South Downs
Description
The South Downs is a range of chalk hills in the south of England. It is one of the most important chalk landscapes in England. When hiking the South Downs Way - one of the most popular National Trails of England - one will enjoy great views over the surrounding land.
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8.0 |
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No 6. in United Kingdom
- John P June 2018
- Rate 8
- Positive Rounded hills, with long views as they are generally not tree covered, pretty villages with ancient pubs. Ox-eye daisies and a profusion of wild flowers and some prehistoric hill forts and the like
- Negative This is not mountain country!
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Books
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
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- Brighton, Lewes, Worthing, Horsham & Haywards Heath OS Landranger Active Map 198 (waterproof)
- Brighton and Lewes area, including the South Downs National Park and a section of the South Downs Way / E9 European Long-distance Path, on a waterproof and tear-resistant OS Active version of map No. 198 from the Ordnance Survey’s Landranger series at 1:50,000, with contoured and GPS compatible topographic mapping plus tourist... Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
Stanfords
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- Winchester, New Alresford & East Meon OS Explorer Active Map OL32 (waterproof)
- Winchester, New Alresford and East Meon area of Hampshire on a detailed topographic and GPS compatible map OL32, waterproof version, from the Ordnance Survey’s 1:25,000 Explorer series. Coverage includes part of the South Downs National Park with the westernmost section of the South Downs Way National Trail. Other trails include the Monarch’s... Read more
The Book Depository
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- Day Walks on the South Downs
- 20 circular routes in Hampshire & Sussex Read more
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- Stanfords, United Kingdom
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- Day Walks on the South Downs: 20 circular routes in Hampshire & Sussex
- Day Walks on the South Downs features 20 circular routes, between 6 and 14 miles (9km and 22km) in length, suitable for hill walkers of all abilities.The routes are split into three geographical areas - Hampshire, West Sussex and East Sussex - and include walks to the most historic and beautiful areas of the South Downs National Park, including... Read more
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- Stanfords, United Kingdom
Stanfords
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- Winchester, Basingstoke, Andover & Romsey OS Landranger Active Map 185 (waterproof)
- Winchester and Basingstoke area, including the westernmost part of the South Downs National Park and a section of the South Downs Way, on a waterproof and tear-resistant OS Active version of map No. 185 from the Ordnance Survey’s Landranger series at 1:50,000, with contoured and GPS compatible topographic mapping plus tourist information.MOBILE... Read more
The Book Depository
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- Walking the Downs Link
- Planning Guide & Reflections on Walking from St. Martha's Hill to Shoreham-By-Sea Read more
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- Alone on the South Downs Way
- A Tale of Two Journeys from Winchester to Eastbourne Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
- De Zwerver, Netherlands
Stanfords
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- Brighton, Lewes, Worthing, Horsham & Haywards Heath OS Landranger Map 198 (paper)
- Brighton and Lewes area, including the South Downs National Park and a section of the South Downs Way / E9 European Long-distance Path, on a paper version of map No. 198 from the Ordnance Survey’s Landranger series at 1:50,000, with contoured and GPS compatible topographic mapping plus tourist information.MOBILE DOWNLOADS: As well as the... Read more
De Zwerver
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Netherlands
The Book Depository
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- West Sussex: A Dog Walker's Guide
- A leisurely stroll in the countryside is always a pleasure for dog walkers. But after leaving the familiar local routes there are always the worries of suddenly finding a field full of sheep, or a busy road, not to mention the difficulty of knowing which pubs and cafes will welcome dogs. Here is a collection of 20 tried and tested circular... Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
Stanfords
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- West Sussex: A Dog Walker`s Guide
- A leisurely stroll in the countryside is always a pleasure for dog walkers. But after leaving the familiar local routes there are always the worries of suddenly finding a field full of sheep, or a busy road, not to mention the difficulty of knowing which pubs and cafes will welcome dogs. Here is a collection of 20 tried and tested circular... Read more
The Book Depository
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- Batsford's Walking Guides: South Downs
- Batsford's Walking Guides is an exciting new gift series of walking books, aimed at the weekend, family walker. These small-format, portable, hardback books have an attractive retro feel, with nostalgic line drawings and hand-drawn maps. Each of the 20 walks have been carefully selected to appeal to family walkers, most are circular and... Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
Stanfords
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- South Downs - 20 Country Walks For All The Family
- Batsford`s Walking Guides is an exciting new gift series of walking books, aimed at the weekend, family walker. These small-format, portable, hardback books have an attractive retro feel, with nostalgic line drawings and hand-drawn maps. Each of the 20 walks have been carefully selected to appeal to family walkers, most are circular and none... Read more
The Book Depository
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Alone on the South Downs Way
- A Tale of Two Journeys from Winchester to Eastbourne Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
Stanfords
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United Kingdom
- Meon Valley, Portsmouth, Gosport & Fareham OS Explorer Active Map OL3 (waterproof)
- Meon Valley, Portsmouth, Gosport and Fareham area of south Hampshire on a detailed topographic and GPS compatible map OL3, waterproof version, from the Ordnance Survey’s 1:25,000 Explorer series. Coverage extends from the coast to Owslebury and East Meon, and includes part of the South Downs National Park, a section of the South Downs Way... Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
- De Zwerver, Netherlands
Stanfords
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United Kingdom
- Eastbourne, Hastings, Crowborough, Battle & Heathfield OS Landranger Map 199 (paper)
- Eastbourne and Hastings area, including the Seven Sisters and sections of the South Downs Way and the E9 European Long-distance Path, on a paper version of map No. 199 from the Ordnance Survey’s Landranger series at 1:50,000, with contoured and GPS compatible topographic mapping plus tourist information.MOBILE DOWNLOADS: As well as the physical... Read more
De Zwerver
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Netherlands
The Book Depository
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- Countryside Dog Walks : South Downs Central
- 20 Graded Walks with No Stiles for Your Dogs Read more
Maps
The Book Depository
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- Eastbourne and Beachy Head
- Eastbourne and Beachy Head at 1:25,000 in a series of Walker Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
Stanfords
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- Eastbourne & Beachy Head AA Walker`s Map 30
- Eastbourne and Beachy Head at 1:25,000 in a series of Walker’s Maps published by the AA with the cartography from the Ordnance Survey’s Explorer series. Coverage includes Seven Sisters and the Cuckmere Haven, the start of the South Downs Way, Seaford, Newhaven, Alfriston, Firle, Glynde, Ringmer, Uckfield, Buxted, Heathfield, Herstmonceux,... Read more
The Book Depository
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- Brighton and The South Downs
- Brighton and The South Downs at 1:25,000 in a series of Walker Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
Stanfords
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- Brighton & The South Downs AA Walker`s Map 15
- Brighton and The South Downs at 1:25,000 in a series of Walker’s Maps published by the AA with the cartography from the Ordnance Survey’s Explorer series. Coverage includes Hove, Shorehan-by-Sea, Upper Beeding, Henfield, Hickstead, Hurstpierpoint, Burgess Hill, Ditchling, Plumpton, Lewes, Glynde, Ringmer, Newhaven, etc.Maps in the AA Walker’s... Read more
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- Chichester and The South Downs
- Chichester and The South Downs at 1:25,000 in a series of Walker Read more
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- Stanfords, United Kingdom
Stanfords
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- Chichester & The South Downs AA Walker`s Map 20
- Chichester and The South Downs at 1:25,000 in a series of Walker’s Maps published by the AA with the cartography from the Ordnance Survey’s Explorer series. Maps in the AA Walker’s series are identical to the OS Explorer maps and provide plenty of recreational and tourist information, indicating in England and Wales the traditional public... Read more
Stanfords
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United Kingdom
- Great Cycle Routes: The North and South Downs
- Great Cycle Routes: The North and South Downs provides a selection of enjoyable on and off road rides in the area, varying length and level of difficulty, and ranging in duration from a leisurely couple of hours to full day excursions. The book features twenty five individually graded routes, each with a factfile and full information. Useful... Read more
Stanfords
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- Kent & East Sussex Cycle Tours
- ”Kent and East Sussex” is one of 10 titles in the ”Cycle Tours” series. The series has now been in continuous print for more than 15 years and with regular route revisions and updating the successful formula has gathered a large following.Each book in the series contains 20 routes all of which are either totally new or have been re-ridden and... Read more
Stanfords
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United Kingdom
- Surrey & West Sussex Cycle Tours
- ”Surrey and West Sussex” is one of 10 titles in the updated ”Cycle Tours” series. The series has now been in continuous print for more than 15 years and with regular route revisions and updating the successful formula has gathered a large following. Each book in the series contains 20 routes all of which are either totally new or have been... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
2017
United Kingdom
2017
- South Downs Way A-Z Adventure Atlas
- The South Downs Way at 1:25,000 in a series of handy A5 size Adventure Atlases from Geographers` A-Z Map Company with cartography from the Ordnance Survey’s Explorer series. The atlas shows the whole course of this national trail from Winchester to Eastbourne, with the variants via the Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters, or via Jevington.To see... Read more
Stanfords
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- England Coast Path Adventure Map - Minehead to Brean Down
- The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.This official Minehead to Brean Down Adventure Map covers a 58 mile (93km) section of the England Coast Path, a new National Trail around England`s coast.... Read more
Stanfords
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United Kingdom
- England Coast Path - Folkestone to Ramsgate Adventure Map
- The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.This official Folkestone to Ramsgate Adventure Map section of the England Coast Path, a new National Trail around England`s coast. More than just a path,... Read more
- Also available from:
- Bol.com, Netherlands
- Bol.com, Belgium
Bol.com
Netherlands
Netherlands
- England Coast Path Folkestone to Ramsgate Adventure Map
- The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.This official Folkestone to Ramsgate Adventure Map section of the England Coast Path, a new National Trail around England`s coast. More than just a path,... Read more
Bol.com
Belgium
Belgium
- England Coast Path Folkestone to Ramsgate Adventure Map
- The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.This official Folkestone to Ramsgate Adventure Map section of the England Coast Path, a new National Trail around England`s coast. More than just a path,... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
2017
United Kingdom
2017
- Thames Path A-Z Adventure Atlas
- The A-Z Adventure series features the accuracy and quality of Ordnance Survey`s Explorer mapping in a convenient book, therefore eliminating the need to fold and re-fold a large sheet map to the desired area. OS Explorer is Ordnance Survey`s most detailed mapping at a scale of 1:25 000 showing public rights of way, open access land, national... Read more
- Also available from:
- Bol.com, Netherlands
- Bol.com, Belgium
Bol.com
Netherlands
2017
Netherlands
2017
- Thames Path Adventure Atlas
- The A-Z Adventure series features the accuracy and quality of Ordnance Survey`s Explorer mapping in a convenient book, therefore eliminating the need to fold and re-fold a large sheet map to the desired area. OS Explorer is Ordnance Survey`s most detailed mapping at a scale of 1:25 000 showing public rights of way, open access land, national... Read more
Bol.com
Belgium
2017
Belgium
2017
- Thames Path Adventure Atlas
- The A-Z Adventure series features the accuracy and quality of Ordnance Survey`s Explorer mapping in a convenient book, therefore eliminating the need to fold and re-fold a large sheet map to the desired area. OS Explorer is Ordnance Survey`s most detailed mapping at a scale of 1:25 000 showing public rights of way, open access land, national... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- South Downs Way Harvey National Trail XT40
- The South Downs Way, a 160km / 100 mile National Trail from Eastbourne to Winchester, presented at 1:40,000 on a light, waterproof and tear-resistant map from Harvey Map Services. The route is shown on nine panels, with additional small street plans of Eastbourne and Winchester. Map legend and the accompanying notes are also in French and... Read more
- Also available from:
- De Zwerver, Netherlands
De Zwerver
Netherlands
Netherlands
- Wandelkaart - Fietskaart South Downs Way | Harvey Maps
- The South Downs Way, a 160km / 100 mile National Trail from Eastbourne to Winchester, presented at 1:40,000 on a light, waterproof and tear-resistant map from Harvey Map Services. The route is shown on nine panels, with additional small street plans of Eastbourne and Winchester. Map legend and the accompanying notes are also in French and... Read more
The Book Depository
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- England Coast Path Camber to Folkestone Adventure Map
- The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.This official Camber to Folkestone Adventure Map section of the England Coast Path, a new National Trail around England`s coast. More than just a path, it... Read more
- Also available from:
- Stanfords, United Kingdom
- Bol.com, Netherlands
- Bol.com, Belgium
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- England Coast Path - Camber to Folkestone Adventure Map
- The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.This official Camber to Folkestone Adventure Map section of the England Coast Path, a new National Trail around England`s coast. More than just a path, it... Read more
Bol.com
Netherlands
Netherlands
- England Coast Path Camber to Folkestone Adventure Map
- The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.This official Camber to Folkestone Adventure Map section of the England Coast Path, a new National Trail around England`s coast. More than just a path, it... Read more
Bol.com
Belgium
Belgium
- England Coast Path Camber to Folkestone Adventure Map
- The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.This official Camber to Folkestone Adventure Map section of the England Coast Path, a new National Trail around England`s coast. More than just a path, it... Read more
Walking holidays
Macs Adventure
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United Kingdom
- South Downs Way Self Guided Walking Holiday
- South Downs Way walking holidays from Macs Adventure. Walk the south Downs Way self guided from Winchester to Eastbourne. The South Downs Way stretches 100 miles from the historic city of Winchester to the coastal chalk hills on the South Coast. Located within an hour from the country’s capital city, this National Trail is the perfect escape... Read more