About this Event
?Hike Details
• Distance: 24 km
• Hiking Time: Approx. 7-7.5
• Grade: Hard
• Ascent: 570 m
• Pace: Steady with breaks for lunch and photos
• Cost: £33 per person (includes guided Hike & return train tickets)
? Hike Description
Join us for a spectacular circular hike through the heart of the South Downs National Park, taking in rolling chalk hills, panoramic ridge-top views, picturesque villages and some of Sussex's finest countryside.
Starting in the historic market town of Lewes, we'll climb onto the Downs and follow sweeping ridgelines with magnificent views across the Ouse Valley and surrounding countryside. One of the unique features of this walk is that much of the route can be seen from the surrounding hills, allowing us to look back on where we've been and ahead to the trails still to come.
Our route passes through the charming villages of Southease and Glynde, both nestled beneath the South Downs and rich in rural character. Along the way we'll enjoy open grassland, ancient tracks, peaceful farmland and some of the most scenic sections of the South Downs. There is also an optional detour to Mount Caburn, an Iron Age hillfort offering breathtaking views across the entire landscape.
?Highlights:
- Historic market town of Lewes
- Spectacular South Downs ridgeline walking
- St Peter’s Church with a round tower 12th century in southease
- Panoramic views across the Ouse Valley
- Picturesque village of Glynde
- Mount Caburn
- Ancient tracks, farmland and nature-rich landscapes
- One of the finest walks in the South Downs National Park
?⏰Meeting Point & Time
Location: London Victoria Rail Station next to main ticket office
Depart: Meet us 08:50 am, we leave 09:10 am for 09:24 am train
Return: 08:35 pm Back in London (commitment required until then).
Your guide: Raj – local trail expert and experienced group leader
Contact: 07788 839784 (available on hike day only)
?What to Bring
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Water & packed lunch/snacks
- Weather-appropriate clothing (layers, windbreaker)
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
- Optional: camera, walking poles
What not included: Food and drinks, personal insurance, and any personal expenses.
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