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Ardingly Reservoir and Balcombe Viaduct

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Overview

Area of outstanding natural beauty.Now known as National Landscapes. Falling in the area of the High Weald and the estates of Balcombe and Borde Hill.

Ouse Valley Viaduct or the Balcombe Viaduct depending on your preference. Which way round shall we walk it’s lovely either way, picturesque views and farms and great houses. 
Please bring a snack.

Please text the leader if you would like to join this walk.

Sunday, 26 May 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
7.7km / 4.8mi
Ascent:
147.5m / 484ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.midsussexramblers.org.uk

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 33508 28693
Nearest postcode:
RH17 6SQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Ardingly Reservoir Car Park

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE