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South Downs Way — Hike ancient paths and unique landscapes

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Long Distance Hikes

South Downs Way — Hike ancient paths and unique landscapes

Hiking Collection by Dan Hobson

South Downs Way — Hike ancient paths and unique landscapes

8 days

4-8 h/day

167km

3,210m

3,190m

The South Downs Way is a long-distance hike through some of England’s most beautiful countryside. Following the chalk escarpment and ridges of the South Downs, the trail affords epic views, enchanting prehistory and the opportunity to observe rare flora and fauna. 

Starting from Winchester, the Way heads east through the South Downs National Park to finish at the magnificent white cliffs at Eastbourne. The official route is 100 miles (161 km). However, to make sure each stage finishes somewhere with…

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South Downs Way

161km

2,910m

2,880m

Last updated: November 21, 2024

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Stage 1: Winchester to Exton — South Downs Way

19.9km

05:23

280m

250m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate

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Collection Stats

Activities

8

Distance

167 km

Duration

46:40 h

Elevation

3,210 m

3,190 m

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