Walks and trails

West Sussex is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors on two feet whether you’re an experienced walker, looking for a short stroll, trying to have a digital detox, out with the family or fancy walking to one of our country pubs. The county boasts 48 miles of the South Downs Way’s impressive 100-mile national trail. So if you’re like us and would rather take it a chunk at a time, West Sussex is a great place to start.

Walking in West Sussex
Surfer walking home on Seaford Head

South Downs Way

If you're looking for attractive wildlife, visible prehistor...
A man posing for a picture in a field

Houghton Forest and Slindon walk

Head down to Houghton Forest for an 8.5 mile jaunt around th...
Woman holding young girl and dog in a park

Horsham and Denne Hill walk

A 3-mile circular walk from the market town of Horsham, that...
Two people walking through South Downs

Self-guided walking adventures

Pied A Terre Adventures is an expert walking and hiking trav...
Ditchling Beacon at sunset

Ditchling Beacon

Panoramic views from the top of the world.  Stand at the to...
Jade Smith working on orged metal works

Chichester Art Trail

The Chichester Open Studios Art Trail sees 159 artists exhib...
Elise and family in Pagham

Pagham Harbour and Sidlesham Quay walk

A 2-mile easy access circular walk exploring the Pagham Harb...

Ardingly Reservoir

The tranquil Ardingly reservoir can be found 3 miles north o...
A couple walking through Tilgate Park

Tilgate Forest

Located in the High Weald area of West Sussex, near Crawley ...
Two people walking two alpacas

Our Back Garden

Home of “The ultimate alpaca walking and farm experiencesâ...
Woman posing with hands on her hips

Arundel and Amberley walk

The perfect place to get away from hectic life in the city, ...
A group of cyclists queuing at Cadence Cycle Club's Hub

Cadence Cycle Club

Cadence Cycle Club is a collective of enthusiastic cyclists ...
An old image of Henfield with a horse and carriage

Henfield Village and Common trail

Did you know that Henfield is a village that grew on a sands...
A woman and dog overlooking the South Downs in summer

Heads Up Navigation

Heads Up Navigation is about encouraging people to learn how...
Buchan country park lake

Buchan Country Park

Buchan Country Park is 170 acres of beautiful countryside ri...
Pathway leading up to the white 'Jill' windmill, one of two windmills in Sussex making up the Jack and Jill Windmills

Jack and Jill Windmills

The Jack and Jill Windmills stand on the South Downs above t...

Country to coast

There are so many routes to take and trails to discover that you’ll be in your element, whether you’re a weekend stroller or an experienced hiker. Nestled within the foothills of the South Downs, you’ll find treasured trails that boast an array of woodland, hedgerow, farmland and wildlife.

For a short walk that takes in the coastline, try Littlehampton to Climping. It’s a great distance for families and this beginner walk takes you takes you from country to coast in one easy route.

There’s so much to discover in West Sussex, whichever path you take, and, for the adventurous among you, why don’t you unearth your own adventure?

Dog walks in West Sussex
Country walks in West Sussex

Local guides

Get inspiration for your next trip with the help of our local guides. Discover top attractions, fun things to do and exciting new experiences. There is something for everyone in West Sussex.