South Downs

Wild coast, stunning wildlife, remarkable history - enjoy the top spots in Britain's newest National Park.

Places to visit

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Fancy a swift one? Beer mat walks in the South Downs

If having a pint and a pub lunch sounds good, why not add to the occasion and try one of our short beer mat walks on the South Downs?

Getting close to dragonflies on the South Downs

The South Downs are a stronghold for one of our most exotic creatures - the dragonfly. Find out how you can get closer to these endangered insects, and help to protect them too.

Our South Downs top spots...

Fun days out at Devil's Dyke

From walking to cycling, kite flying to simply enjoying the stunning views, there's plenty to see and do on a day out here.

Family fun at Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters

A great place to visit and to enjoy stunning sea views whilst stopping for a cup of tea or bite to eat, find out what you could see and do on a day out at Birling Gap.

The view of river meadows at Woolbeding parkland

Things to see and do at Woolbeding Countryside

Breathe in nature at Woolbeding Countryside. There are lots of places around this ancient landscape for you to explore on foot, don't forget to look out for resident wildlife too.

A view over the sloping purple heather at Black Down towards the distant horizon, with tall pine trees to either side.

Things to see and do at Black Down

With plenty to see and do on a visit, Black Down, the highest point in the South Downs National Park, is a great place to walk, run, cycle and celebrate the great outdoors.

Things to see and do at Slindon Estate

Whether you're after a really good walk, a cycle, want to try your hand at geocaching, ride our selection of bridleways or tick off a few of those 50 things to do before you're 11¾, you'll have the chance at our estate.

Wander the sandy tracks in Lavington Plantation

Things to see and do at Lavington Common

Explore Lavington Common and take a stroll through our stunning open landscape and woodland. It's the perfect place to relax and unwind as well as discover the local wildlife.

Spring lambs standing with their mothers in a pen

Things to see and do at Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill

Whether you're a keen cyclist, a fervent hiker or are quite happy having a spot of tea whilst admiring the English countryside, there really is something for everyone in this scenic part of West Sussex.

A misty view across the hills and valleys of the Sussex Downs at dawn from Ditchling Beacon, showing scattered trees and hedges with the sun rising in the distance

Things to see and do at Ditchling Beacon

Ditchling Beacon is a fantastic place to explore, run around, go for a walk and celebrate the great outdoors.

Walking trail

Taking the lead on the South Downs

The South Downs are a great place to walk your dog, so there's always somewhere near to you where you can enjoy this rich countryside throughout the year.

Walkies this way

Distant views over field systems at Devil's Dyke with trees and scrub framing left and right — Looking north over the field systems of the Weald from Devil’s Dyke

Places to stay on the South Downs

Have you ever enjoyed a place so much that you didn’t want to go home? We’re confident that you’ll enjoy the South Downs and that you’ll want to make it your favourite countryside getaway spot.

More about staying in the South Downs