How long does it take to walk South Downs Way?

How long does it take to walk South Downs Way?

How long does it take to complete the Trail? Most people take 8 or 9 days to walk the whole 100 miles (160km) at 12 – 15 miles (25km) a day. It’s worth considering if you are walking that the villages where accommodation is are at the foot of the hill so you’ll have to walk down in the evening and up in the morning.

What is the best part of the South Downs Way?

Best Views on The South Downs Way

  • Butser Hill, Hampshire. At 271 metres high, Butser Hill is guaranteed to give you spectacular views.
  • Ditchling Beacon, East Sussex.
  • Seven Sisters Country Park, East Sussex.
  • Black Down, West Sussex.

Is the South Downs Way hilly?

Along the route are unspoilt views of countryside, small hamlet villages and the English channel. The South Downs Way is a hilly but rewarding route for walkers and mountain bikers.

How tough is the South Downs Way?

The SDW is a low difficulty trail. There are plenty of hills but there is nothing technically difficult about walking up and down them.

Is the South Downs Way muddy?

A steep climb up on a narrow track lead up to the first of what would be many muddy sections. With the exception of two sections, the route follows bridleways and tracks, shared with mountain bikers and horses as well as forest and farm vehicles.

Is the South Downs Way easy to follow?

How hard is it to hike the South Downs Way? This is a very manageable trail in so much as the route is easy to follow and the terrain is flat and with very little ascent. You do still need to be able to complete a long day hike comfortably with a day pack (or more if you are planning to camp).

Is the South Downs Way flat?

This is a particularly beautiful area, and almost all of the route sits in the South Downs National Park. Most days include walking up to a ridge and then enjoying the relatively flat walk for a few hours whilst you enjoy the view.

Where should I stay in South Downs walk?

Wetherdown Lodge, East Meon – a couple of miles on from Exton and right next to the South Downs Way, Wetherdown Lodge offers hostel-like accommodation in a complex called The Suistainability Centre. YHA Truleigh Hill, near Upper Beeding – on the South Downs Way itself, and a few miles on from Upper Beeding.