Where does the South Downs Way start in Winchester?

the Winchester City Mill
Highlights of the South Downs Way: – Starting in the cathedral city of Winchester, the official start of the route is at the Winchester City Mill, where maps and additional information can be found Keep an eye out for otters in and around the mill.

How long does it take to walk the 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.

Where does the South Downs Way End in Winchester?

One of the most popular National Trails in the country, the South Downs Way, has finally got an official western start/end point at the National Trust’s Winchester City Mill.

Can you walk the South Downs Way in 4 days?

This means you could do the South Downs Way in just four weekends. It is, of course, possible to do the whole route in one go, and to do so you need about eight days although if you’re prepared for some longer days, it should be possible to do it in six or seven instead.

Is the South Downs nice?

Breathtaking, mysterious, beautiful and inspiring – the South Downs is all these things. But there are some gems in England’s newest National Park that have an extra sprinkling of spectacular – those kind of “wow” spots capable of leaving a permanent footprint on your bank of feel-good memories.

Can you cycle the South Downs Way?

The 160km long South Downs Way is the only UK’s National Trail which is fully traversable by bike and there are many ways to enjoy it. You could ride along the ridge to reach Ditchling Beacon and enjoy the view or cycle along the Hampshire Hangers and single track mountain bike trails at Queen Elizabeth Country Park.

How long is the South Downs Way in miles?

100 miles
About the Trail The 100 miles (160 Km) long South Downs Way National Trail follows the old routes and droveways along the chalk escarpment and ridges of the South Downs.