Things to see & do
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Saddlescombe Farm
Saddlescombe Farm
From a yuletide walk to an evening barbeque there are plenty of things to do at Saddlescombe.
Our next special Open Day will be on 9 September or you can prearrange a guided tour of the farm as a group (minimum group size 12).
Throughout the year you can visit the famous donkey wheel and the Hikers Rest café.
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Newtimber Hill
Newtimber Hill
Newtimber Hill is Sussex countryside at its finest. Ancient woodland, pristine grassland and unsurpassed views make a visit here a real pleasure.
In the woodland hides a 1,000 year old lime tree and bluebells galore. The open downland is home to many specialist plants and insects and rarely seen views of the downs
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Walking
Walking
From a quiet stroll to a two hour trek, Newtimber is a walkers delight. The summit reveals rarely seen views of the famous Dyke valley while the woodland offers a maze of paths.
Wander at will over the ancient downland turf and take in the landscape that inspired a generation of poets.
Take a walk around Saddlescombe farm and Newtimber Hill
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Cycling
Cycling
The South Downs Way, which passes through Saddlescombe and Newtimber, is popular with experienced cyclists. The trail offers steep but rewarding climbs. Nearby Newtimber Woods suit the more intrepid cyclist, whereas the Sussex Border path provides a more gentle option. At Saddlescombe visit the Hiker's Rest café.
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Hiker's Rest café
Hiker's Rest café
Enjoy wholesome home-cooked food from Kerry's popular tea-room at the farm. The perfect place to refuel after or during a walk or bike ride.
Saddlescombe Farm
Newtimber Hill
Walking
Cycling
Hiker's Rest caféWhat's on
Saddlescombe hosts two open days in April and September. There are numerous other events around Saddlescombe Farm, Newtimber, Devil's Dyke and Wolstonbury hill throughout the year. Why don't you join us?
May highlights
The adonis blue butterflies start to emerge later on this month - see them on the open downland. Earlier on, the woodland leaves unfurl to reveal a gorgeous luminous green canopy.
June highlights
High summer sees a variety of orchids bloom on the open downs. The woods offer a cool retreat on a hot day and a chance to find our largest and oldest tree - the large leave lime.
July highlights
This is the time to really see chalk grassland at its best - a living carpet of colourful flowers and flying insects. To seek out this spectacle look on the west side of Newtimber.
Don't miss
- Our busy open days with a whole host of activites and demonstrations
- A cream tea at the Hiker's Rest café
- A walk through Newtimber's ancient woodland
- A walk on Newtimber in August when the Hill is alive with butterflies
- A circular walk to Devil's Dyke and back
- Newtimber in autumn when the Hill is purple with Devil's bit scabious