SOUTH DOWNS NEARBY WAY NATIONAL PARK LONG This stunning 100 mile long trail begins in the ancient From rolling hills to bustling market towns, the DISTANCE cathedral city of , South Downs National Park’s landscapes cover and continues to the white MEON VALLEY 1,600km² of breathtaking views, hidden gems ROUTES chalky cliffs of the Seven TO and quintessentially English scenery. A rich MONARCH’S WAY Sisters and Beachy Head at WICKHAM tapestry of wildlife, landscapes, tranquillity Eastbourne. It is one of 15 This mighty 615-mile and visitor attractions, weave together National Trails in path from Worcester to a story of people and place in harmony. and Wales, it was the first Shoreham-on-Sea is based bridleway National Trail in on the route taken by For your guide to everything there is England and it is also King Charles II when he to see and do in the National Park visit the only National Trail to escaped after his defeat in southdowns.gov.uk/discovery-map lie entirely within a the final battle of the Civil National Park. Keep up to date with the War in 1615. latest news and events from WAYFARER’S WALK the South Downs National Park. PILGRIMS’ TRAIL Following the tracks used southdowns.gov.uk/newsletter Follow the medieval by shepherds driving their footsteps of the Miquelots; sheep to fairs, Wayfarer’s pilgrims who took the Walk links the mudflats epic 155 mile journey along the coast, with to worship St Michael in the highest downland Normandy. Starting at in southern England. the shrine of St Swithun Highlights on the route at Winchester Cathedral, include the National Trust you’ll pass though Bishop’s owned Waltham and Southwick, stately home with its and end on English soil at wonderful gardens and harbour. The Watership Down – the route continues over the delightful setting for Richard YOUR COUNTRYSIDE CODE: border at the sanctuary of Adams’ 1972 novel. RESPECT. PROTECT. ENJOY. Mont St Michel. Respect other people • Leave gates and property as you find them • Keep to the paths unless on Open Access Land Protect the natural environment • Take your litter home • Keep dogs under effective control Enjoy the outdoors • Plan ahead and be prepared • Follow advice and local signs GODALMING TUNBRIDGE National ParkWELLS Area POINTS OF INTEREST Railway WEST MEON Station THE Combined with a stable Ground and spy, OLD MIDHURST PULBOROUGH This chalk stream is a rare water temperature, steady Guy Burgess. Today, WINCHESTER LEWES and precious habitat and a flow and lack of sediment, despite its modest size, it is HILL this river boasts a wealth a thriving community with BRIGHTON hidden gem of the English Just a slight detour from & HOVE PORTSMOUTH BOGNOR EASTBOURNE countryside. The river rises of wildlife including otter, a bustling high street and the Meon Valley Trail sits REGIS upstream from the chalk water voles, brown trout, beautiful surroundings. . This downs near kingfisher and plants like popular beauty spot has FIND YOUR WAY village and flows through the water crowfoot. WICKHAM been famous since the Follow the arrows on waymarkers along the route. nine villages before it Boasting one of the largest Victorian times. Boasting Footpath reaches at WEST MEON squares in the country, stunning views across the Haven. This village has covering almost two acres, valley to Beacon Hill and Bridleway a rich history dating back the charming village of down to the sea, it is the Though smaller than the Restricted byway to the Iron and Bronze Wickham combines ancient perfect place to take part Rivers Test and Itchen, it is Ages, with evidence of history, beautiful countryside in some bird watching. a more ‘natural’ river, less Byway  the Meonwara tribe and and miles of walks and There is always a good altered by man and with remains of a substantial cycle rides. St Nicholas’ chance of spotting a red Open access land National Trail Acorn more energy because of its Roman Villa. The village Church is one of the kite or buzzard overhead steep journey to the sea. churchyard is also the village’s most impressive but please be aware that Shallow and crystal clear, TAKE THE LEAD resting place for some well buildings, dating back to there are sheep grazing its alkaline waters are For a safe and fun visit with your dog please remember known figures in English 1120, it sits on a large so keep any dogs under pure due to the constant to keep them on a lead around livestock and wildlife. history, including the sacred mound. close control. filtering through the chalk Always bag and bin your dog poo – any public bin will do! founder of Lord’s Cricket for thousands of years. GETTING HERE CONTACT By bus: There are regular South Downs National Park services to West Meon Authority: 01730 814810 and Wickham, visit @SDNPA /SDNPA traveline.info/se to plan your journey. southdownsnp hants.gov.uk/ By rail: The nearest railway meonvalleytrail station is , visit nationalrail.co.uk @TheMVT to plan your journey.

SOUTHDOWNS.GOV.UK All images © SDNPA unless stated. Details correct at time of going to print. Please be aware that routes are shared with other users (vehicles, pedestrians, dogs, horses etc) and users of this route do so at their Please recycle own risk. We do not accept any responsibility me after use for loss, damage or injury, however caused, arising directly or indirectly from use of this Old Winchester Hill © SDNPA leaflet. Contains Ordnance Survey data © SDNPA/The Way Design/April 2018. Crown copyright and database right 2013. © SDNPA Crown copyright A32

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