The aim is to complete the 100 mile South Down's Way, walking from Winchester to Eastbourne, in a series of ten Friday walks
Coronavirus Update: Not surprisingly, this Challenge has been cancelled for this year. We hope to resume Health Walks when the coronavirus restrictions end, and the South Downs Way Challenge is will be active again in 2021!
Walks will be led by Richard. The distance of each leg varies from approx 8 miles to 13 miles of undulating terrain. Some days will be tougher than others and will depend on length, terrain, weather and your fitness. Three of the longest walks will be the first three (from Winchester to Cocking Hill - 35.9 miles in total).
#1 27 March - Winchester to Exton (Pub)
#2 3 April - Exton to Buriton Car Park QE2 Country Park
#2 17 April - Buriton to Cocking Hill (car park)
#4 15 May - Cocking Hill to Bury Hill (cafe)
#5 22 May - Bury Hill to Washington (car park)
#6 5 June - Washington to Truleigh Hill (Youth Hostel & cafe)
#7 19 June - Truleigh Hill to Ditchling Beacon (car park)
#8 3 July - Ditchling Beacon to Rodmell (pub)
#9 17 July - Rodmell to Exceat (cafe)
#10 7 August - Exceat to Eastbourne
You must have;
- Good walking shoes or boots
- Waterproof and windproof rain jacket and trousers
- Water/drinks bottles (two litres)
- Reasonable fitness (there will be hills!)
You must carry;
- a day bag (small rucksack)
- your drinks
- a layer or two of dry clothing
- your lunch
- snacks, fruit
Please note we all walk at our own risk, and neither the organisers or the Horsham & Shipley Community Project can be held responsible or be liable for any loss or injury.
