On the day

Essentials to bring with you on the day

Don't forget to wear your breathable trekking t-shirt  and your walker number!

There will be rest stops on the route where you can fill up your bottle and get some refreshments, but you'll need plenty of water and snacks to refuel between stops.

Wear or bring thin, breathable layers alongisde your trekking top, so you're prepared for all weather conditions. We recommend three - a moisture-wicking layer, a warm layer, and a waterproof layer. 

Bring a comfortable and lightweight backpack that you can fit water, snacks, a map, and anything else you're bringing with you in. Make sure it's not too heavy so it doesn't weigh you down.

We'll have fully stocked first aid points at our rest stops, but it's always worth bringing a few extra blister plasters, painkillers, hand sanitiser/antibac wipes and any personal medication.

We'd also recommend bringing a hat, a portable phone charger, suncream, a spare pair of socks, and some cash or a debit/credit card. Trekking poles are welcome too if you'd like to use them.

The start line

The Big Marsden Trek start line is located at Milton Court Farm, Dorking, RH4 3LY

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your start time.

If you are getting a coach....

The Big Marsden Trek starts just outside Dorking and takes you through footpaths, fields and hills on a fully signposted route, finishing at The Royal Marsden in Sutton.

You'll walk across part of the stunning North Downs Way, with incredible viewpoints of the Surrey countryside all along the route.

We have three rest stops along the route where you’ll find toilets, water points and first aiders on hand.

Family and friends are welcome to cheer you on at the finish line but not along the route.