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Brighton & Hove Group

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

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

This is a circular walk up onto the downs and return, One steep ascent and descent. and generally the walk i either ascent or descent. Poles advised. Good paths but chalky and may be slippery if wet. This walk is an introductory walk and will be walked at the pace of the slowest. Free oarking off the A27 to Lewes by housedean farm. Accessible by 29 or 29a bus from Churchill Square or Old steine.

Monday, 7 April 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Assistance dogs only on this walk please. 

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 36432 09252
Nearest postcode:
BN7 3JW
what3words:
returns.living.campfires
Start time:
10:30 am

Housdean Farm off the A27 between Falmer and Lewes. Pull off the A27 at the turning to Balmer Farm and park in the layby between this farm and Housedean.

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