Bridle Road to Bignor walk

Slindon is the largest traditional estate cared for by the National Trust on the South Downs and this circular walk captures its scale, depth and variety. Remaining firm underfoot and opening up new vistas through the bare trees this is a perfect winter walk.
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Slindon EstateStart point
Opposite Slindon College (five-bar gate at bottom of Butt Lane), grid ref: SU959086Trail information
*Fairly easy terrain, starting with a long, slow incline and one short, uphill stretch beginning the last quarter of the walk. Several stiles. For further information visit the section marked Terrain.
**Natural, uneven surfaces with several stiles and tree roots. For further details, please see section marked Access.
***Dogs welcome under close control as livestock graze in surrounding fields. For further information visit the section marked Facilities.
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