South Downs Way

Today you will walk along the ridge through an area with more tree coverage, in Monkton Estate. Once you reach Harting Down, the trees will make way for tiny villages.

Today you will walk the chalk road that leads you through Graffham Downs nature reserve. Follow it up downhill until you reach the old Roman Road which crosses Stane Street. Follow this road until you reach Bignor Hill, where you will see breathtaking views of the Amberley Wild Brooks wetlands and River Arun, below. End your day in the town of Amberley.

Start your fifth stage with an easy walk through the glowing hills, before you reach a steep descent, down to Chanctonbury Tree Circle. This circle of beech trees is said to be a “magical” circle. Move on to Steyning, or walk a little bit further to Upper Beeding and visit the Norman castle at the banks of the River Adur.

Walk towards Fulking Hill, where you will have a 360 view of the Devil's Dyke. This dry Valley is a popular tourist attraction because it is the deepest and widest dry valley in England. Walk on until you reach Pyecombe and get a rest in your B&B.

A little outside of Peycombe, you will find the famous windmills Jack and Jill. Keep walking and enjoy the stunning views of the Downs, while making your way to Kingston-near-Lewes. In this adorable village, you will be able to buy some books in the old English book shops. Walk on until you reach Lewes.

Climb uphill and follow the easy path along the ridge. You will have a stunning view of the area all around you. Cross the river Ouse and end in the old smugglers' towns of Alfriston where you will find the oldest two Inns of England.

This last day of the South Downs Way walk might be the most beautiful of all. Start with a riverside walk towards the Friston Forest. Soon enough, you’ll reach the Cuckmere river. Finally, you will reach the Seven Sisters chalk cliffs. Walk on to the lighthouse of Beachy Head, where you will have a magnificent view of these eight white cliffs. Walk on to the seaside resort of Eastbourne, and you have reached the final destination of the South Downs Way.

After breakfast, our services and your South Downs Way adventure will be over. Have a safe trip back home!