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Stoughton Down and Kingley Vale | ||||||||
Author: Claire, Published: 30 Jun 2013 |
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West Sussex, South Downs | ||||||||
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A 4.5 mile circular walk in a really picturesque part of the South Downs National Park. The walk begins in Stoughton Down before climbing high into the Kingley Vale Nature Reserve where the climb is rewarded with spectacular views both to the north and south. The walk then descends to the pretty village of Stoughton before returning to the car park. The walk has one long climb and an equivalent descent. The tracks are all fairly wide and are, in the most, well made with stone with only a few parts under the trees that can get quite muddy. The last mile of the route is along a quiet country road. There are no stiles or gates to negotiate so, if you’re up for the challenge, it would be possible to get a rugged push chair around the route. Approximate time 2 hours. |
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The walk starts from the Stoughton Down Forestry Commission car park (2 metre height restriction). The car park can be found on a sharp bend midway between the small villages of Stoughton and East Marden in West Sussex. Nearest post code PO18 9JQ. |
Text and images for this walk are Copyright © 2013 by iFootpath and the author clairesharpuk and may not be reproduced without permission.
Lovely walk in the snow, would be great views on a clear day. Certainly one to do again on a summer's day. |
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By GLAP on 03 Mar 2018 | |
Would definitely avoid road if possible. It’s quiet so you can hear but it‘s narrow and carrying poles plus hauling 2 dogs on leads to the side every time a car (or bicycle at the weekend) goes by is a pain. In February the ruts after the Devil’s Humps are deep and slippy/trippy! But what views… |
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By CateOsmaston on 18 Feb 2018 | |
Great walk with wonderful views of the surrounding area. We parked near the church and walked the road part first to get it out of the way. Looking forward to doing it again and stopping for lunch at the pub. |
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By joyanne31 on 08 Oct 2017 | |
We did this walk using my Tramper all terrain mobility scooter. A terrific walk with fantastic views. Really enjoyed it. The last bit is quite steep and would be slippery after rain, but we did it ok as it had been dry for some time. The Hare and Hounds does good food and was very dog friendly. |
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By Jules19 on 02 Sep 2016 | |
As said above a very good walk but my suggestion to avoid the road is to take the path left just after the Hare and Hounds. This goes up the hill a bit. You then turn right which takes you on a nice walk through the woods coming out at Wildham Farm. When you reach the road turn right and its not far back to the car park. |
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By gazleton on 26 Nov 2015 | |
Briliant walk for winter, as it's very good underfoot; only one muddy section as you reach the grassy track leading away from the Devil's Humps. To avoid walking along the road at the end, you can take the Monarch's Way at Old Bartons (on the right not long after the Hare and Hounds. Follow this track all the way to the top of the hill where you rejoin the Multiway. It means retracing your steps a bit back down to the car park but you might think it's worth the repetition to avoid the road. By my smartphone tracking app, this made the walk 5.75 miles. |
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By AnneEngland5 on 17 Jan 2015 |
The information in this guide has been provided in good faith and is intended only as a guide, not a statement of fact. You are advised to check the accuracy of the information provided and should not use this guide for navigational directions nor should you rely on the accuracy of the weather forecast. You are advised to take appropriate clothing, footwear, equipment and navigational materials with you according to the current and possible weather and nature of the terrain. Always follow the country code and follow any additional warnings or instructions that may be available. Some walks may be very strenuous and you are advised to seek medical advice if you have any doubts as to your capability to complete the walk.
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Image by: Facebook Uploaded: 19 Sep 2016 On my trusted Tramper. Great views |