Over the downs from Buriton (local grade A)

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Overview

A hilly walk along the South Downs Way to Harting Down then south to Apple Down and Compton. The return will be via Ekensfield and Ditcham Park.

Several ascents and descents some of which will be steep. Expect some wet. muddy and slippery conditions underfoot.

Sunday, 19 January 2025

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 22.5km / 14.0mi
Ascent:: 518.2m / 1700ft
Type:: circular

Please bring refreshments for mid morning and lunch breaks.

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 73970 20012
Nearest postcode:: GU31 5RT
what3words:: horseshoe.potential.culminate

Start time:: 9:30 am

Buriton, parking area by the pond and church*

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