Guided Hiking Adventures in Surrey
Events & Challenges
Amazing Hiking Adventures in Surrey & Beyond
Queen Elizabeth Country Park & West Harting Downs
09:00 - Saturday 7th November 2026
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Farnham to Guildford along the North Downs Way
09:00 - Saturday 14th November 2026
Lenham to Wye Along the North Downs Way
09:00 - Saturday 28th Nov 2026
Newlands Corner, St. Martha's & Shere
09:00 - Saturday 5th December 2026
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Shere, The Hurtwood & Pitch Hill
09:00 - Saturday 19th December 2026
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Marlborough Downs Ridgeway Hike
Saturday 17th - Saturday 10th April 2027
Brecon Beacons & Black Mountains Weekend
Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th April 2027
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Snowdonia Weekend
13:30 - Saturday 11th -12th September 2027 with optional extension to do Moel Eilio circuit
Our Leaders
Pete Lambert
Pete Lambert is an approachable, highly experienced walk leader and North Downs Way Ambassador based in the Surrey Hills, known for making the outdoors welcoming, educational, and fun. Having founded DG Outdoor Adventures in 2009, he brings a relaxed, encouraging, and professional approach to guiding walkers of all fitness and experience levels.
Leadership Style and Ethos
- Inclusive and Community-Driven: Pete prioritises mental well-being and social connection alongside physical fitness. His walks are designed to be safe and friendly, helping beginners build confidence in nature while providing a supportive network for veteran hikers.
- Storyteller and Educator: Rather than simply setting a pace, he enriches hikes by sharing local history, countryside lore, practical gear advice, and principles of responsible tourism.
- Versatile Off-the-Beaten-Track Routes: His offerings span from casual 4-to-5-mile local "bimbles" around Guildford to marathon-distance challenges and mountain treks in regions like Snowdonia and the Lake District.
Qualifications and Safety
- Extensive Experience: Pete has led over 300 walks, hikes, and outdoor events across the UK and internationally.
- Certified and Insured: He has completed Mountain Leader Training, holds an Outdoor First Aid qualification, serves as a welfare champion, and is fully DBS-checked and insured.
Whether guiding a gentle afternoon stroll or training a group for a major mountain expedition, Pete’s leadership centres on safety, camaraderie, and sharing his passion for the trail.
Sue Green
Sue is an unstoppable force on the trail, renowned for her vibrant energy, relentless hiking stamina, and passion for extreme adventure challenges.
Background and Evolution
- Client to Leader: Sue started hiking with us over 12 years ago as a client to get fit and has never looked back, evolving into one of the group's most formidable and inspiring trail leaders.
- Trail Powerhouse: Possessing remarkable physical endurance, she effortlessly tackles tough terrain and sets a steady, motivating pace for long-distance endeavours.
Expeditions and Endurance
- 100k & Ultra Challenges: She has completed several 100k hikes and a wide array of gruelling endurance events.
- Global Footprint: Sue’s impressive resume includes major expeditions across Nepal, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Toubkal, The Great Wall of China, and the deep Colombian rainforest.
Leadership Style and Trail Presence
- Incline Motivator: Always upbeat, Sue has a real knack of "talking" people up big hills when they have "hit the wall," using genuine encouragement, humour, and focus to guide tired hikers through their toughest moments.
- Community Connection: Her warmth, resilience, and positive spirit make her an indispensable heart of the team — simply put, everyone loves Sue.
Paul Wolstencroft
Paul is a calm, supportive walk leader based in Guildford, known for his inclusive approach and steady, confidence-building style on the trail. With a strong focus on wellbeing and group cohesion, he works alongside Pete and Sue to help deliver safe, enjoyable, and thoughtfully planned hikes across the Surrey Hills, the North Downs Way, and beyond.
Supportive and People-Focused: Paul brings a reassuring presence to every hike, offering encouragement, clear communication, and a relaxed pace that helps walkers of all abilities feel comfortable. He keeps groups together and creates an atmosphere where everyone feels welcome.
Qualifications and Experience: Paul has been a qualified Mountain Leader (ML) for 30 years and has led groups and teams in hill and mountain environments across the UK and overseas. He is also a North Downs Way Ambassador, holds an Outdoors First Aid Certificate, He is DBS checked as he regularly supports a local school with their Duke of Edinburgh expeditions.
Paul enjoys inspiring people of all backgrounds to discover the benefits of walking, adventure and time spent in nature, while championing responsible access and care for the countryside.
Mark Rowlands
Mark is an experienced walk leader, known for an inclusive and supportive approach. After 30 years in the Corporate world whilst always enjoying hiking and spending time in nature, Mark started re-training to become a qualified hiking leader in 2021 and was able to leave his corporate role in 2025 and set up his own business to focus on his passions.
Leadership style and ethos
With supportive and inclusive leadership Mark offers days that are not just about getting from A to B. A day in the hills with Mark will typically make time for stoping, pausing, engaging and connecting with the countryside, chatting about the geology, history, mythology, and flora and fauna.
Qualifications and experience
● Mountain Leader (Mountain Training Association’s highest level hiking qualification)
● NNAS Gold level (National Navigation Award Scheme highest level)
● Outdoor First Aid qualified (Band 3 and is the recognised standard for outdoor leaders)
● North Downs Way Ambassador
● Enhanced DBS
● Duke of Edinburgh trainer and assessor
● Studying for a diploma in nature connection from the University of Derby
Mark lives in Dorking nowadays but has led groups in the Peak District, Lake District, Snowdonia and the Cairngorms. He’s completed several multi day hikes in the UK, including the West Highland Way and the Coast to Coast walk and international hikes in Nepal and New Zealand.