The ruins of Newark Priory sit tantalisingly out of reach on a private island next to the River Wey. The only public access is at an Easter Sunday Service at dawn each year. Rumour has it that after the dissolution of the monasteries a cannon was installed on Church Hill to wreck the building.

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June 2, 2025

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1. Bushy Park – Diana Fountain, Bushy Park loop from St Margarets

61.5km

03:36

240m

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2. View of Newark Priory Ruins – Path Along the River Wey loop from Woking

35.9km

02:10

180m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Anchor, Pyrford Lock – Riverside Path along the River Wey loop from Brookwood

42.2km

02:58

90m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 70 m

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

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View of Newark Priory from the Wey Navigation Path

1. Bushy Park – Diana Fountain, Bushy Park loop from St Margarets

2. View of Newark Priory Ruins – Path Along the River Wey loop from Woking

3. The Anchor, Pyrford Lock – Riverside Path along the River Wey loop from Brookwood

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