Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 22, 2026

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.29 km

River Itchen and Itchen Stoke Mill

Highlight • Structure

so peaceful not a sound but running water.

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7.31 km

Cheesefoot Head

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

Cheesefoot Head is a natural amphitheatre and beauty spot that provides sweeping vistas of the South Downs.

The area holds historical significance as well. During World War II, it served …

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8.98 km

Cheesefoot Head

Highlight • Natural Monument

Great lookout over the Matterley Bowl, a natural amphitheatre.

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9.06 km

Warren Lane Wildflower Meadow and View

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Lovely climb or descent, beautiful views from the top.

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10.9 km

Old Down Plantation

Forest

11.9 km

Longwood

Forest

16.5 km

View of Wildflower Fields in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice place to stop if you need a break. Very tranquil.

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23.5 km

Quiet Country Lane in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Forest

Not too steep. Really good bike touring route. Not too busy!

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31.3 km

Watercress Beds

Highlight • Other

31.6 km

Ford at the Old Watercress Beds

Highlight • River

Lovely peaceful walk with Mabel

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34.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.6 km

6.99 km

6.05 km

1.11 km

768 m

Surfaces

20.6 km

11.4 km

2.14 km

295 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Cheesefoot Head

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View of Wildflower Fields in South Downs National Park

Quiet Country Lane in South Downs National Park

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