Downs Link along the River Adur – Shoreham Old Toll Bridge loop from Upper Beeding

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Downs Link along the River Adur – Shoreham Old Toll Bridge loop from Upper Beeding

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Downs Link along the River Adur – Shoreham Old Toll Bridge loop from Upper Beeding

01:54

25.0km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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478 m

Upper Beeding Bridge over the River Adur

Highlight • Bridge

A little village with a very old pub and a quaint bridging point over the River Adur.

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2.76 km

Downs Link at Botolphs

Highlight • Viewpoint

There is a drinking fountain and fountain following in the direction of the South Downs Way, just before you reach the road. Following the river towards Steyning the road winds and you have to pay attention to the signs to take the fork that follows your route.

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3.01 km

Downs Link along the River Adur

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Shared cycle path and footway by the river Adur. Section from Bramber Castle to Shoreham, which avoids a dangerously busy main road.

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3.91 km

Downs Link — Adur riverside and Lancing College view (Shoreham-by-Sea)

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This section is a great surface for all bikes (even skinny tyres). Great views of the river Adur and Lancing College (Hogwarts)

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6.87 km

Downs Link Tarmac Section by the Adur Estuary and Lancing College

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Lovely smooth tarmac with expansive views over the Adur estuary and of Lancing College

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9.01 km

Shoreham Old Toll Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

The easiest to access and safest way to cross the Adur in the area - the alternatives are busy roads. This crossing links with the Downs Link on the east side of the river and other Downs access points, including Steyning Bostal, to the west.

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