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Park / Green space Circular

Virginia Water Lake, Cascade and Five-Arch Bridge Circuit

Surrey

Distance
4.1 mi
Est. time
2h 30m
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

Start at the lakeside pedestrian entrance beside the main Virginia Water car park off the A30. Walk clockwise past the Cascade and the fenced Leptis Magna ruins, then follow the broad southern path towards Blacknest Gate. Continue around the western end, cross Five-Arch Bridge and follow the established northern paths back towards the totem-pole site and the Pavilion.

Allow about two hours for the walk, or two and a half with pauses. The route combines surfaced estate paths and woodland tracks, with gentle rises and some uneven ground. Wet leaves and muddy edges can be slippery. Keep to the main paths, stay out of the lake and give authorised estate vehicles room. Follow temporary closure signs; the route does not enter the closed Main Valley lawns.

Paid parking, toilets and refreshments are available by the Pavilion. Check current charges and gate times before travelling, and finish before dusk. Dogs must be controlled and on leads where signed.

Route and visitor information checked against Windsor Great Park guidance, October 2026: https://www.windsorgreatpark.co.uk/explore/the-park/virginia-water/

Walk details

County
Surrey
Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
4.1 mi (6.6 km)
Est. time
2h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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