Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill

Mist lies over Saddlescombe Farm

Important notice -

Our countryside space is open. We are not taking bookings for this property as there are no car parks or buildings open to the public.

A hidden hamlet nestled in the downs

More about this place

Blackcap bostal white against the dusk on the South Downs

How to enjoy your local countryside 

Welcome to fresh air and open space. Our countryside spaces are currently open for people who live locally to exercise outside. This is in line with government guidance to: 'exercise with your household (or support bubble) or one other person, this should be limited to once per day, and you should not travel outside your local area.' Local means 'stay in the village, town, or part of the city where you live'. We ask all visitors to follow guidance on social distancing to keep everyone safe.

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Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill

Things to see and do

child enjoying the snow

Winter family fun at Devil's Dyke and Saddlescombe 

Winter has plenty to offer the adventurous family, so pack your exploring minds, head out, and have some fun.

Visitors dog-walking at Ickworth, Suffolk

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.

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Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill

Wildlife

Evening light on Summerdown

Winter wildlife at Saddlescombe Farm 

It might be winter but the outdoors still beckons. The views from Newtimber Hill are at their clearest in the cold air and you will see for miles.

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Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill

Our work

Panoramic view at sunset in August from Devil's Dyke, South Downs, West Sussex

South Downs sites we look after  

Discover the incredible diversity of countryside sites across the South Downs, from chalk grassland to river valleys, beech hangars and chalk cliffs.

Find out more about the South Downs here
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Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill

History

Larder filled with dried herbs, jars of preserve and eggs

Step back in time at Saddlescombe Farm 

This fertile valley in the shadow of the South Downs has attracted settlers for thousands of years. Find out more about the fascinating history of this downland farm from the Knights Templar to present day use.

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