Walking Group

Description:

We cross the Bluebell railway twice (hopefully we will see a steam train) walk down to large lake, then along the top of a set of climbing cliffs (interesting to watch the climbers) then back into woodland where we go through the Gravetye Manor Estate. Drinks at the Fox Pub after.

Time:

2pm on Sunday 27th April

Walk Leader:

Gary

Length:

6 miles

Gradient:

Several moderate hills going up & down

Transport:

Car

Meeting Point:

Meet at Finche Field Car Park RH19 4PN, it’s just up the hill from the Fox Pub.

What3Words Location:

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Description:

From the starting point we cross the railway line and walk alongside the banks of the River Ouse to Southease station. Then we head up into the Downs to the highest point of the walk, before descending a long, moderate slope to South Heighton, where we will finish with refreshments in the Flying Fish.

Time:

2pm on Sunday 13th April

Walk Leader:

Andrew

Length:

7 miles

Gradient:

One medium steep climb, the rest flat or downhill.

Transport:

Car via A259 / A27 + A26. Park in nearby roads. There is usually parking available around the Iveagh Crescent area, which is about a 10-minute walk from the starting point.

For anyone tempted to park at Paradise Park, please note that they lock their gates at 6pm and overnight parking is not permitted!

Bus or train to Newhaven Town Railway station + a half-mile (10-minute) walk up New Road opposite the station to the starting point on the left after the Britannia building.

Meeting Point:

At the junction between New Road and the slip road to the railway line where the Wilkins sign is.

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Description:

We head from the back of Peacehaven via Telscombe Village through the scenic Downs to Rodmell, where we will stop for refreshments at the Abergavenny Arms. Then we head via Southease to walk the along the riverbank of the Ouse as far as Piddinghoe. From there we head up through the Downs to return to our starting point.

Time:

2pm on Sunday 9th March

Walk Leader:

Andrew

Length:

6.5 miles

Gradient:

Moderate, with 3 short steep hills.

Transport:

Car via A259

Bus: 14 leaves Brighton at 13:08 and arrives at the Downs Walk stop at 13:42.

Meeting Point:

Junction of Kirby Drive and Telscombe Road in Peacehaven. Parking in local side streets.

What3Words Location:

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Description:

We will head from Steyning towards Wiston House & continue west until a track up through Forest to Chanctonbury Ring, then return along South Downs Way & down through Forest to Steyning, where we will have a Pub stop for a drink.

Time:

2pm on Sunday 30th March

Walk Leader:

Gary

Length:

6.25 miles

Gradient:

Mostly gentle but one steep climb

Transport:

Car: Via A27 and A283

Bus: 2

Meeting Point:

Meeting place is by bus stop & public toilets in centre of town by the little free car park (only on Sundays). If there’s no space in this car park there is free parking in Fletchers Croft Steyning Car Park, Vicarage Lane BN44 3YQ.

What3Words Location:

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Description:

We will walk up towards Mount Caburn, explore the ancient ruins of the settlement up there, then down into the valley and up the other side past ‘Bible Bottom’ and towards the view inland towards Ringmer, then south again to then walk back down into Glynde past Glynde Place. The walk is 5 miles and includes one long moderately steep climb and then another not so long moderate climb. We may be able to have Tea at the Little Cottage Tea Room, but depends on time of our return and how many of us there are.

Time:

1.30pm on Sunday 16th February

Walk Leader:

Gary

Length:

5 miles

Gradient:

Moderate, with 1 climb

Transport:

Train to Glynde

Car via A27

Meeting Point:

Meet in the car park in Glynde which is on the left after having crossed the small bridge just after passing the Railway Station.

What3Words Location:

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Description:

Walk will be just under 6 miles and take us up to Ditchling Beacon, 3 moderate hills taking in lovely woodland areas and stunning views both north and south. At the end we will hopefully be able to have tea and cake at Stanmer House or if in time the cafe in Stanmer Village.

Time:

1pm on Sunday 15th December

Walk Leader:

Gary

Length:

6 miles

Gradient:

Moderate, with 3 moderate hills

Transport:

Bus: 78 Bus from Brighton.

Car: Via A27. There are authorised car parks on site in Stanmer Park. The Church car park is best one to choose if there is space – see map & more details. Parking anywhere else in the park is strictly prohibited. You can pay by phone or the PayByPhone app. It is probably best to download the app at home before you leave and set up an account. Charges are £3 for up to 4 hours.

Meeting Point:

Meet at corner by the bus stop for the number 78 bus from Brighton, which is at the entrance to the road leading in to Stanmer Village.

What3Words Location:

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Description:

We head up from Alfriston onto the South Downs Way, then head south-east towards Seaford, before circling back towards our starting point. Refreshments in a local hostelry in Alfriston.

Time:

1.30pm on Sunday 10th November

Walk Leader:

Andrew

Length:

5.5 miles

Gradient:

Moderate with a couple of hills.

Transport:

Car: Via A259 or A27

Meeting Point:

At the junction of Kings Ride and The Broadway in Alfriston.

What3Words Location:

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