Kingley Vale was designated one of the country’s
first National Nature Reserves in 1952. It is owned by
Natural England and the West Dean Estate, who manage
the Reserve protecting its special habitats, wildlife
and heritage.

Kingley Vale is known for its twisted and ancient yew trees
and includes a grove of veteran trees which are among
the oldest living things in Britain. Several are at least
500 years old, with the oldest measuring more than five
metres in girth.

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Erik

February 28, 2021

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Home to some of Britain's oldest yew trees - some 2,000 years young!

Dom Stancombe

July 25, 2022

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Well marked trail now created to take you through the ancient yew trees.

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1. Kingley Vale Trail

5.93km

01:41

130m

Hike the easy 3.7-mile Kingley Vale Trail through ancient yew forests and chalk grasslands, enjoying panoramic views in South Downs National

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2. The Trundle and Devil's Humps loop from Singleton

18.6km

05:18

420m

Hike the challenging 11.6-mile Trundle and Devil's Humps loop from Singleton, featuring ancient sites and panoramic views.

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3. St. Mary’s Church, Stoughton – View of the South Downs Fields loop from Funtington

14.2km

04:04

340m

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

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Distance 1.55 km

Uphill 120 m

Downhill 0 m

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Location: Funtington, Chichester, West Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Kingley Vale's Ancient Yew Trees

1. Kingley Vale Trail

2. The Trundle and Devil's Humps loop from Singleton

3. St. Mary’s Church, Stoughton – View of the South Downs Fields loop from Funtington

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