Handy walking guide is launched for South Downs National Park

April 8, 2021

Rangers from across the South Downs National Park have helped to put together a new colourful booklet featuring some of their favourite walks.

Published by Harper Collins, South Downs Park Rangers Favourite Walks features a range of easy to more challenging walks from 2km to 10km.

The guide has a detailed description for each walk with highlights clearly marked on an accompanying map, as well as gorgeous photographs.

General information about the National Park plus basic advice on walking are also included in the handy guide.

Philippa Morrison-Price, a Lead Ranger for the South Downs National Park, said: “Being a ranger for a National Park is a huge privilege and it goes without saying that we all love walking and getting outside in the beautiful landscape.

“We’ve been really pleased to help with these new walking guides, sharing our local knowledge of the countryside.

“We hope people enjoy the walks and feel inspired by the stunning views and wildlife.”

In addition to the ranger walks, Harper Collins has produced a new pocket map of the South Downs National Park, crammed with information about the region and its attractions.

South Downs Park Rangers Favourite Walks is on sale from 15 April priced at £6.99 and the pocket guide is on sale priced at £3.99. It will also be available on Amazon.

Here are our rangers’ three top tips for getting the most out of your walk in the National Park:

Leave no trace – enjoy the South Downs, but please take all litter home, do not light fires and close gates behind you.
Stick to the paths, particularly during ground-nesting bird season (this is March to September).
Keep your dog on a lead around livestock.