Activities at Devil's Dyke

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.

Summer wildlife at Devil's Dyke and Saddlescombe Farm

Summer is a time to relax and enjoy. The sound of skylarks fills the air and the welcome breeze is pleasantly cooling, so why not enjoy a walk here this summer

Summer family fun at Devil's Dyke and Saddlescombe Farm

Take in the sights, sounds and smells of summer - the nicest time to start ticking off activities from the 50 things to do before you’re 11¾ list. Days are long, and the weather warm. Build a den, listen out for skylarks and hike up our huge hills!

Chasm Explorer

A good three mile walk which takes you to the alleged burial site of the Devil and beyond to Saddlescombe Farm and the donkey wheel

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Wolstonbury Hill explore nature walk

This walk takes you through beech woodland and across open grassland, and as a Special Site of Scientific Interest you'll find a variety of plants and wildlife. Visit in the spring to see bluebells and smell the wild garlic.

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 3.7 miles (5.95km)

Walk on Fulking

A moderate circular walk, starting and finishing at the Shepherd and Dog pub, comprising ancient landscapes and breathtaking views.

• Moderate
• 1 hour 30 mins
• 2.0 miles (3.2km)

Ditchling Beacon to Devil's Dyke, South Downs walk

This route will take you through some of the most stunning parts of the South Downs Way, where you will find wildlife aplenty and see extensive views from the Ditchling Beacon.

• Moderate
• 3 hours
• 7.0 miles (11.25km)

Fulking archaeology walk

Take a walk through time along the South Downs. Follow the glorious contours of the Sussex Downs; on one side the Weald, to the other the sea.

• Moderate
• 1 hour 30 mins
• 4.0 miles (6.4km)

Devil's Dyke butterfly walk

This 1 mile walk over chalk grassland is abundant with butterflies; you could spot any number, from the Adonis blue, chalkhill blue and green hairstreak to smaller populations of brown argus, dark-green fritillary and silver-spotted skipper.

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Walking in the South Downs: day one

Challenge yourself to a two-day walk across the South Downs. On day one you'll explore Devil's Dyke valley, stop off at Saddlescombe Farm and climb up to the Ditchling Beacon.

• Moderate
• 5 hours
• 9.0 miles (14.45km)