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Overview

Meet outside Singleton School. Walk UP to the top of Trundle, then down to West Dean, then UP to the downs, ending by descending Hat Hill to Singleton.

A hilly walk.

Saturday, 24 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Booking required, preferably by text.

Coffee break and picnic lunch break.

Please park considerately in Singleton village.

Pub and cafe in Singleton,if you fancy treating yourself at the end.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 87951 13184
Nearest postcode:
PO18 0HP
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Start time:
10:00 am

Start outside Singleton School.

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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
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE