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Hindhead

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Hindhead

Hindhead works well as a base: 5 minutes from Churt, 21km from South Downs National Park.

Hindhead is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 6,187, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Hindhead sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hindhead to your route.

About Hindhead

Hindhead is a village in the Waverley district of the county of Surrey, England. It is the highest village in the county and its buildings are between 185 metres (607 ft) and 253 metres (830 ft) above sea level. The village forms part of the Haslemere parish. Situated on the county border with Hampshire, it is best

Read more known as the location of the Devil's Punch Bowl, a beauty spot and site of special scientific interest. The A3 between Portsmouth and London was crossed by the A287 between Hook and Haslemere. The A3 now passes under Hindhead in the Hindhead Tunnel and its route along the Punch Bowl has been removed and landscaped, but the crossroads still exists for local traffic, as a double mini-roundabout. Hindhead is 11 miles (18 km) south-west of Guildford and on the border with Hampshire. It is a ward in the district of Waverley, and part of the civil parish of Haslemere. The ward, which includes Beacon Hill, had a population of 4,292 at the 2011 Census. The name "Hindhead" is first attested in 1571, and means "hill frequented by hinds", or female deer.

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Where is Hindhead located?

Hindhead is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.1138 latitude, -0.7335 longitude.

What is the population of Hindhead?

Hindhead has a population of approximately 6,187 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
6,187
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.1138, -0.7335

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Hindhead

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Dunsfold Aerodrome (Top Gear Test Track)

The famous airfield test track used by BBC Top Gear for its power laps and celebrity challenges.

14 km · about 25 min drive

national park

South Downs National Park

Rolling chalk downland stretching from Winchester to the white cliffs of Beachy Head, England's newest national park.

21 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Loomies Moto Cafe

A beloved biker cafe on the A32 in Hampshire that draws motorcyclists from across southern England with its welcoming atmosphere and hearty food.

25 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

Caffeine & Machine: The Hut

The Hampshire outpost near the South Downs, 45 minutes from Goodwood and close to the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu.

26 km · about 30 min drive

historic highway

Goodwood Festival of Speed

The hillclimb course on the Goodwood estate driveway where Formula One cars, prewar Grand Prix machinery and rally legends run flat out past a country house each summer. The 1.16-mile course is estate road year-round.

27 km · about 30 min drive

racetrack

Goodwood Motor Circuit

Historic circuit famous for the Revival and Festival of Speed, offering member track days on the original 1948 layout.

28 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Brooklands Museum

The birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, featuring the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit from 1907.

32 km · about 35 min drive

cafe

Rykas Cafe

Iconic biker and cyclist cafe at the foot of Box Hill in Surrey, a must-stop gathering point on one of England's most famous riding roads.

32 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Hindhead

  • 27 kmGoodwood Festival of SpeedThe hillclimb course on the Goodwood estate driveway where Formula One cars, prewar Grand Prix machinery and rally legends run flat out past a country house each summer. The 1.16-mile course is estate road year-round.
  • 57 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

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