Levin Down is easy to see. As you come over the ridge at Goodwood racecourse it stands alone – a hill covered in natural scrubby grassland; the olive green hues are so different from the synthetic emerald of the agricultural fields and viridian forestry plantations that form the surrounding landscape. It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest; indeed the reason that Levin has so much of its wildlife value still intact is hinted at in the name, which is derived from ‘Leave-Alone Hill’, meaning that the land was too steep for the plough or other intensive agriculture.

Ian Baines

February 14, 2023

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Great walk up to here from Singleton on good paths

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1. Levin Down and Trundle loop from East Dean — South Downs National Park

11.8km

03:28

330m

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

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2. Hat Hill to Levin Down Trail

8.30km

02:21

180m

Hike the moderate 5.2-mile Hat Hill to Levin Down Trail in South Downs National Park, featuring chalk grassland, ancient woodlands, and scen

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3. The Fox Goes Free Inn – Levin Down loop from Singleton

4.70km

01:20

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 160 m

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

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Levin Down

1. Levin Down and Trundle loop from East Dean — South Downs National Park

2. Hat Hill to Levin Down Trail

3. The Fox Goes Free Inn – Levin Down loop from Singleton

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