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Metropolitan Walkers Group

The London-based hiking group for people in their 20s - 30s.

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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

Join us for a beautiful walk through the High Weald National Landscape, passing through woodland, rolling countryside and around Ardingly Reservoir. The walk passes the Ouse Valley Viaduct, a Grade II listed red brick viaduct consisting of 37 arches.

Lunch and breaks: Please bring a packed lunch. We'll stop for lunch overlooking Ardingly Reservoir where you can purchase refreshments and make use of the toilet at the activity centre cafe.

Terrain: Along countryside paths with one steep incline at the start and end. Short sections along road.

Travel: Take 09:32 from London Blackfriars (09:38 London Bridge), arrive Balcombe 10:19.

Meet by the ticket office.

Sunday, 1 June 2025
Start time:
10:20 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
120m / 394ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Dog friendly
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 30662 30118
Nearest postcode:
RH17 6JQ
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Start time:
10:20 am

Balcombe Station

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