View from Rackham Hill summit – View Across the South Downs loop from Amberley

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View from Rackham Hill summit – View Across the South Downs loop from Amberley

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View from Rackham Hill summit – View Across the South Downs loop from Amberley

03:21

12.0km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.01 km

View of South Downs and Amberley

Highlight • Natural

This is part of the South Downs Way, and it is, as most of it is, stunning, with clear views down over pristine countryside and nearby Amberley.

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2.66 km

View from Rackham Hill summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Rackham Hill is a picturesque summit on the South Downs Way. The hill affords far-reaching views over the Sussex Weald and the English Channel.

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3.22 km

Springhead Estate, South Downs National Park

Highlight • Forest

4.28 km

View Across the South Downs

Highlight • Viewpoint

A heart-pounding climb will bring you to a glorious ridgetop where you will be afforded some magnificent views across the rolling hills and lush green landscapes that make up the …

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7.79 km

View of Parham House

Highlight • Historical Site

A nice walk through the park. Deer can often be seen

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10.7 km

Terrace at The Sportsman Pub

Highlight • Pub

11.5 km

Black Horse Pub

Highlight • Pub

11.6 km

Amberley Village Tearooms

Highlight • Cafe

Amazing teas, insane cakes

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12.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.69 km

3.64 km

2.83 km

1.68 km

109 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.12 km

4.74 km

1.56 km

566 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 6 November

12°C

4°C

19 %

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Comments

July 30, 2023,Amberley and Parham

A good mix of terrains and varied scenery, walking with David (and Bowie), Penny and Paul. Started in bright sun, but persistent drizzle by the end.

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View from Rackham Hill summit – View Across the South Downs loop from Amberley

View of South Downs and Amberley

View from Rackham Hill summit

Springhead Estate, South Downs National Park

View Across the South Downs

View of Parham House

Terrace at The Sportsman Pub

Black Horse Pub

Amberley Village Tearooms

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