Downs and Out

Submitted by GaryShipp on 10 September 2007

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A linear, stroll-(1-2-hours) countryside walk in England starting at Glynde, East Sussex, about 7km (roughly 4 miles) long and . This walk is equally beautiful in either direction, basically being up one side of the hill and down the other. With breathtaking views across the South Downs and Sussex Weald, the River Ouse Valley and the lovely market town of Lewes, it will inspire anyone. Refreshments can be found at either end of the walk, with a tea rooms and pub in Glynde, and many opportunities to enjoy a pint of Harveys Ale in it's hometown of Lewes. Start: Glynde, Post Code: BN86RU
End: Lewes, OS Grid: TQ416098 Elevation Profile (x: waypoint number, y: metres)

Gain (+/- 10%): 210m (690ft)

Total (+/- 10%): 418m (1373ft)

Loss (+/- 10%): 208m (683ft)

Max. Elevation: 140m (459ft)

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Waypoints

1. Glynde

OS Grid: TQ456085

Start of the walk at the station

2. The ascent starts here

OS Grid: TQ456089

Opposite the tea rooms is a stile.

3. A well earned rest

About 1 km (roughly 1 miles) from 2 OS Grid: TQ449091

Stop here at the well placed bench and take in the views.

4. Brow of the hill

OS Grid: TQ445092

Much of the had work is done but it's worth considering the detour southwards to visit the ancient fort of Mount Caburn.

5. Mount Caburn

OS Grid: TQ444088

A real bird's eye view of the Ouse Valley. When a southerly wind is in the air, a chance to watch the paragliders earn their wings.

6. Path Junction

About 2 km (roughly 2 miles) from 5 OS Grid: TQ441104

Make sure you know where you are, as the wrong route choice here will send you downhill and off course.

7. Golf Club House

About 2 km (roughly 2 miles) from 6 OS Grid: TQ426099

Keep your eye out for the first sight of Lewes Castle.

8. Harveys Brewery

About 1 km (roughly 1 miles) from 7 OS Grid: TQ419102

If Real Ales are to your liking, then you can take a tour of this award-winning brewery. If time is precious, then just pop into the shop and buy a gift for a loved one!

9. Lewes Station

About 1 km (roughly 1 miles) from 8 OS Grid: TQ416098

On the Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings and London lines.

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Timwoods commented on 15 October 2007

Car Free Walk launch party
Big thank you to everyone who did 'Downs and Out' on the Car Free Walks launch party. Beautiful weather + lots of friends = a great start to Car Free Walks! Hopefully more walks will follow soon, watch this space...!