Patching is a rural village situated on the southern slopes of the South Downs in West Sussex. The region features rolling countryside, ascending from lower elevations to over 600 feet at the crest of the South Downs, and is well-wooded, with about a seventh of its land covered by woodland. This diverse topography, including chalk hills, winding lanes, and rural tracks, provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more. Its location within…
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41
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23.2km
01:45
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.3km
02:02
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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52.2km
03:41
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440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.90km
01:19
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60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.0km
03:48
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.2km
02:44
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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131
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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130
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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103
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42.3km
01:45
170m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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24.9km
01:02
40m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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89
runners
15.4km
01:44
190m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.67km
01:03
120m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.42km
00:44
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.8km
01:14
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140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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66
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95.8km
05:29
150m
150m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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182
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64.8km
03:45
90m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.3km
00:56
20m
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53.8km
03:01
90m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32.4km
02:27
450m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.3km
01:55
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.5km
02:06
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.9km
01:54
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Patching offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse topography, from rolling countryside to the South Downs, provides varied terrain for these sports. Komoot features 82 routes in the area.
Patching is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 42,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Patching offers numerous road cycling routes, utilizing winding lanes and rural tracks. The terrain includes ascents towards the South Downs, reaching over 600 feet (183 meters) in elevation. For detailed options, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Patching guide.
Hiking in Patching includes a network of footpaths, with options ranging from gentle rambles to trails on the South Downs. The Monarch's Way, a long-distance footpath, crosses Michelgrove Park. Hikers can also explore the remnants of Neolithic flint mines northwest of the village. Find more information in the Hiking around Patching guide.
Patching offers family-friendly routes, particularly for hiking and touring cycling. The area's tranquil environment and varied terrain, including less-trafficked lanes and paths, are suitable for different fitness levels. Komoot highlights several routes as family-friendly.
Patching is characterized by rolling countryside, the South Downs, and extensive woodlands. Notable natural features include Patching Pond, a 5.5-acre body of water, and bluebell woods that are vibrant in spring. The region is part of the South Downs National Park.
Yes, Patching provides trails for both mountain biking and gravel biking. The diverse terrain, including rural tracks and ascents on the South Downs, offers suitable conditions for these sports. Specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Patching and Gravel biking around Patching guides.
Historical landmarks near Patching's routes include Michelgrove Park, crossed by the Monarch's Way, and the remnants of Neolithic flint mines. Further afield, ancient hillforts like Chanctonbury Ring and Cissbury Ring offer historical interest and views. The village itself has historic churches.
Komoot offers several guides for Patching, covering various activities. These include Road Cycling Routes around Patching, Hiking around Patching, Cycling around Patching, and Running Trails around Patching.
The elevation in Patching ranges from approximately 80 to 160 feet (24 to 49 meters) in the south, gradually ascending to over 600 feet (183 meters) at the crest of the South Downs in the north. This diverse topography provides varied challenges for outdoor activities.
For inquiries regarding the Patching area, the Patching Parish Council can be contacted. Their official website is patching.claphamandpatching-pc.gov.uk. The phone number for the Patching Parish Council is 07824 709061.

