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Comprising northern and southern ponds, as well as Bewbush Water Gardens, Ifield Mill Pond is an area of semi-formal ponds, gardens and parkland.

Using the power of moving water to drive a mill wheel is an ancient invention of the human spirit of discovery, the origins of which can be traced back to times long past. Thanks to such a construction, human or animal muscle power could be easily replaced by the power of the natural elements through a watercourse - natural or artificially created - in order to grind grain into corn or press oil from fruit, for example. There are essentially two different ways of driving watermills: * Either the flowing water simply hits the blades of the water wheel from below to set it in motion; or * the water is guided above the wheel - usually through a so-called "mill channel" - and falls onto the blades; this type of construction is more efficient due to natural gravity.

Perhaps the most scenic and entertaining way to descend from Box Hill, the Zig Zag Road takes you from the iconic hill down to the Mole Valley. Box Hill is renowned for its wide-reaching views and its vibrant, nature-rich slopes. Both can be appreciated when cycling here.

The Zig Zag Road to the top of Box Hill provides multi-user access to this iconic Surrey beauty spot. It features on the Leith Hill Greenway, a route designed so that hikers, wheelchair users, cyclists and equestrians can enjoy the Surrey Hills together. Don't be surprised to see runners taking on the switchbacks, the Zig Zag Road features on the Beat Box Hill trail races.

A quintessential English village, Shere was made famous as a filming location for the Holiday, the Christmas movie starring Jude Law, Kate Winslet, Jack Black and Cameron Diaz. The Tillingbourne runs through the village and is a popular place for paddling in the summer. There is an ice cream shop and the Dabbling Duck cafe is very popular. Their cake selection is second to none.

St. Leonard is famous for fighting and killing a dragon in the forest. This bench with a beautifully carved dragon serves as a reminder of the story.

With around 850,000 visitors every year, it's unsurprising Box Hill has a good selection of facilities. The cafe serves a selection of snacks and light lunches, as well as lovely hot beverages. There's also a book shop and toilet facilities nearby.