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Explore nature, heritage and hidden gems...without the car

ßÙßÇÂþ»­’s countryside, gardens and historic sites are closer than you think, and you don’t need a car to enjoy them. With an expanding network of bus and train services, discount schemes, and flexible travel options, it’s easier than ever to explore Hidden ßÙßÇÂþ»­ sustainably.

Winkworth Arboretum by Compass Bus 42

Winkworth is the National Trust’s only arboretum, a botanical garden that is essentially like a museum for trees. Here, different trees and shrubs are grown and preserved for scientific study and conservation. The best time to visit is mid-October to mid-November to see most of the leaves turning to brilliant shades of gold, red, and amber.

Winkworth is located near Godalming and easily accessible via the No. 42 bus service, which stops outside the entrance. The bus operates Monday to Saturday. There is no Sunday service. Please check for return bus times to Godalming. Check out the Guildford, Godalming and Haslemere bus timetables for more information.

Save up to 50% on bus journeys with the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ LINK Card

Did you know young people aged 20 and under can travel for less with the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ LINK card? Allowing you to get 50% off the adult fare for the journey you are taking.

The ßÙßÇÂþ»­ LINK card offers discounted fares on participating bus services, including the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ Connect services; it can be used on any single or return bus journey that starts and/or finishes in ßÙßÇÂþ»­.

On–demand bus service

ßÙßÇÂþ»­ Connect is a safe and reliable bus sharing service connecting you to your local community. It is available to everyone in ßÙßÇÂþ»­ in certain areas such as Virgina Water, Reigate and Oxted. You can travel when it suits you but must book in advance via the app, website or phone.

Did you know ßÙßÇÂþ»­ Connect covers a lot of other locations mentioned in our Hidden ßÙßÇÂþ»­ series? Check out our previous articles for more inspiration.

RHS Garden Wisley by White Bus and 714

Wisley was given to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) in 1903 and is now a top visitor attraction, with 240 aches to explore.  It is home to some of the largest plant collections anywhere on the globe and showcases inspirational gardening.

Travelling to RHS Garden Wisley is now more accessible than ever as two new routes now connect Wisley to more of ßÙßÇÂþ»­:

• White Bus 462/463 links Wisley to Guildford, Clandon and Woking
• Service 714 connects Cobham and Kingston

Find timetables on the Guildford and Chertsey web pages.

Free coffee? Earn rewards with BetterPoints

By taking the bus, cycling or walking, you can earn - ßÙßÇÂþ»­'s Greener Future for choosing sustainable travel. Points can be redeemed for discounts and prizes like a Costa Coffee or money off your shop at Tesco.

More information

For more accessible routes by bus check out our bus timetables webpage. You can also find more information about our countryside sites which are also accessible by bus.

A new app is available as part of a trial to help guide blind and partially sighted people around bus stations in ßÙßÇÂþ»­, helping residents to travel confidently and independently. The app is called Aira Explorer. It works by allowing users to place a video call with a trained visual interpreter on speakerphone. The visual interpreter then looks through the user’s smartphone camera to guide them around the bus station.