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It is recommended that you always wear a helmet and appropriate clothing, and carry a first aid kit, plenty of water, some high-energy snacks, a map and compass (or GPS) as well as a mobile phone, and wear sun block in summer. Carry waterproofs in wet weather. Carry spare inner tubes, a puncture repair kit, a pump and basic tool kit. Carry lights if there is any chance that you will be returning during or after dusk.

If you go riding on your own, let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return. In the event of a serious accident requiring urgent assistance, first make a note of all relevant details including location (with grid reference if possible), the nature of the injury and your mobile phone number. Then dial 999 and ask for both Police and Ambulance. Be ready to give the location, nature of the incident and the numbers of any phones carried by the party. Do not change your position until you are contacted by the emergency services.

There are Accident and Emergency departments at the following hospitals: The Royal Surrey County, Guildford; Dorking General; East Surrey, Redhill; Maidstone; Sevenoaks; St Peter’s, Ashford; The Buckland, Dover.