Guided Walks in the South Downs near Arundel
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OPTION 1 – Private or Group Guided Walk
Select your walk from fantastic set guided walk options below, contact us with the date you wish to participate and the number of people in your group, we will then get straight back to you to discuss your booking, payment options and availability for your selected date, or answer any questions you may have.
Our walks will allow you to safely discover and explore the stunning, scenic landscapes the south downs have to offer, its wildlife, award winning country inns, delicious local produce, majestic castles, ancient forests, rivers lakes and tea rooms.
The set walks below can also be privately booked for your group, which costs slightly less, just look at group price, maximum people for a private group booking are 8. We keep our group size small for a more rewarding experience but please speak to us if you have a larger group in mind.
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OPTION 2 – Private Bespoke Walks
Also extremely popular is our bespoke walking guide service, ideal for family and friends, or treat yourselves to an exclusive couples walk. Bespoke walks are similarly priced at just £40 an hour off-season (£45 from spring) per group of up to eight people, with a minimum booking time of 1.5 hours. If there are more people in your group then please just let us know. Just tell us the duration you wish to walk and what you would like to see and we will work our magic with the route all within the breathtaking South Downs countryside. Maybe you’d like a picnic on the way or we can include a visit to one of the amazing country pubs that can be found on one of our routes.
Coming from London? John can meet you off the train at Arundel or Amberley. See our guide to day trips from London by train.
Staying in Chichester? Arundel is about 20 minutes away. Here’s how to get from Chichester to Arundel for a guided walk.
Not sure which walk to pick? Our guide to walks in West Sussex compares the areas we explore, the wildlife you might see and where to stop for lunch.
What is a wellness walk? Our guide to wellness walks explains what makes a walk good for body and mind, and how a guided walk lets you switch off.
Planning a day out for your team? See our team wellbeing walks for groups of up to 20.
We want to give you exactly what you want from a walk and the surrounding area. See our classic walks below or request a bespoke walk; please contact us with your request, and we will get straight back to you with all the details.
Walk 1
Family Nature and Wildlife Walk
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- Distance: Approximately 3.8 miles
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes (a relaxed walk with stops), suitable for all ages.
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Group size: Maximum 8 guests
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Private groups of 5 or more receive a special discounted rate
£16 per adult and £10 per child – fantastic value for a family trip out.
More info about the walk
This is the perfect guided walk if you are limited for time yet want to experience stunning countryside, finishing your tour at the fantastic Black Rabbit pub which sits on the banks of the river Arun. This walk includes breathtaking views of the surrounding area, its patchwork fields, rolling South Downs hills, stretches of the River Arun, a woodland stroll, and idyllic picturesque villages, including an 11th-century chapel, not forgetting the fantastic views of the majestic Arundel Castle.
Once back at the starting point, you can treat yourself to a well-deserved drink or meal; we can even book ahead for you to guarantee you a seat.
Drinks and meals are not included in the price
Dogs are welcome but are always solely the responsibility of the owner and will need to be kept on a lead on some parts of the walk. Please let us know in advance if you intend to bring your fluffy friend.
All our guides are first-aid qualified.
Details
| Starting point | Arundel |
| Terrain | Downland, meadow, river, forest |
| Suitability | Family, couples, novice walkers, experienced walkers, group or solo walkers |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Duration | Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Finishing point | Arundel |
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View to Amberley mount on one of our guided walks in the South Downs
View of Houghton on our guided walks in the South Downs
The South Woods on one of our guided our walk with Wellness Walking Tours
A view of the River Arun on a guided walk in West Sussex
Beautiful South Stoke on one of our guided walks
Heading into the forest on one of our guided walks
A view of South Stoke on a guided walk in the South Downs
The Black Rabbit is one of the country pubs we visit on our guided walks
Walk 2
Burpham Village, Saxon Church, and Angmering Estate Walk
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- Distance: Approximately 6 miles.
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours with stops.
- Group size: Maximum 8 guests
- Private groups of 5 or more receive a special discounted rate
Price: £24 per adult £12 per child.
More info about the walk
Less than 4 miles from Arundel sits the beautiful ancient village of Burpham. The village boasts a Saxon church and one of the best 17th century country pubs in West Sussex. The walk starts in the village of Burpham then heads up into the ancient blue bell woods of Angmering park (springtime) eventually reaching, without doubt, one the most impressive bridleway views the county, and its surrounding areas has to offer, including its coastline. Enjoy this half day guided walk experience, with its spectacular sea views and amazing south downs scenery.
Once back at the starting point you can treat yourself to a well-deserved drink or meal, we can even book ahead for you to guarantee you a seat.
Drinks and meals are not included in the price
Dogs are welcome but are always solely the responsibility of the owner and will need to be kept on a lead on some parts of the walk. Please let us know in advance if you intend to bring your fluffy friend.
All our guides are first aid qualified.
Details
| Starting point | ‘The George at Burpham’ |
| Terrain | Downland, meadow, woodland |
| Suitability | Family, couples, novice walkers, experienced walkers, group or solo walkers |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Duration | Approximately 3 hours |
| Finishing point | ‘The George at Burpham’ |
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The George at Burpham just one of the stunning country pubs we include on our guided walks
Views to Burpham on the one of our guided walks
A wonderful view from Trigg Point on one of our guided walks
A view of a patchwork of fields on one of our guided walks
a stream in Burpham viewed from one of our guided West Sussex walks
Bluebell Woodland in bloom in springtime on a guided walk in the South Downs
A view of one of the beautiful Sussex villages you will discover on our guided walks
Bridal path tunnel on one of our guided walks
Walk 3
Valleys, Vineyards & Cream Tea Walk
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- Distance: Approximately 5.5 miles
- Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours including stops
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Group Size: Maximum 8 people
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Private groups of 4 receive a special discounted rate.
Option 3a
Adults £43 (including traditional cream tea) | £32 without; Children £25 (including children’s cream tea or meal and drink) £16 without
Option 3b
This walk also has the option to end at the famous Bridge Inn country pub if a cream tea doesn’t hit the mark.
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Relax and enjoy this half day guided walk experience whilst soaking up the stunning south downs scenery and its spectacular sea views. This walk includes, riverbanks, valleys, vineyards, wild meadows and off the beaten track trails ending with a well-deserved delicious cream tea in a picturesque river setting.
Option 3a – Cream tea is included in price
Option 3b – Drinks and meals are not included in the price
Dogs are welcome but are always solely the responsibility of the owner and will need to be kept on the lead on some parts of the walk. Please let us know in advance if you intend to bring your fluffy friend.
All our guides are first aid qualified.
Details
| Starting point | Amberley |
| Terrain | Downland, meadow, river |
| Suitability | Family, couples, novice walkers, experienced walkers, group or solo walkers |
| Difficulty | Easy-moderate |
| Duration | Half day 4 hours |
| Finishing point | Amberley |
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Off the beaten track in the South Downs on one of our guided walks
Stunning South Downs views on one of our guided walks
Summer days and views for miles on one of our guided walks
Reggie and Murphy enjoy a rest on one of our guided walks
A view to the west on one of our South Downs guided walks
Amberley Bridge and Cream Teas on one of our guided walks
Valleys and views on one on our guided walks
Rolling hills on one of our guided walks
Walk 4
Historic Arundel to Amberley, Full Day Hike
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- Distance: Approximately 11 miles.
- Duration: Approximately 6.5 hours (full day). Pub lunch at one of the oldest pubs in Sussex, dating back to 1276.
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Group Size: Maximum 8 people
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Private groups of 4 receive a special discounted rate.
£45 per adult off-season (£50 from spring) and £20 per child (children must be over 12) (drinks and meals are not included in the price).
More info about the walk
Escape on this 11-mile full-day hike, taking in all the best highlights and varied landscapes the region has to offer, including off-the-beaten-track trails that could easily be missed by someone not familiar with the area.
Starting off in the historic town of Arundel, we head off along the river Arun to the picturesque village of Burpham, carving our way up and over the South Downs into Amberley, passing Amberley Museum where they filmed James Bond’s ‘A View to a Kill’, and eventually arriving at one of the oldest pubs in Sussex, ‘The George & Dragon’ in Houghton, to enjoy a well-deserved lunch break and its outstanding views.
From there we drop down into woodlands before we begin the ascent up to the top of Arundel Park, passing the beautiful Swanbourne Lake before the final stretch along the river Arun or avenue of lime trees ending in Arundel, where you will be spoilt for choice with restaurants, cafes, bars, quirky shops, galleries, and hotels.
Drinks and meals are not included in the price
Dogs are welcome but are always solely the responsibility of the owner and will need to be kept on a lead on some parts of the walk. Please let us know in advance if you intend to bring your fluffy friend.
All our guides are first aid qualified.
Details
| Starting point | Arundel |
| Terrain | Downland, meadow, river, forests |
| Suitability | Family, couples, novice walkers, experienced walkers, group or solo walkers |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Duration | Full day 6.5 hours approximately |
| Finishing point | Arundel |
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A River boat rests in the shade on one of our guided walks
Arundel castle views on our guided walk
The South Woods on a guided walk in the South Downs
Arundel High Street views on our guided walks
Swanbourne lake view on our guided walk
The George Dragon country pub in West Sussex is one of the pubs we visit on our guided walks
Rolling hills and stunning views on our guided walks
Spring lambs on one of our guided walks
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