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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.

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
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Overview

This morning walk takes us from the reservoir through the Ouse Valley across the land belonging to the  Balcombe Estate and the Bordehill Estate, we partially follow the Ouse Valley Way and under the Balcombe Viaduct. 
This walk takes us across farm land and there are likely to be cattle somewhere on the route.

Please bring a snack.

Please text the leader if you plan to join this walk.

If you decide to come on the day please arrive in good time for a 10am start and please check the website in case of cancellation.

Sunday, 17 May 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
7.7km / 4.8mi
Ascent:
137.2m / 450ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 33516 28694
Nearest postcode:
RH17 6SQ
what3words:
bloom.scorch.villas
Start time:
10:00 am

Ardingly Reservoir Car Park

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