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Mid Sussex Group

We are the Mid Sussex 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

A scenic route to the west of Balcombe heading towards Staplefield and then onto Nymans for the lunch break before heading back to Balcombe.  Enjoy wonderful views of the High Weald National Landscape with wooded valleys, historic houses and views over the Ouse Valley towards the South Downs.

Sunday, 21 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
420.6m / 1380ft
Type:
circular

Please bring a picnic lunch and your National Trust card, if a member, to give access to seating and possibly a hot drink.

Please text the leader if you intend to join this walk if possible, but it is fine to just turn up.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 30658 30018
Nearest postcode:
RH17 6JQ
what3words:
darkest.galaxies.lamenting
Start time:
10:00 am

Balcombe Station car park, free on Sundays, but travel by train is encouraged if this suits you.

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