Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill

Discover this ancient hamlet nestling in the South Downs. Here you will find a well-preserved donkey wheel and our information barn which details the history of the farm itself and the development of farming in general.

Wolstonbury Hill stands proud as a gateway to Brighton. It is small enough to know intimately but large enough to feel alone, a hill with layers of human memories, and an important chalk grassland area supporting a wide variety of wild orchids.

Find out more about our historic countryside over the hill at Devil's Dyke

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

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

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.

Spring has arrived and everything bursts into life. Here is some of the best wildlife to look out for at Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill.

Much of the wildlife on the Devil's Dyke and Saddlescombe estate is here because the way the landscape is farmed.

Find out more about the wildlife and work carried out by the ranger team at Saddlescombe Farm, nestled in the shadow of Newtimber Hill.

Conservation volunteering is good for us, and good for our environment. Find out more about the important role it plays for some of our volunteers

Do you want to help look after one of the best downland estates in Britain's newest National Park? Join our team of volunteers on the Devil’s Dyke estate.

The Mid Sussex Association supports local National Trust places including Nymans and Saddlescombe Farm.

The Brighton and Hove Association proudly supports local National Trust properties including Devil's Dyke and Nymans Garden.

Whether you want to enthuse your students about the Iron Age and local history, become scientific detectives for a day or find out about our work as guardians of the South Downs, Saddlescombe Farm is the place for you.

You already know that Saddlescombe Farm is the perfect place for your learning needs but if you need a little bit more information on how to book, what we offer or how to get here, then find out more here.

This part of the South Downs is particularly rich in early history and landscape history. Find out more about early users of the area from Paleolithic man through the early Victorians.

Discover the story behind the excavation of a hurricane aeroplane Farm as part of Operation Nightingale, supporting the rehabilitation of Polish and British veterans of foreign missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.

With many fascinating stories to tell from prehistory to the present day, including a connection with the Knights Templar, the farm and land reveal the past.

Discover the memories of people like Stan Hollingdale, who was born at Saddlescombe Cottage and lived there his entire life.

A haven on your long hike along the South Downs Way. Pitch your tent in this tranquil quiet & informal spot just north of Brighton. If you are seeking a quiet 'back to nature' overnight camp then this is the place for you.

Enjoy a night at the farm in Camilla & Roly's delightful B&B. Wake up to views over the downs at this quiet and peaceful rural retreat.