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South East England

River Arun Footbridge – View from Bignor Hill loop from Amberley

Hiking trails & Routes

South East England

River Arun Footbridge – View from Bignor Hill loop from Amberley

Hard

4.7

(9)

24

hikers

River Arun Footbridge – View from Bignor Hill loop from Amberley

06:36

23.8km

430m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.33 km

River Arun Footbridge

Highlight • River

This is a handy crossing over the River Arun, which is few and far between. A must-do crossing if you are doing the South Downs Way, either hiking or biking.

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2

3.50 km

View of South Downs National Park

Highlight • Natural

Clay Path Not to steep 5%

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3

5.84 km

View of the South Downs Countryside

Highlight • Natural

Beware of the mountain bikers as this is a busy route for them!

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6.74 km

Left Hanger

Forest

5

7.78 km

View from Bignor Hill

Highlight • Trail

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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9.21 km

Archaeological Site

Archaeological Site

7

15.9 km

The Monarch's Way in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Trail

The Way is based on the lengthy route taken by King Charles II during his escape after defeat by Cromwell in the final battle of the Civil Wars at Worcester …

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8

16.9 km

Woodland Gravel Bridleway

Highlight • Trail

9

17.7 km

Houghton Forest Play Area

Highlight • Forest

Dens & swings for kids of all ages to play.

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10

20.2 km

Wooden Walkway Over Marsh, South Downs National Park

Highlight • Structure

This walkway is fairly long and does keep you out of the very boggy marsh around the rivers edge.

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B

23.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.54 km

9.32 km

2.58 km

2.03 km

295 m

Surfaces

10.4 km

5.67 km

3.12 km

3.06 km

865 m

332 m

295 m

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Sunday 17 May

13°C

7°C

37 %

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