The Top 5 Gorges in South Downs
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 5
to choose from in South Downs. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in South Downs.
to choose from in South Downs. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in South Downs.
Last updated: November 14, 2025
Devil's Dyke
Highlight • Historical Site
Devil's Dyke is a v-shaped chalkland dry valley that’s home to wildflowers and many species of butterflies. Unique and picturesque, it's a popular destination for hiking or relaxing in nature. …
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Standean Bottom
Highlight • Gorge
The South Downs are well known for their beautifully sculpted ‘bottoms’ (glacial coombes scooped out by ice) but even regular South Downs wanderers might be hard pressed to tell you …
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Grandfather's Bottom
Highlight • Viewpoint
Beautiful little valley bowl on the way up to Butser Hill. Stunning quintessential English countryside at its best!
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Caburn Bottom
Highlight • Gorge
Caburn Bottom is nestled below Mount Caburn and offers a picturesque walking landscape featuring chalk grassland, diverse wildlife and breathtaking views
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Hammer Lane
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Hammer Lane is an impressive narrow sunken road in Chithurst cutting through sandstone and passing over Hammer stream.
It’s a lovely section of road cycling, typical of the quiet lanes in this part of West Sussex.
It’s a lovely section of road cycling, typical of the quiet lanes in this part of West Sussex.
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