In the early 20th century, Pewley Down was at risk of being turned into a housing development. Now a Local Nature Reserve it was saved from destruction by Friary, Holroyd & Healy's Brewery who purchased it and gifted it to the people of Guildford in 1920.

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Mountain biking

Views over Guildford and tends to offer good conditions for riding all year round.

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Running

Sitting above Guildford, Pewley Down offers some of the most open views around.

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1. Pewley Down loop from Guildford – Surrey Hills

11.5km

00:48

140m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Shalford Park Cycle Path – Pewley Down Viewpoint loop from London Road (Guildford)

32.4km

02:30

390m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Shere – View from Newlands Corner loop from Bookham

40.9km

03:16

450m

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Location: Surrey, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Pewley Down Viewpoint

1. Pewley Down loop from Guildford – Surrey Hills

2. Shalford Park Cycle Path – Pewley Down Viewpoint loop from London Road (Guildford)

3. View of Shere – View from Newlands Corner loop from Bookham

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