About Us
The South Downs Way is a magnificent 100-mile National Trail which covers 48 spectacular miles in West Sussex, making it one of the most rewarding walks in the south of England.
We specialise in unique, privately guided walks within a 20-mile radius of Arundel. Our walks will take you through some of the best most scenic countryside West Sussex has to offer and range between 3 to 13 miles. Discover and explore these beautiful landscapes that are hidden, yet nestled within the South Downs national park.
Our walks are for anyone who loves the great outdoors and nature, no need to worry about getting lost or where you’re going, our guide will be leading the route, allowing you to just relax and enjoy your personal time with your family or friends, uninterrupted quality time. This is the perfect stress release with the comfort of knowing you are wandering in the correct direction, enjoying the stunning views and whole outdoor experience, you’re visiting this beautiful region so why not enjoy its best bits.
Whether you are a group of friends, family, couples, colleagues, or a solo walker, we can guide you safely. We have been walking the trails of West Sussex and its surrounding areas for over 30 years and the benefits walking brings are endless.
Stroll through ancient woodlands, flower rich meadows, towering river valleys, pass majestic castles and enjoy tranquil picture postcard villages that really allow you to escape! Follow rivers full of wildlife and take in the stunning panoramic sea views of the Southdown’s coastline, while sampling the delicious local produce along the way should you choose.
The diverse habitat of the South Downs Way supports all kinds of rare birds, plants, reptiles, amphibians, fish and small mammals as well as our awesome pollinators.
Often you can see buzzards and Red Kites soaring above you on the thermals and recently white tail eagles paid us a visit although don’t hold your breath to see these, these really were a treat.
The South Downs national park continues to inspire artists, poets, writers, and adventures, allow us to guide you safely through this spectacular part of the countryside.
Please look at our guided walk options or speak to us if a bespoke walk is required. Bespoke walks can also be tailored towards a specific point of interest, or a Country pub stop if desired as West Sussex boasts many award-winning pubs and country Inns.
Walking the great outdoors has stamped its mark on being one of the healthiest activities you can do for so many reasons, it’s a low impact activity that makes you happier from the offset! We embrace this and simply love walking, come and join us, escape with Wellness Walking Tours.
Meet the Team
John
After nearly 30 years in the corporate world John founded Wellness walking tours in 2021.
Having lived in West Sussex for over 38 years he has extensive knowledge of the local area and its stunning surroundings, best trails to walk and his favourite pastime, best places to eat and drink.
John is also a keen skydive photographer/ videographer and a British qualified parachutist holding a category C licence with nearly 500 skydive jumps to his name, he has skydived internationally including the USA, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe, not to mention one of his favourite UK clubs based in Dunkeswell Devon.
When he’s on holiday alongside relaxing, he likes to find some time to Scuba dive and has now achieved the Padi advanced open water scuba diving qualification and is looking to do the technical diving course next. He also enjoys, fishing, Ski holidays, reading or powering through a good box set.
Lianne
Lianne works for a local law firm but helps at Wellness Walking Tours with the administration and social media side of things. She is currently studying to become a Legal Executive and will be qualified in 2023.
She enjoys giving time to her local community matters such as helping through the Dementia Friends Charity as well as being an active member of the Bognor Regis Women’s institute.
In her spare time, she loves a good walk and often plans holidays around great walking tracks in Dorset, Cornwall, Devon and even Croatia. You may get to meet Lianne on a Wellness Walk soon as she quite often joins us.
Paul
Paul was an early adopter of walking, hiking and the great outdoors by shadowing his father who was a Peak District warden. That early experience set the tone for his great love of being in the countryside. After an eclectic career that started as a Savoy trained chef to retiring last year as a TV executive Paul is now one of our regular guides. With an advanced diploma in personal training, he also has a keen interest in the great benefits of getting out of the office.
Always active Paul is a PADI rescue diver, a regular skier and often down the gym at a Crossfit class, yet his love of food means he knows where to find the best café or pub on your walk to enjoy the tastiest meals West Sussex has to offer.
