A31 Hog's Back Rest Area

The rest area on the A31 Hog's Back westbound out of Guildford is the one Surrey spot every UK directory agrees on — evening and late-night woodland cruising beside the lay-by, with the classic lay-by mix of gay, bi and married men.

Know before you go — the law matters here: cruising itself is not an offence in the UK, and outdoor sex only becomes one if others could see it and be distressed. But sexual activity in a public toilet is a specific criminal offence (Sexual Offences Act s.71) — stay out of the toilet block entirely and keep to the woodland. Park considerately, keep valuables locked away, and clear off if the car park fills with anyone who isn't cruising.