Upper Beeding circular
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
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.
South Downs Storrington to Pulborough
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
Amberley Mount and Wepham Down from Burpham
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.
Bignor Hill and The Denture from Amberley
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
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.
The River Arun & South Stoke from Amberley
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.
Arundel to Amberley
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
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.
From Lewes to Alfriston via the Ouse and the Downs
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.
Balcombe Circular
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.
Ardingly Reservoir, West Sussex
Departure from Ardingly (West Sussex)
Lovely walk around the Ardingly reservoir in West Sussex.
Horsham Riverside
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.
Southease, Rodmell and Lewes Brooks
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.
Loop in Slindon Estate
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.
Charleston Farm & Firle Beacon from Firle
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.
Seven Sisters From Seaford to Eastbourne
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.
South Downs Way
Departure from East Dean (West Sussex)
A gradual ascent to our local National Trail through grassland and woodland.
Eastdean Hill
Departure from East Dean (West Sussex)
Climb a wooded hillside for views over East Dean and its downland valley.
Singleton & Goodwood
Departure from East Dean (West Sussex)
Featuring a flower-rich reserve, a pretty village, a fine viewpoint and the famous racecourse.
Alfriston, White Horse and Cuckmere
Departure from Alfriston (East Sussex)
Alfriston is a beautiful village, with old houses and a lovely Common in front of its typical church. Clergy House was the first acquisition of the National Trust. This walk runs along the two river banks of Cuckmere River, via the White Horse, the horse is engraved with the chalk of a valley, and the return trip runs by a hill offering beautiful views.
Cuckmere Haven circular
Departure from Lewes (East Sussex)
Beautiful out-and-back walk starting in Cuckmere Haven car park, taking in riverside, coastal path, village and forest
Seven Sisters (East bank of the Cuckmere River)
Departure from Cuckmere Valley (East Sussex)
The Seven Sisters are magnificent white cliffs cut in half by the River Cuckmere, which ends its course towards the sea. Part of the Southdowns National Park, the site is protected. It is one of the most beautiful natural sites in South-East England. We walk among the sheep (many gates to pass) toward the cliffs to walk back along the meandering river.
Cowdray Castle
Departure from Midhurst (West Sussex)
Visited by King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I, Cowdray Castle was partially destroyed by fire in 1793.
Tillingbourne Waterfall and Leith Hill Tower
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!
Abinger Hammer
Departure from Abinger (Surrey)
A nice easy, circular walk to do with the kids, taking in the beauty of the North Downs in Surrey Hill's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Plenty of places to leave a RockFun rock for someone else to find. We suggest about 4-5 rocks for hiding on this walk.
Gibbet Hill & the Devil's Punch Bowl from Haslemere
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
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
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
Departure from Linchmere (West Sussex)
A walk with two high sections and a bracing climb in the middle!
Box Hill & Westhumble Station to East Clandon
Departure from Mole Valley (Surrey)
From the start, we climb thru' the village of Westhumble and up onto the Downs behind Denbies Vineyard. From the West Hanger picnic area we continue along the North Downs Way for just over half a mile then turn right to go north and gradually downhill off the Downs. Then, enjoy the views of West London and Heathrow Airport to the right and Woking in front. You can also stop off for refreshments at the Tillingbourne Brewery at Old Scotland Farm. It's a beautiful route, but be warned, it's hilly.
Merstham Station to Box Hill & Westhumble Station
Departure from Reigate and Banstead (Surrey)
The stage starts outside Merstham Station, follows Station Road North. The route then joins the North Downs Way, then thru' the Royal Alexandra & Albert School and up on to Reigate Hill. At Buckland Heights we divert from the ND Way to stay on top of the Downs escarpment passing some great views. At Pebble Coombe we join an ancient trackway along Tye Lane to Headley Village. Then divert south thru' Headley Heath to rejoin the NDW over Box Hill and descend to finish at Westhumble.
East Clandon to Walton Bridge
Departure from East Clandon (Surrey)
We pass thru' the picturesque village of East Clandon, then thru' the Ryde Estate where we join the Fox Way and stay with it to Walsham Lock. Along lanes past Ockham to the historic village of Ripley. We follow a path across the Green then turn left to join the River Wey Navigation at Walsham Lock. We follow the Wey, mainly surrounded by green open space and pasture, thru' West Byfleet, New Haw, Addlestone and Weybridge to Thames Lock and finish on the River Thames at Walton Bridge.
Hever & Markbeech from Chiddingstone
Departure from Chiddingstone (Kent)
A lovely Kent walk that starts from the beautiful village of Chiddingstone and continues to Hever where you can visit the Castle. The route then turns south to Markbeech from where a return to the start is made.
Bore Place to Greensand Way
Departure from Chiddingstone (Kent)
This circular walk leads you up onto the Greensand Way where breathtaking views await. From here it loops round, passing the picturesque 14th-century Wickhurst Manor through the village of Sevenoaks Weald and across rolling farmland before returning to the start point.
Bore Place - Red Trail
Departure from Chiddingstone (Kent)
The Bore Place farm walks weave their way through the fields and woodlands of the 500-acre organic dairy farm, offering panoramic views across this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The trails start and finish at the Bore Place car park and are waymarked by colour-coded directional discs and tall oak posts with painted lines at the top.
Bore Place - Blue Trail
Departure from Chiddingstone (Kent)
The Bore Place farm walks weave their way through the fields and woodlands of the 500-acre organic dairy farm, offering panoramic views across this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The trails start and finish at the Bore Place car park and are waymarked by colour-coded directional discs and tall oak posts with painted lines at the top.
Bore Place - Green Trail
Departure from Chiddingstone (Kent)
The Bore Place farm walks weave their way through the fields and woodlands of the 500-acre organic dairy farm, offering panoramic views across this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The trails start and finish at the Bore Place car park and are waymarked by colour-coded directional discs and tall oak posts with painted lines at the top.
Bore Place to Bough Beech Reservoir
Departure from Chiddingstone (Kent)
This circular walk guides the keen wildlife watcher and enthusiast to some of the best local spots to see special species like the nightingale. The farmland of Bore Place extends almost to Bough Beech Reservoir where it meets the nature reserve. Well-connected areas of good habitat encourage plants, fungi and animals to survive and thrive.
Bore Place to Little Brown Jug Pub
Departure from Chiddingstone (Kent)
This is a circular walk but is described in two sections, so you can choose to just walk to or from the Little Brown Jug, rather than doing the whole loop. Nothing beats the promise of a cosy pub after a bracing walk in the Kent countryside. This gentle walk boasts the choice of two pubs within an hour on foot of Bore Place, using the network of public footpaths and bridleways. The walk takes in classic Low Weald landscape with its patchwork of arable fields and grazing pastures.
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