the railway station is about ten minutes on foot.
The steep Zig Zag road became the main route of the 2012 Olympic cycling road race and drew spectators from around the world. Cyclists today test their strength on the same climbs that professional athletes tackled during the competition.
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