Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2024

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High Weald AONB

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Start point

Train Station

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1.30 km

Stone Outcrop with Exposed Tree Roots in Pilstye Wood

Highlight • Forest

At one end of Pilstye Wood, you'll see this stone outcrop where you can perfectly observe the roots of a tree that grew in a very challenging location.

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1.95 km

'An Eye for an Eye' Quote Plaque

Highlight • Structure

A random painted wood block found just after the gate

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4.56 km

View of the Ouse Valley Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

One of the country's most beautiful, ornate viaducts, the Ouse Valley Viaduct is still in use today, carrying trains between London and Brighton. It has 37 spans and is a …

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4.68 km

Balcombe Ouse Valley Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

This spot is where you will get the classic standing in the archway infinity shots which are really cool but be prepared for a bit a queue to take them. A really busy place for a good reason.

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6.45 km

Ardingly Reservoir Activity Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Apart from a café bar where you can stop for a break, this center offers a variety of activities at Ardingly Reservoir, including junior and adult sailing, paddleboard rentals, and the opportunity to try windsurfing, among others.

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9.26 km

Ardingly Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Also a Local Nature Reserve, Ardingly Reservoir was built in the 1970s. It is a wildlife haven with Ospreys even seen here. There are two bird hides on this eastern …

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10.3 km

Bench and Millstones on Woodland Steps

Highlight • Forest

If you fancy a break before the short flight of stairs, this bench, placed here by The Balcombe Footpaths & Countryside Association in 1993, is the perfect spot!

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11.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.69 km

3.74 km

1.00 km

918 m

370 m

Surfaces

3.65 km

3.46 km

1.64 km

1.59 km

1.11 km

275 m

Elevation

Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Stone Outcrop with Exposed Tree Roots in Pilstye Wood

'An Eye for an Eye' Quote Plaque

View of the Ouse Valley Viaduct

Balcombe Ouse Valley Viaduct

Ardingly Reservoir Activity Centre

Ardingly Reservoir

Bench and Millstones on Woodland Steps

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