Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Parking

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668 m

View of Harting Down

Harting Down is one of the largest areas of ancient chalk downland in Britain and is managed by the National Trust. Within this timeless grassland, you can find wild herbs, …

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2.07 km

View from Beacon Hill

From the summit of Beacon Hill, you are afforded wonderful views that stretch for miles in all directions. If you are hiking the South Downs Way, the trail actually takes …

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2.50 km

Pen Hill

I really enjoyed this section of the South Downs Way. Wide white chalky paths with lush green fields all around. Beautiful.

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8.73 km

Bridleway with Views of Beacon Hill, South Downs National Park

You have stunning views all around you here. You are surrounded by lush rolling countryside, woodland and Beacon Hill is poking its head up into the sky nearby.

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10.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.32 km

3.50 km

1.07 km

539 m

270 m

177 m

Surfaces

6.13 km

2.11 km

1.72 km

641 m

270 m

Elevation

Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Beacon Hill and Hooksway loop from Harting Down — South Downs National Park

View of Harting Down

View from Beacon Hill

Pen Hill

Bridleway with Views of Beacon Hill, South Downs National Park

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