Car free walk, catch the bus or train to and from Chichester
Distance:
<10 miles. 7-8 miles
Location:
West Sussex
Type:
Moderate. South Downs Way
Duration:
3-4 hours
Explore rolling hills and woodland, with wide open views over the Weald and the sea. Reward yourself with a pint or cup of tea by the river and perhaps a visit to the Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre before the train home.
Look out for a beautiful variety of trees, the site of a Roman road (marked with a big signpost), Toby’s stone memorial, skylarks, the National Trust’s heritage sheep, the River Arun with the old stone bridge at Amberley station and Amberley Museum.
Print or download the guide for full details of the route.
Getting here
The journey out: To catch the no.99 bus you need to phone and book (at least 30 minutes before) on 01903 264776. Ask for Littleton Farm bus stop. The no.99 bus (no bus on Sundays) leaves from West Street opposite Chichester Cathedral, the journey takes about 40 minutes.
The journey back: Trains leave Amberley every hour – it’s a 10 minute ride to Ford where you change trains for Chichester. The whole journey takes about half an hour.
Useful information
Refreshments: You’ll need a picnic to get you to Amberley but once there you have a choice of The Riverside tearoom or the Bridge Inn.
Toilets: At Amberley.
Maps: OS Explorer OL10, or South Downs Way Guide (available from nationaltrail.co.uk/south-downs-way).
Directions
Start: From the bus stop carefully cross the road and follow the South Downs Way up the track; it’s easy to follow as there are plenty of sign posts.
Finish: After crossing the footbridge over the river turn right and follow
the path along the river to Amberley railway station.
For more information about the South Downs Way and inspiration on future routes please visit www.nationaltrail.co.uk/south-downs-way