Olympic Box Hill Loop

Surrey Hills, zig-zag climbs, and Olympic heritage

Ride Overview & Terrain

This iconic cycle ride starts at Richmond Park, heads southwest through Weybridge and Leatherhead, tackles the famous alpine-like climbs of Box Hill with its zig-zag bends, loops through the Surrey Hills AONB, and returns via Esher to Richmond.

Follow the historic London 2012 Olympic road race route through Surrey, climbing the famous zig-zag road of Box Hill.

Travel & Getting There with Your Bike

By Train: Take the District Line or South Western Railway from Waterloo directly to Richmond Station. Cycles are permitted on off-peak trains. (Nearest station: Richmond Station (Start) / Dorking Station (Box Hill shortcut), travel time: 20 mins from Waterloo to Richmond).

By Car & Parking: Cycle-friendly parking available near the start point.

Cyclist Coffee Stops, Cafes & Pubs

Recommended cyclist-friendly cafes and refreshment stops along Olympic Box Hill Loop:

• ☕ Ryka's Cafe: Popular refreshment stop for cyclists.
• ☕ Box Hill National Trust Café: Popular refreshment stop for cyclists.

Cycling Tips & Route Advice

• Be mindful of walkers and other riders on the Box Hill climbs.
• Helmets are highly recommended for the high-speed descent down the zig-zag.
• Ensure your brakes are in excellent condition before attempting this route.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distance, duration, and difficulty of Olympic Box Hill Loop?

Olympic Box Hill Loop is a 100 km (62 miles) taking approximately 4.5 hours, graded Challenging. Starts at Richmond Park and finishes at Richmond Park (Loop).

How do I get to Olympic Box Hill Loop by train?

Take the District Line or South Western Railway from Waterloo directly to Richmond Station. Cycles are permitted on off-peak trains. (Nearest station: Richmond Station (Start) / Dorking Station (Box Hill shortcut), travel time: 20 mins from Waterloo to Richmond).

Where can I park near the start of Olympic Box Hill Loop?

Cycle-friendly parking available near the start point.