We are the Arun-Adur Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Stuart C.
A forest circular walk through a mixture of open field and forest paths. We set off next to the pond at East Dean and after a fairly flat start we gently climb until we reach the South Downs Way at Graffham Down. Then we follow the SDW for a mile or so after which we gently descend a different path all the way to our starting point.
Good shale tracks for most of the forested area. There's a gentle 15 minute climb after about an hour. No stiles.
I did my recce for this walk after a couple of days of heavy rain and there wasn't much mud. I would however recommend a walking pole as parts of the forest tracks were covered with slippery wet leaves. Nothing to worry about, just to be aware of.
Bring something to drink and a snack/picnic. We will have one break about half way through.
When we finish the Star and Garter pub, next to the pond, welcomes rambling groups.
Park up on the road outside the Chapel by the village pond and green. It's free.
