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Poynings walks
South Downs Way circular walk from Pyecombe to Ditchling Beacon
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6.97 mi
+768 ft
-774 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pyecombe (West Sussex)
A walk along one of the best sections of the ridge of the South Downs with excellent views to the north. It then returns through one of its dry valleys. The route is easy to follow and, being on chalk, is generally firm and dry (apart from a few short sections on farm tracks).
Upper Beeding circular
7.22 mi
+600 ft
-604 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Upper Beeding (West Sussex)
A nice variety - up high on the Downs, and back down to woodland, countryside, riverside - with Chanctonbury Ring frequently in view in the distance.
Cissburry Ring
4.11 mi
+489 ft
-489 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Worthing (West Sussex)
This is a nice little 4 mile walk up to Cissbury Ring with amazing views over looking the sea and coastal towns of Worthing and Brighton from Cissbury Ring. Best attempted on a clear fine weather day so as to make the most of the views from the peak. This is a moderate walk that is not wheelchair friendly.
From Lewes to Alfriston via the Ouse and the Downs
11.23 mi
+781 ft
-751 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lewes (East Sussex)
From lovely Lewes in East Sussex along the River Ouse valley, then up onto the South Downs for a bracing downland stretch with views across the Weald, gorgeous South Downs Way and the sea, ending up in the delightful village of Alfriston, where there are afternoon buses back to Lewes.
South Downs Storrington to Pulborough
8.55 mi
+423 ft
-512 ft
4h 20
Easy
Departure from Storrington and Sullington (West Sussex)
An easy, varied and beautiful nine-mile walk taking in small paths, Parham House grounds, woodland, Rackham, more woodland, Wiggonholt and Pulborough Brooks. Plenty to see and enjoy
Ardingly Reservoir, West Sussex
4.84 mi
+433 ft
-410 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Ardingly (West Sussex)
Lovely walk around the Ardingly reservoir in West Sussex.
Southease, Rodmell and Lewes Brooks
5.97 mi
+299 ft
-285 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Beddingham (East Sussex)
Using a part of the South Down Way, this circular walk goes through Southease, Rodmell, along the River Ouse and include one steep hill.
Balcombe Circular
9.34 mi
+725 ft
-692 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Balcombe (West Sussex)
An easy circular walk in Sussex with a number of options to increase or decrease the distance using a variety of footpaths.
Charleston Farm & Firle Beacon from Firle
4.63 mi
+653 ft
-627 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Firle (East Sussex)
This East Sussex walk takes you onto the South Downs for spectacular views north at Firle Beacon. The walk also offers the opportunity to visit Charlestown Farmhouse with its bohemian decor and associations with the Bloomsbury set. This walk has un challenging climb.
Amberley Mount and Wepham Down from Burpham
7.86 mi
+758 ft
-725 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Burpham (West Sussex)
This West Sussex walk explores the South Downs to the north of Burpham village. Using a mixture of tracks and field paths the route offers some fine views and includes a section of the South Downs Way.
Horsham Riverside
12.42 mi
+207 ft
-207 ft
5h 55
Easy
Departure from Horsham (West Sussex)
A suggested start of the walk is at Warnham Local Nature Reserve. Going clockwise, the route follows Chennells Brook and later picks up the Horn Brook near Leechpool Woods.
Bignor Hill and The Denture from Amberley
8.73 mi
+869 ft
-866 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Amberley (West Sussex)
This West Sussex walk explores sections of two long distance trails from Amberley on the banks of the River Arun. The outward leg of the route follows the South Downs Way with the return along a section of the Monarch's Way.
The River Arun & South Stoke from Amberley
4.72 mi
+144 ft
-157 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Amberley (West Sussex)
Starting from Amberley, this West Sussex Walk explores the River Arun visiting the villages of North and South South Stoke. The return route follows sections of the Monarch's Way and the South Downs Way.
Rackham Hill from Amberley
6.53 mi
+594 ft
-604 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Amberley (West Sussex)
This West Sussex walk offers a variety of scenery and includes a section of the South Downs Way National Trail. The route includes a visit to the village of Amberley from where convenient rail services are available.
Arundel to Amberley
6.10 mi
+112 ft
-92 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lyminster and Crossbush (West Sussex)
A linear West Sussex walk from Arundel to Amberley following the course of the River Arun. The return route can be completed using the regular train service.
Arundel Park and the River Arun from Arundel
7.14 mi
+531 ft
-558 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Arundel (West Sussex)
This West Sussex walk starts from Arundel with its Castle, Cathedral and lovely High Street. The route takes you through Arundel Park before dropping down to the path alongside the River Arun for the return to the start.
Seven Sisters From Seaford to Eastbourne
13.02 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,611 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Lewes (East Sussex)
Sea, Sun and … the Seven Sisters walk of course! When the weather is nice and the temperatures are rising, lace up your hiking boots (or trail runners, it’s summer after all), apply the sunscreen and get the brim out of the closet. It is time to enjoy a walk by the South Coast, and who knows, maybe even take a dip in the bright blue English Channel.
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