Hesiers Lane Descent – Cudham Lane Climb loop from Petts Wood

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Hesiers Lane Descent – Cudham Lane Climb loop from Petts Wood

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Hesiers Lane Descent – Cudham Lane Climb loop from Petts Wood

04:52

76.4km

830m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 36.7 km for 226 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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12.8 km

Skid Hill Lane to Hesiers Road Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A nice calm climb

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15.5 km

Hesiers Lane Descent

Highlight • Trail

Great views but a bit gravelly at the bottom – bit scary going too fast down this!

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16.1 km

Col du Skelly (Beddlestead Lane climb)

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The road is very quiet with little motor traffic. The climb is a good test due to its inconsistency and length. The first kilometre of the climb is the toughest …

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28.3 km

Cudham Lane Climb

Highlight • Climb

A long but easy climb. And a great recovery descent after the Brasted Hill climb.

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31.3 km

Cudham Lane North

Highlight • Trail

36.8 km

Newyears Wood

Forest

43.5 km

Star Hill Wood

Forest

43.8 km

View of the River Darent from Star Hill

Highlight • River

This can be hard work cycling up the hill. Check your brakes if doing the descent. The body of water in the middle distance is the river Darent at Chipstead. The Bricklayers Arms is worth a visit.

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52.4 km

View of Vineyards and Fields on Pilgrims Way

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

This makes for a nice road as there are lovely view to the south, and the road surface is quite good

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59.0 km

View of Titsey Place from North Downs Way

Highlight • Trail

Once you've had your "casual" climb up Titsey hill, you can stretch your legs along the Titsey Foundation Walk. The North Downs Way provides some beautiful views across Surrey and …

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