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The South Downs

Chalk downs, vineyards and big skies

Sweeping chalk downland, ancient woodland and flint-walled villages, with the coast never far away. Days here mix ridge-top walks with vineyard visits and fish suppers by the sea.

Farmhouses in The South Downs

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Towns & villages

Places to wander

  1. Flint villages

    Small villages with village shops and pubs

  2. Market towns

    Independent shops and weekly markets

Things to do

  • Walk a section of the ridge-top trail
  • Visit a vineyard (book tastings ahead)
  • Spend an afternoon at the coast

Local food & attractions

  • Vineyard tasting rooms
  • Farm shops and dairies
  • Seaside fish and chips

Experiences nearby

Quiet Lanes by Bike

Explore the lanes at the foot of the downs by bike, linking villages, farm shops and tea rooms.

Firelit Evenings

End the day around the fire pit with blankets, a warming drink and a sky full of stars.

Getting there

Reachable by car and rail; a car makes it easier to reach the villages. Exact directions are sent with your booking confirmation.