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Mile Oak and Southwick Hill Introductory Walk

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Overview

From Mile Oak Road we will walk up to Southwick Hill and continue further west before dropping down to Slonk Hill Farm and the Holmbush Centre before returning back up to Mile Oak, via downland paths.

Monday, 2 December 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
7.6km / 4.7mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

There are 2 fairly long steady climbs, these will be taken at the pace of the slowest walker. The chalk could be slippery if wet, so footwear with a good grip is essential and poles are recommended.
Explorer map OL11.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 24460 07542
Nearest postcode:
BN41 2RD
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Start time:
10:30 am

The junction between Mile Oak Road and Graham Avenue. This is accessible via the no. 1 or 1X buses.

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