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 or trying to have a digital detox. 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
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...
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...
People splashing in river

Bignor Hill

Bignor Hill stands tall and provides extreme challenges for ...
Two people walking through South Downs

Pied A Terre

Pied A Terre offer guided walking activities for all in and ...
Three people jumping in the air at Worthing beach

Worthing Sea Front walk

For a simple seafront walk, look no further than a stroll do...
Birdseye image of High Weald countryside

High Weald

Another area of outstanding natural beauty in in the north e...
Blue butterfly

South Downs Wildlife

Explore the South Downs National Park and its amazing wildli...
Elise and family in Pagham

Pagham Harbour and Sidlesham Quay walk

A 2-mile easy access circular walk exploring the Pagham Harb...
Paragliding down Devils Dyke

Devil’s Dyke

Immerse yourself in one of the longest, deepest and widest d...
Queen Elizabeth Country Park

Queen Elizabeth Country Park

Queen Elizabeth Country Park is located just outside West Su...
a boat by a brick bridge

Wellness Walking Tours

Wellness Walking Tours specialise in unique guided walking e...
Jade Smith working on orged metal works

Chichester Art Trail

The Chichester Open Studios Art Trail sees 159 artists exhib...
Man leaning on walking post looking out to country landscape

Vespucci Adventures

Vespucci Adventures evolved from our passion for long distan...
Ditchling Beacon at sunset

Ditchling Beacon

Panoramic views from the top of the world.  Stand at the to...
Mother and baby on countryside hike with buggy

A Walk for All Bramber

A Walk for All Bramber is a 2.2 mile route along the River A...
Two people walking through South Downs

Map reading and skills courses

Pied A Terre Skills Academy has been providing courses for i...

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.