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Overview

Ditchling-Ditchling Beacon-Street Hill-Westmeston-Ditchling.

Field paths in the Weald; steep path up to the Beacon, South Downs Way path section underfoot is firm, well drained pasture. Steep descent to Westmeston. Mud can be experienced after rain as we return to Ditchling. Please bring your own First Aid kit and ICE (an abbreviation for in case of emergency.) Text the leader to confirm that you wish to join her. Pubs in Ditchling following the walk.

Sunday, 4 May 2025
Start time:
2:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.3km / 5.8mi
Ascent:
247.8m / 813ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 32663 15149
Nearest postcode:
BN6 8TT
what3words:
compounds.tangling.rollers
Start time:
2:00 pm

The car park behind Ditchling Village Hall

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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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  • 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
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