Welcome to South Holmwood

South Holmwood is a small village located in the county of Surrey, England. It is situated on the outskirts of Dorking and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 1,000 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. South Holmwood is a popular destination for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the main attractions in South Holmwood is the Holmwood Common. It is a large area of heathland and woodland that is home to a variety of wildlife. The common is a popular spot for picnics, walks, and bird watching. There are also several walking trails that lead through the common and offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

South Holmwood is also home to several historic buildings, including St. John's Church. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. It is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. The village also has a number of traditional pubs and restaurants that serve delicious food and drink. Overall, South Holmwood is a charming village that offers a peaceful and relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Weather

Light snow

Temp: 1.3°C

Feels Like: -2.6°C

Wind: 8.7 MPH

Wind Dir: NNE

Local Schools

School	Details
The Weald C Of E Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Baguley	Newdigate Road Beare Green Dorking Surrey RH5 4QW 01306711719 School Website
St Johns Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Jacky Fyson	Goodwyns Road Dorking Surrey RH4 2LR 01306884506 School Website
Unified Academy Academy Special Sponsor Led Ages:9-16 Head Teacher Mrs Annabelle Thomas	Chart Lane South Dorking RH5 4DB 1737215488 School Website
Powell Corderoy Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Richard Darke	Longfield Road Dorking Surrey RH4 3DF 01306883373 School Website
St Pauls C Of E Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Ann Alden	St Paul's Road West Dorking Surrey RH4 2HS 01306883547 School Website
The Priory C Of E Voluntary Aided School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Jo Trimnell	West Bank Dorking Surrey RH4 3DG 01306887337 School Website
Newdigate C Of E Endowed Aided Infant School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Bliss	Village Street Newdigate Dorking Surrey RH5 5DJ 01306631353 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Carolyn Scrutton	Norfolk Road Dorking Surrey RH4 3JA 01306883934 School Website
Surrey Hills All Saints Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Coles	School Lane Westcott Dorking RH4 3QF 1306881136 School Website
Dorking Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Donna Harwood-Duffy	West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BY 01306882397 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Holmwood Horsham Road, Holmwood, Surrey, RH5 4RB 0.83 Miles

Ockley Station Approach, Off Coles Lane, Capel, Surrey, RH5 5HT 2.94 Miles

Dorking Station Approach, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1TF 3.25 Miles

Box Hill & Westhumble Westhumble Street, Westhumble, Surrey, RH5 6BT 4.17 Miles

Betchworth Pebble Hill Road, Betchworth, Surrey, RH3 7BZ 4.51 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
R E P Taxis 07831 850276 33 Warwick Cl, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4NL 0.16 Miles
Dorking Taxis Ltd 01306 885533 3 Dukes Ride, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4TY 1.48 Miles
Abacab Dorking Taxis 01306 881008 47 Dukes Ride, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4TY 1.48 Miles
Gem Cars 07774 969233 3 Oak Ridge, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 2NL 1.61 Miles
Advance Taxi Service 07834 371946 Upper Path/Stubs Hill, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 2PT 1.78 Miles
Diorking 1.4U Taxis 07710 647453 Vincent Lane, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3HF 2.41 Miles
1-4U Dorking Taxis 07710 647453 Valencia House, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3HF 2.41 Miles
Surrey Minibus 07950 608769 Holmbury Villa, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3HZ 2.47 Miles
Dorking Cars 01306 884411 66 Beresford Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 2DG 2.48 Miles
Metro Cars 01293 522222 High Street, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1UR 2.66 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Mid Holmwood Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Norfolk Arms Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Holmwood Common Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Turner House Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beare Green Stores Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
White Hart Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blackbrook Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chadhurst Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Holmwood P O Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:16:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Old Beare Green Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Plough Coldharbour Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rough Rew Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Goodwynns Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wildcroft Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coldharbour P O Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Northbrook Surgery 01306 889242	Northbrook House Warwick Road South Holmwood Dorking Surrey RH5 4NP
North Holmwood Surgery	1 Bentsbrook Close North Holmwood Dorking Surrey RH5 4HY
Dorking Community Health & Care Team 01306 646265	Dorking Hospital St Pauls Road West Dorking Surrey RH4 2AA
Dorking Healthcare - Extended Access 01306 735459	Dorking Hospital St Pauls Road West Dorking Surrey RH4 2AA
Redhill Phoenix Improved Access 01306 735459	Dorking Hospital St Paul's Road West Dorking Surrey RH4 2AA

Local Stores

South Park
40 Allingham Road
South Park
Reigate
Surrey
RH2 8HX
01737 243419
Store Website
5.46 miles

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SPAR - Brockham Green
Middle STreet
Brockham
Betchworth
RH3 7JJ
01737 842550
Store Website
3.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Brelades Veterinary Surgeons
20 Knoll Road Dorking Surrey RH4 3EP 01306 883086 Website 2.08 miles
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Newdigate House Vets
George Horley Place Church Road Newdigate Dorking Surrey RH5 5DW 01306 773300 info@thehousevet.net Website 2.59 miles
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Medivet Dorking
Westcott Road Dorking Surrey RH4 3DP 01306 882996 dorking@medivet.co.uk Website 2.73 miles

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Medivet Brockham
58 Middle Street Brockham Betchworth Surrey RH3 7HW 01737 842307 brockham@medivet.co.uk Website 2.77 miles
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Ash Barn Veterinary Surgery
Unit 5, Ockley Court Farm Coles Lane Ockley Dorking Surrey RH5 5LS 01306 713177 vets@arthurlodge.co.uk 2.93 miles

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Surrey Hills Equine Practice Ltd
Hedges Crest Hill Peaselake Guildford Surrey GU5 9PE info@surreyhillsequine.com Website 5.04 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Leith Hill
A Circular Walk Across Leith Hill. Leith Hill Is The Highest Point In South East England, Meaning You Will Get A Great View. It Is A Wooded Hill And On Reaching The Summit, You Will Find An 18Th-Century Gothic Tower. RH5 6LX 2.63 miles Leith Hill Is Signposted From The A25 At Wotton And From The A29 At Ockley.

Box Hill
Enjoy The Views Of The Surrey Hills, Pass By One Of Box Hill’S Oldest Buildings, The Fort, And Take In One Of Surrey’S Iconic Landmarks, The Stepping Stones. KT20 7LF 4.02 miles 1 Mile North Of Dorking, 2.5 Miles South Of Leatherhead On The A24.

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Norbury Park Leatherhead
Starting Off From The Young Street Car Park There Are A Variety Of Walks From This Point Following The River Mole Towards West Humble. There Are Farm Animals On Route But Also Lots Of Opportunities For Off The Lead Walks. The Walks Can Be As Short As Half A Hour Or As Long As Three/Four Hours With A Variety Of Options Of Heading Towards Dorking Or Ranmore Common And Polesden Lacey. If You Want To Explore A Os Map Is Helpful. Unnamed Road Fetcham Leatherhead Lancashire KT22 9BP 5.22 miles Young Street Park (Start Point)

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Headley Heath
A Circular Walk Across Headley Heath. Headley Heath Is A Mixture Of Open Heathland, Woodland And Chalk Downland. KT18 6NN 5.83 miles Exit M25 At Junction 9 (Leatherhead) And Take The A24 South, Toward Dorking. Then Take The B2033 (Headley Common Road) To Headley Village.

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Pitch Hill
Views, Woods, Paths. Plenty Of 4G To Avoid Getting Lost. I Park In Car Park 3 But There Are Car Parks All Around The Surrey Hills Pitch Hill Cranleigh Lancashire GU6 7NW 5.91 miles Just Park And Walk. There Are Markers. I Prefer To Freewalk And Look At The Clock

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Reigate Hill
A Circular Walk Across Reigate Hill. Reigate Hill Has A Good Level Of History. The 19Th Century Reigate Fort Sits At The Top Of The Hill, Commanding A Defensive Position Looking Out Toward The South Downs. RH2 0HX 7.18 miles Exit M25 At Junction 8 And Take The A217 South. The Road Will Fork, Take The Left Turn, Turn Right And Then Immediately Left Into Wray Lane Car Park.

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Weather Forecast

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	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-7.4°C	-9.1°C	-11.4°C	-12.7°C	-13°C	-10.4°C	-6.7°C	-4.3°C	-4°C	-6.1°C	-9.1°C	-10.2°C
Feels Like	-12.6°C	-14.5°C	-17.3°C	-18.7°C	-19.5°C	-16.7°C	-12.3°C	-9.5°C	-9.1°C	-10.6°C	-14°C	-15.3°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	-10.9°C	-11.2°C	-11.4°C	-11.4°C	-11°C	-6.6°C	-1.8°C	0.4°C	0.8°C	0.2°C	-0.3°C	-1.2°C
Feels Like	-16°C	-16.3°C	-16.7°C	-16.9°C	-16.7°C	-12.1°C	-6.7°C	-4°C	-3.6°C	-4.5°C	-4.9°C	-5.7°C

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	Overcast	Moderate snow	Heavy snow	Heavy snow	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	-1.7°C	-1.8°C	-1.7°C	-1.7°C	-2.8°C	-3.4°C	-3.1°C	-2.6°C	-2.9°C	-3.8°C	-3.9°C	-2.5°C
Feels Like	-6.3°C	-6°C	-5.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.9°C	-9.3°C	-9°C	-8.4°C	-8.4°C	-9°C	-9.1°C	-7.5°C

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