Hesworth Common – View from Bignor Hill loop from East Lavington

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Hesworth Common – View from Bignor Hill loop from East Lavington

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Hesworth Common – View from Bignor Hill loop from East Lavington

07:06

25.7km

430m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.16 km

Fountain Copse

Forest

5.04 km

Burton and Chingford Ponds Local Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Burton and Chingford Ponds Local Nature Reserve is a real melting pot of habitats. There's bogs, mixed woodland, dry and wet heath and wet alder carr woodland all within the …

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5.18 km

Burton Mill Pond and Chingford Pond

Highlight • Natural

Beautiful spot for either walking or chilling out watching the birdlife on the lake. The car park is pretty small however and fills up quickly at the weekend.

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5.82 km

Burton Mill Pond

Lake

10.5 km

Hesworth Common

Highlight • Natural

Approximately 100 acres (40 ha) of bracken and heather heathland with areas of woodland, Hesworth Common offers some beautiful views across the South Downs. The striking yellow bog asphodel thrives …

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11.1 km

Fittleworth Village

Highlight • Trail

Surrounded by various trails that explore a vibrant patchwork of heathland, woodland and commons, Fittleworth is a delightful little village in the South Downs National Park.

Directly west of the …

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19.9 km

Left Hanger

Forest

21.0 km

Bignor Hill stands proudly above the rolling countryside and affords far-reaching views. According to Celtic legend, a dragon had its lair on top of the hill and its remains can still be seen in the folds of the ground.

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22.4 km

Archaeological Site

23.0 km

View of Arun Valley and Glatting Beacon from South Downs Way

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A beautiful stretch of trail through the Slindon Estate along the South Downs Way. Gentle inclines followed by views into the Arun Valley and Glatting Beacon.

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25.2 km

Cadence Clubhouse South Downs Way Map

Highlight • Rest Area

Unfortunately, the cage was shut today

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25.2 km

Cadence Clubhouse Upwaltham

Highlight • Cafe

This is one of four of the Cadence clubhouses, outdoor cycle friendly cafes focused on serving good coffee and a range of delicious food including their signature toasties.

The Upwaltham …

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