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South Downs Storrington to Pulborough
Visorando Member
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
South Downs Way circular walk from Pyecombe to Ditchling Beacon
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).
Loop in Slindon Estate
1.33 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Slindon (West Sussex)
This walk in Slindon Estate is very easy and flat. Slindon Estate is 3500 acres of Sussex woodland, farmland, downland, and pretty villages all divided by paths, hedges, lanes and tracks leading up to the top of the downs.
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.
South Downs Way
Association / Club / Walk leader6.71 mi
+676 ft
-656 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from East Dean (West Sussex)
A gradual ascent to our local National Trail through grassland and woodland.
Eastdean Hill
1.59 mi
+285 ft
-285 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from East Dean (West Sussex)
Climb a wooded hillside for views over East Dean and its downland valley.
Singleton & Goodwood
7.98 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,129 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from East Dean (West Sussex)
Featuring a flower-rich reserve, a pretty village, a fine viewpoint and the famous racecourse.
Cowdray Castle
1.74 mi
+49 ft
-52 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Midhurst (West Sussex)
Visited by King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I, Cowdray Castle was partially destroyed by fire in 1793.
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.
Roches Hill
14.87 mi
+1,512 ft
-1,519 ft
8h 10
Moderate
Departure from Chichester (West Sussex)
This was a pleasant hike taking in a number of way marked trails with a number of small villages with friendly pubs to have well deserved drink and also some splendid views.
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.
Gibbet Hill & the Devil's Punch Bowl from Haslemere
8.37 mi
+942 ft
-945 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Haslemere (Surrey)
This Surrey walk combines two well know local landmarks in a circular walk. The route starts from Haslemere and climbs onto Gibbet Hill before continuing to take in the Devil's Punchbowl, which is a depression of sandy heath.
Black Down, West Sussex, from Haslemere
10.84 mi
+1,388 ft
-1,368 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Haslemere (Surrey)
Starting and finishing at Haslemere, Surrey, the main objective, Black Down, lies in nearby West Sussex. Black Down is the highest point in West Sussex rising to 917 feet above sea level. The walk passes through a variety of landscape and offers some suggestions for alternative routes.
Marley to Blackdown, Fernhurst, Shulbrede, Canadian Memorial and back
14.27 mi
+1,749 ft
-1,765 ft
8h 05
Moderate
Departure from Linchmere (West Sussex)
A 23km tour of the hills to the south of Haslemere, with woodland, views and Shulbrede Priory, taking in elements of the Serpent Trail, Sussex Border Path and LipChis Way.
Marley Heights and Linchmere Circuit
3.81 mi
+417 ft
-417 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Linchmere (West Sussex)
A walk with two high sections and a bracing climb in the middle!
Tillingbourne Waterfall and Leith Hill Tower
6.65 mi
+686 ft
-653 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Abinger (Surrey)
This circular walk close to Abinger provides a good way to explore the countryside using a section of Greensand Way leading to Leith Hill Tower. You will enjoy quiet paths and tracks in the woods, along River Tillingourne and great views from Leith Hill!
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