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Rother Group

We are the Rother Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Leaving the car park we skirt the reservoir and head for Balcombe lake. Then through Tilgate woods to Wakehurst Place for lunch. National Trust card Not required.(*but dog restrictions are in place). Following picnic lunch or using Sables cafe/ toilets we return via Ardingly Showground passing St Peter’s church back to car park (* the show ground is holding an international Antiques and collectors fair at time of going to print)

* if taking a dog or wanting to go to the fair please contact leader 24 hrs before coming 

Wednesday, 3 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
190m / 623ft
Type:
circular

The car park is free and has plenty of space  but no refreshments or toilets 

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 33499 28697
Nearest postcode:
RH17 6SQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Sat nav recommend as Ardingly reservoir car park is not easily signposted from main road.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking