Tour Overview
Rail Trails
A 5 mile circular walk around stunning countryside to the east of Shoreham, through a network of dry valleys and woodland with panoramic vistas across the landscape from the valley tops.
Start / end point: Shoreham station
Length: 5 miles / 8km
Terrain: Fields and tracks with some on-road sections. Undulating path. Some steep slopes up and down. Two busy road crossings
Accessibility: Two long uphill flights of steps (138 and 66 steps), kissing gates and stiles on this walk
Toilets/refreshments: In Shoreham village
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OS Explorer map: 147
On The Way: Explore hidden dry valleys that cut deep into the Downs and enjoy fine views of rolling countryside. Pass through an abandoned golf course reverting back to nature. A chance to visit a monument to the aviation pioneer, Percy Pilcher. Pass through a former military firing range.
Stops
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Stop 1: Stop 1
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Stop 2: Stop 2
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Stop 3: Stop 3
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Stop 4: Stop 4
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Stop 5: Stop 5
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Stop 6: Stop 6
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Stop 7: Stop 7
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Stop 8: Stop 8
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Stop 9: Stop 9
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Stop 10: Stop 10
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