Coal Tax Post No. 42 – Bench With a View of the Downs loop from Warlingham

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Coal Tax Post No. 42 – Bench With a View of the Downs loop from Warlingham

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Coal Tax Post No. 42 – Bench With a View of the Downs loop from Warlingham

02:33

9.53km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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440 m

Coal Tax Post No. 42

Highlight • Other

Boundary marking post from the 1860s to mark where tax duties would be liable to the City of London - this one in particular is for the Coal & Wine Duty tax.

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3.21 km

Puplet Wood

Forest

5.36 km

Steps down to Hutchinson's Bank Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

These steps are relatively shallow and take you gradually down to a path which has many access points into the nature reserve.

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5.53 km

Bench With a View of the Downs

Highlight • Viewpoint

Perfectly placed bench to give you a breather as you climb the steps out of Hutchinson's Bank and enjoy the view over the downs.

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5.68 km

Wooden Bench in a Tranquil Hollow

Highlight • Rest Area

The views in this tucked away hollow might not be as great as elsewhere, but it's a peaceful spot for picnicking or escaping the wider world.

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5.78 km

Take a rest in this tranquil little oasis in Hutchinson's Bank, where Small Blues, Duke of Burgundys, Small Coppers, Dingy Skippers and Grizzled Skippers (butterflies!) all will keep you company on a summer's day.

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8.41 km

Greatpark Wood

Forest

9.53 km

End point

Bus stop

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