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Group Walk - Barrow, Berwick and Bloomsbury

From valleys to views a walk taking in some of the best views of the area.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

Join our knowledgeable local guides for a walk taking you on a route climbing up to the top of the Downs stopping at Long Burgh Barrow - built in early neolithic times - before heading back down for a gentle stroll across the fields to the quaint hamlet of Alciston and onto to Berwick Church before heading back to Alfriston . (approx 5miles)

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 03442491895

Meeting point

Meet by Main Gate at 10am.

What to bring and wear

Walking footwear is recommended as this walk is over rough ground.

Accessibility

The walk has one reasonably long steady ascent and the descent is a little steep at times. The walk will be supported by two guides. There maybe livestock in some of the fields.

Other

The duration of the walk is between 2 and a half hours to 3 hours. Ticket does no include entry to the house and gardens, if you would like to visit the property a private tour on the day can be arranged - normal admission applies.

Contact info

Alfriston Clergy House

Upcoming events

Event

Lace-making demonstrations 

Come and see the Meridian Lace Makers demonstrate the heritage craft of bobbin lace making. Learn about this traditional craft and even have a go.

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on
27 Jun to 28 Jun 2025
at
10:30 to 15:30
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Fun Photography Competition 

Can you capture the spirit of the Clergy House?

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on
27 Jun to 27 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 27 other dates or times
Event

From Medieval Common Land to 20th Century Garden - History of the Clergy House Garden Tour 

Join us for a fascinating tour around the gardens looking at the development of the garden from medieval to present day.

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on
28 Jun to 26 Jul 2025
at
11:30 to 12:00
+ 4 other dates or times
Event

Founders Talk 

Celebrating the National Trusts 130 year anniversary join us for a fascinating talk exploring the lives of our three founders.

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on
28 Jun to 26 Jul 2025
at
14:00 to 14:30
+ 4 other dates or times