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High Weald Walkers Group

We are the High Weald Walkers Group. 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

A moderate and quite hilly walk with a total ascent of approximately 1200’. An extensive circulation of Ashdown Forest enjoying views from all four points of the compass. Dropping down to Newbridge, then turning west for a gentle climb to the Ashdown Forest Centre (coffee & loos) then south to Chelwood Vachery Forest Garden, and east to Millbrook where there are seats for lunch. South east towards Nutley Windmill and Friends Clump, then north east to Camp Hill for a brief rest before heading north to Kings Standing and back to the start at Gills Lap carpark.
Almost all the walk is within the Forest but there are two short road walks, and eight road crossings including two of the A22. No stiles but some paths are a bit rough underfoot. Hardly any mud on the day of the recce. Poles recommended.

Tuesday, 14 October 2025
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Bring your own drinks and picnic. (Ashdown Forest Centre is not open for refreshment)

Walk Leader – Malcolm McDonnell – 07891 421288

All participants walk at their own risk and are responsible for wearing suitable attire and bringing their own refreshments. Personal first aid kits are recommended.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 46755 31538
Nearest postcode:
TN7 4EU
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Start time:
9:45 am

Meet up point is Gills Lap carpark – Ashdown Forest Please note parking charges apply.

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