Downloadable walks in Sussex

Find a place near you to make the most of the Sussex countryside. Here are our top walks from all around the county from the Devil's Dyke to Harting Down, Petworth Park to Slindon.

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Sunrise near Ditchling Beacon in Sussex
Devil's Dyke   West Sussex

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.

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South Downs nature walks

Delicate wild garlicflowers carpet the floor and fils the air with their deliciously pungent scent

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.

A dark green fritillary butterfly warms its wings on a thistle

Cissbury Ring butterfly walk 

One of the very best butterfly sites in Sussex, including numerous Adonis and chalkhill blues, dark-green fritillaries and marbled whites.

Butterfly in the garden in the summer at Monk's House, East Sussex

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.

Seven Sisters walks

Three people walk along the top of the magnificent Seven Sisters cliffs with distant views behind of sea , horizon, Birling Gap coastguard cottages and Belle tout lighthouse

Family coast walk 

If you fancy a perfect spring stroll then take a wander up Lookout Hill to Mad Jack Fuller's folly and enjoy some breathtaking sea and downland views. This walk is perfect for views of the Seven Sisters and the red and white stripe Beachy Head lighthouse.

A view from flag staff looking back towards Belle Tout

Cliff Top Walk from Birling Gap to Exceat 

Follow the Seven Sisters and find the meanders of the River Cuckmere.

Sunset lends stunning colours to the winding Cuckmere meanders

A heavenly haven at Chyngton 

Take in the chalk downland of Seaford Head local nature reserve, with stunning views of the Seven Sisters and Cuckmere Valley on this easy to moderate walk.

South Downs walks in the west

A rare Duke of Burgundy butterfly at Harting Down

Harting Down wildlife walk 

This walk offers panoramic views over the Weald to the North Downs, before descending into secluded valleys of natural and historic interest full of rare wildlife and plants.

Wide open skies at Black Down make for perfect stargazing opportunities

Summer star gazing walk at Black Down 

Perfect for families and anyone unfamiliar with astronomy, this walk will introduce you to star gazing at Black Down, the highest point in Sussex.

A footpath along the edge of the gently flowing Rother, fringed with ancient trees and low lying plants

Woolbeding Countryside - River Rother and Midhurst 

Enjoy this easy walk along the River Rother starting and returning to Midhurst's charming main street.

South Downs to the east

The West-facing front of the c14th timber framed Alfriston Clergy House.

Alfriston Clergy House countryside walk 

Walk in the footsteps of the artists and writers of the Bloomsbury Group as you follow our circular route to 600-year-old Alfriston Clergy House.

Early Purple Orchid surrounded by cowslips on the south downs

Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber walk 

Fresh air, spectacular views and an ancient landscape will accompany you along this scenic downland walk near Devil's Dyke.

Enjoy far reaching views from the peace and shelter of Cradle Valley

Over hill and under vale at Frog Firle Farm 

Take in great views of secluded farmland and river, as well as wildflowers and wildlife and a diversion to the village of Litlington.

Slindon walks

The raised bank of the Park Pale was once used to confine livestock

Slindon Medieval Park Pale and village walk 

Take a walk round Slindon's Medieval deer park, starting in Butchers Copse woodland, following the route of its 'Pale', then through the unspoilt Downland village of Slindon.

Walkers enjoy the wide open views along the track to Little Wood

The Rise of Northwood ramble, Slindon 

Take a walk to see the fields under the plough since the First World War, soon to be restored to woodland as part of our project 'The Rise of Northwood'.

'Shippams Poste', named for a local family who donated it to the Trust

A Roman Ramble to Gumber Farm 

Discover a Roman road across open downland, a chalky woodland ride known as 'Leper's Path', and Iron Age lynchets across a small pasture.