Walks Programme

January – March 2018 Walks Programme

Free, sociable, family friendly walks led by volunteers. No need to book, just turn-up.

Health Walks are aimed at beginners and those with long term health conditions. Under 1.5 hours over easy terrain. Health Walks are supported by Walking for Health (accredited by the national Walking for Health scheme managed by the Ramblers & Macmillan Cancer Support).

Level 2 and 3 Walks are longer, more strenuous and may include hills and stiles. These walks are supported by Horsham District Council and some are organised in conjunction with groups such as Steyning Downland Scheme and Storrington Conservation Society.

This Programme is available as a free downloaded: www.horshamhealthwalks.co.uk

A volunteer walk leader will be at the start of the walk whatever the weather. However, we reserve the right to change or cancel a walk without notice. We expect walk leaders to be treated with respect at all times.

 Please wear suitable footwear  Children under 16s must be accompanied by an adult  Parking charges may apply (annual parking tickets are available for HDC car parks)  Vehicles are parked at owners’ risks

Guidelines for Dog Owners

Dogs are welcome on some walks and these are clearly marked. Walk leader is responsible

for the safety of walkers and may offer advice or request removal of the dog from the walk if it causes a nuisance. Please:

 Ensure your dog does not run back and forth through a line of walkers  Clear up after your dog and remember dogs may need a drink of water  Keep dogs on a lead in a field of sheep, if you encounter cattle and they come towards you, let the dog go as they see dogs as a threat to them and their calves

WEEKLY WALKS

Mon 10:00am Lindfield 1 mile 30 mins Health Meet Lindfield Common Car Park, Backwoods Lane Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Mon 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. Meet Sussex Barn pub car park, off North Heath Lane, junction with St Mark’s Lane, RH12 5PJ. Choose 30 or 75 mins gentle walk around the North Heath area riverside. Refreshment and toilets in pub. Ann & John 01403 268885

Tue 10:00am Burgess Hill 1 Mile 30 mins Health Meet Sidney West Rec Ground, Leylands Rd, Burgess Hill. Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Tue 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Level 2 Walk 2003. Meet at Horsham Park bandstand by café, RH12 1RJ. Walk through town, Causeway, Denne Hill and return by a gentle descent via Pedlars Way and Chesworth Farm. Can be muddy. Refreshments & toilets in café. No dogs. Except school hol weeks, check date in listings or ring Carol 01403 263201

Wed 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. Meet at bandstand in Carfax (RH12 1FD). Choose a 30 or 60 mins flat walk on good paths, an incline under Albion Way, around park and pond. Suitable for elderly and those recovering from illness. Wheelchairs and buggies welcome. Stop for a coffee in Conservatory Café. Dogs must be kept on a lead. Emmy 01403 255517 or Wyn 01403 256630 or Doreen 01403 230293

Wed 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-7 miles 2.5 hrs Level 3 Walk 3031. For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed. Car sharing encouraged, please ring if you require a lift and for further details. Ron 07933 106663

Thu 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. Meet at Billingshurst Library, Mill Lane, RH14 9JZ. Walk around Billingshurst‘s footpaths or Jubilee Fields. Stay for coffee afterwards. Can be muddy, wear suitable footwear. Dogs on leads allowed. Parking 75p per hour - annual parking permits are available Jean 01403 581865 or Chris 01403 782745

Fri 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. Meet outside St Mary’s Church in Causeway, Horsham, RH12 1HE. Walk along public footpaths and private estates by special permission through farmland or edge of woodland. No stiles, gentle slopes. Wheelchairs and buggies welcome. Keep dogs on lead if passing sheep or cattle. FREE tea, coffee, juice, hot soup, hot chocolate and biscuits. FREE dog biscuits and water for doggies! Toilets in St Mary’s Church. Peter and Viv Tobutt 01403 260783

Fri 11am Haywards Heath 1+ miles 30 mins Health Meet at Age UK, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 450248

Fri 11am Burgess Hill 1 miles 30 mins Health Meet Age UK (Cherry Tree Activity Centre) Fairfield Rd. Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 236497

2 January

Mon 1 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 2 11:00am Health Centre, Steyning 2 miles 75 mins Health Walk 1502. Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, BN44 3RJ (TQ176113). Various routes, some inclines, one stile, takes in parts of Steyning and the outskirts. Can be muddy across fields, please wear sensible footwear. Toilets available in Health Centre. Ann 01903 297553 / Jacky 01903 815543

Wed 3 9.30am Albourne 4 - 5 miles Level 2 Meet at Albourne Village Hall Car Park, The Street, Albourne, BN6 9DH. Grid Ref: TQ 264 168 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Wed 3 10:00am Henfield Byways 2-3 miles 1 hr Health Walk 1033. Meet Henfield Library, High Street, Henfield, BN5 9HN. Lovely walk around the twittens, ginnells and snickets of Henfield. May be extended if walkers wish to walk further. No dogs. Anne 01273 493671

Wed 3 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Doreen 01403 230293

Wed 3 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3031. For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed. Car sharing encouraged, please ask if you require a lift. Please ring for details. Ron 07933 106663

Thu 4 10:00am Barns Green going North 5 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 2 Walk 2206. Meet in the new car park above the Village Hall, Barns Green RH13 OPT (approached across the yellow road markings in front of the Village Hall). Across fields and through woodland. Some stiles, some slight inclines. Spring flowers. Good views. Can be muddy. No dogs as we may encounter livestock. Lynne 01403 268157

Thu 4 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 5 9.30am Cowfold 4 – 5 miles LEVEL 2 Meet at Cowfold Recreation Ground, Cowfold, West Sussex, RH13 8BL. Grid Ref: TQ 214 226 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Fri 5 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 5 11:00am Southwater (1) 2.6 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1009. Meet in car park of the Country Park, (off Cripplegate Lane, RH13 7UN). Walkers can choose to walk for 30 or 75 minutes along bridleways and country lanes and return via the Downs Link. No stiles, but can be muddy. Not suitable for wheelchairs or prams. The café and toilets at the Park will be open. Dogs allowed on a lead. Jill 07780 701184

Sat 6 9.30am Horsted Keynes 4 – 5 miles LEVEL 2 Meet at the Recreation Ground Car Park, Lewes Road, Horsted Keynes, RH17 7AF. Grid Ref: TQ 383 281 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Sat 6 9:45 am Balcombe - Staplefield 7.5 miles Level 3 Meet Balcombe Church Layby (TQ306309) RH17 6PX at car park beside Clayton windmills, Mill Lane (near BN6 9PG, or TQ 302 134) Crawley Ramblers - Alan 01293 522267 / 07951 084546

Sat 6 10:00am Ardingly 3.5 miles Level 2 Meet at car park, Street Lane, Ardingly (TQ 347 295) Gatwick Greenspace - Brenda 07847 022288

3 January

Sat 6 2:00pm Under the Downs 3.6 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 2 Walk 2037. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. This is a short walk towards the bottom of the South Downs escarpment, it then returns via the Church and Glebe Meadow. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971 Sun 7 10:00am The Burgh 4.5 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 3 Walk 3023. Meet at Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). A pleasant walk which takes us into the very heart of the South Downs. The Car Park is off the Storrington to Amberley Road (B2139). It is a left turn 1.3 miles from Tesco's roundabout in Storrington. After taking the turning, drive to the Car Park at the very top of the hill. The walk includes a long gentle incline. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

NEW WALK

Mon 8 10:30am Copsale – avoiding the Sussex Mud 3 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2263. Park in Downs Link car park opposite old Bridge House pub RH13 6QT in Bar Lane. Linear walk along the Downs Link through to Southwater Country Park, around the Park and then back. Possible stop for coffee in Park. All good walking surfaces. Jill 07780 701184 Jean 07734 323321

Mon 8 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 9 9:30am Buchan Country Park (2) 3 miles 1 hr Level 2 Walk 2167. Meet in the car park off Horsham Road (A2220), RH11 9HQ, on the Crawley to Horsham side of the dual carriageway. Largely wooded area with some open heathland, meadows and ponds. Easy walk on well defined paths. There is a Nature Reserve area and the Countryside Centre may be open. Toilets are located next to the Countryside Centre. No dogs. Emmy 01403 255517 or Richard 01403 230293

Tue 9 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 10 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Emmy 01403 255517

Wed 10 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3031. For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed. Car sharing encouraged, please ask if you require a lift. Please ring for details. Ron 07933 106663

Thu 11 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 12 10:00am Ashurst 6 miles Level 3 Meet at the Fountain Inn car park (near BN44 3AP or TQ 180 161). Gatwick Greenspace - Peter 07923 466366 Louise 07834 983425

Fri 12 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 12 11:00am Barns Green (1) 2 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1010. Meet in new car park above the Village Hall, enter by way of the car park outside the Village Hall which is marked by yellow road markings RH13 0PT. Firm going underfoot on the outskirts of Barns Green. One gentle incline, some views but can be muddy. Well behaved dogs welcome. Chatter 07720 714306

Sat 13 9:00am Wiston/Steyning Downland Dog Walk 2 miles 75 mins Level 2 Walk 2163. Meet at Steyning Cricket Pavilion, BN44 3LE. Please park in one of the Steyning car parks as there is limited parking at cricket pavilion. A walk for dog owners into accessible areas of the Steyning Downland Scheme and includes a hill. Supported by HDC & Steyning Downland Scheme. Maximum of two dogs per handler, you are responsible for actions of your dog. Ann 01903 297553 / Hilary 01903 368625

4 January

Sat 13 10:00 am Leith Hill - Friday Street 7.5 miles Level 3 Meet Starvaell Car Park (TQ130432) RH5 6LU. Crawley Ramblers - Richard T 01293 548819

Sat 13 10:00am Warnham (2) 3 miles 1 hour 45 mins Level 2 Walk 2027. Meet car park of the Village Hall of Hollands Way, RH12 3RH (Second left if approaching from Broadbridge Heath.) Walk across playing fields and through part of the village to a wooded path, leading to farmland and good views of the Sussex countryside. Return to bridle path towards Warnham Manor and pond. We return to the village via the deer farm and Baling Hill. Some slopes and stiles. Can be muddy. Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome. Liz 01403 263920 Simon 260599

Sat 13 2:00pm Sullington Warren & Church 4 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 2 Walk 2038. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. This walk visits Sullington Church, a pretty little country church which predates the Doomsday Book. We return via the National Trust's Sullington Warren heathland site. The route contains stiles and can be muddy. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 14 10:00am Lee Farm (1) 4.5 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Walk 3010. Meet at Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). This walk takes us to historic Lee Farm in the heart of the South Downs behind Storrington. The Car Park is off the Storrington to Amberley Road (B2139). Take the left turn 1.3 miles from Tesco's roundabout, Storrington. After taking the turning, drive to the Car Park at the very top of the hill. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 14 10:30am Leechpool & Owlbeech Weekend Walk 2.3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Health Walk 1027. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park, Harwood Rd, B2195 (TQ194313), Horsham. Woodland walk following main paths, a small part of the walk will be on narrower paths with tree roots, stubs and uneven ground. Some inclines. Can be muddy. Dogs on a lead welcome. Armelle 01403 260342

Mon 15 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 16 10:00am Warnham (1) 2+ miles 60 - 90 mins Health Walk 1006. Meet at Village Hall car park in Hollands Way, RH12 3RH (TQ156335). Some gentle slopes and may be muddy. New walkers welcome. No dogs. Emmy 01403 255517

NEW WALK

Tue 16 10:30 am St Leonards Forest 4 miles 2 hrs Level 2 Walk 2264. Park in the Forestry Commission Car Park - Roosthole - on Hammerpond Road RH13 6PG - (TQ20298). This is a circular walk through the Forest. It WILL be muddy. No stiles. Well behaved dogs welcome. Jill 07780 701184

Tue 16 11:00am Health Centre, Steyning 2 miles 75 mins Health Walk 1502. Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, BN44 3RJ (TQ176113). Various routes, some inclines, one stile, takes in parts of Steyning and the outskirts. Can be muddy across fields, please wear sensible footwear. Toilets available in Health Centre. Ann 01903 297553 / Jacky 01903 815543

Tue 16 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 17 10:00am Henfield Byways 2-3 miles 1 hr Health Walk 1033. Meet Henfield Library, High Street, Henfield, BN5 9HN. Lovely walk around the twittens, ginnells and snickets of Henfield. May be extended if walkers wish to walk further. No dogs. Anne 01273 493671

Wed 17 10:30am Storrington Riverside Walk 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1507. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4PG. Explore Storrington's lovely Riverside Walk. This flat, well surfaced walk is ideal for people who want an easy walk with pleasant views. Suitable for children's buggies. Dogs welcome, no stiles or hills. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

5 January

Wed 17 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Wyn 01403 256630

Wed 17 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3031. For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed. Car sharing encouraged, please ask if you require a lift. Please ring for details. Ron 07933 106663

Thu 18 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 19 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 19 11:00am Southwater (1) 2.6 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1009. Meet in car park of the Country Park, (off Cripplegate Lane, RH13 7UN). Walkers can choose to walk for 30 or 75 minutes along bridleways and country lanes and return via the Downs Link. No stiles, but can be muddy. Not suitable for wheelchairs or prams. The café and toilets at the Park will be open. Dogs allowed on a lead. Jill 07780 701184

Sat 20 8:30am Wiggonholt Common & Parham Park 6.5 miles 2 hrs 30 mins Level 3 Walk 3084. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. This walk provides an opportunity to walk through Parham Deer Park and see the wonderful work being done by the RSPB to improve the nature reserve. A flat route which includes some stiles. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sat 20 9.30am Warninglid 6 – 7 miles LEVEL 3 Meet at The Half Moon Pub car park, Warninglid, RH17 5TR. Grid Ref: TQ 250 260 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Sat 20 9:45 am Whitemans Green - Cuckfield 6.5 miles Level 3 Meet Whitemans Green Recreation Green TQ298256 / RH17 5HX. Proceed across the park, Cross into Church street into the local parish church graveyard. Crawley Ramblers - Mick 07880813811

Sat 20 10.30am Sumners Pond (2) 4 miles 2 hrs Level 2 Walk 2241 Park opposite the Barn (RH13 0PR, TQ124268). From Horsham pass through Barns Green village. Turn right a short distance after the Green passing The Queens Head pub on the left. Signposted Sumners Ponds, Fishery and Campsite. A lovely walk around a working farm, through beautiful woodland and peaceful meadows, some gates and stiles. Maybe muddy in places. No dogs as Livestock. Douglas 01403 268807 or Pauline 01403 240419

Sat 20 2:00pm Washington Common & Rowdell 3.5 miles 1 hr 30 mins Level 2 Walk 2161. Meet at National Trust Georges Lane Car Park Washington, RH20 3JH (TQ114141). A pleasant circular route which starts at the National Trust's Washington Common woods before heading towards Washington Village. From there our route takes us along the foot of the downs past Rowdell before heading back along quite lanes to our starting point. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 21 10:00am Houghton Forest & Bignor Hill 5.5 miles 2.5 hrs Level 3 Walk 3022. Meet at the car park just off the Whiteways roundabout at the junction of the A29 and A284, BN18 9FD. This walk takes the South Downs Way to Bignor Hill and affords wonderful views over Bury and Bignor. It then returns along the Monarch's Way to Houghton Forest. It includes a steep hill. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 21 10:30am Leechpool & Owlbeech Weekend Walk 2.3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Health Walk 1027. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park, Harwood Rd, B2195 (TQ194313), Horsham. Woodland walk following main paths, a small part of the walk will be on narrower paths with tree roots, stubs and uneven ground. Some inclines. Can be muddy. Dogs on a lead welcome. Armelle 01403 260342

6 January

Mon 22 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 23 9:30am Buchan Country Park (2) 3 miles 1 hr Level 2 Walk 2167. Meet in the car park off Horsham Road (A2220), RH11 9HQ, on the Crawley to Horsham side of the dual carriageway. Largely wooded area with some open heathland, meadows and ponds. Easy walk on well defined paths. There is a Nature Reserve area and the Countryside Centre may be open. Toilets are located next to the Countryside Centre. No dogs. Emmy 01403 255517 or Richard 01403 230293

Tue 23 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 24 10:00am Scaynes Hill 4 - 5 miles LEVEL 2 Meet at Scaynes Hill Common Car Park, Church Lane, Scaynes Hill, RH17 7NH. Grid Ref: TQ 371 236. This is a small car park and alternative parking can be found in roads near by such as Vicarage Lane. Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Wed 24 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Doreen 01403 230293

Wed 24 11:00am Rookwood Golf Course, Horsham (1) 2.6 miles 75 mins Health Walk 1017. Take Robin Hood Lane off the Robin Hood Roundabout on the A24 and follow the signs. Please park at the far end of the car park (RH12 3RR), and meet at the car park entrance. The walk uses the ‘Riverside Walk’ between Warnham Mill Bridge and Farthing Bridge. After the walk we return to Rookwood for refreshments. Walking boots recommended, the route can be muddy. Toilets available. Sorry, no dogs. Michael 07719 467861

Thu 25 10:00am Balcombe 5 miles Level 2 Meet in the lay-by north of the village on B2036 (TQ 307 309). Gatwick Greenspace - Brenda 07847 022288

Thu 25 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 26 10am Ditchling 6 – 7 miles LEVEL 3 Meet at Ditchling Village Hall Car Park, Lewes Road, Ditchling. Map Ref: TQ 327 153 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Fri 26 10:00am Horsham (Hilliers Garden Centre) 7 miles Level 3 Meet on gravel area at bottom of car park at Hilliers Garden Centre (near RH13 6QA, or TQ 187 295) Gatwick Greenspace - Peter 07923 466366 Louise 07834 983425

Fri 26 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 26 11:00am Barns Green (1) 2 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1010. Meet in new car park above the Village Hall, enter by way of the car park outside the Village Hall which is marked by yellow road markings RH13 0PT. Firm going underfoot on the outskirts of Barns Green. One gentle incline, some views but can be muddy. Well behaved dogs welcome. Chatter 07720 714306

Sat 27 9:30 am Walliswood Circular 5 miles Level 3 Meet Walliswood, park opposite Scarlett Arms RH5 5RG Crawley Ramblers - John 01293 513045

Sat 27 2:00mm Hareswith 3.9 miles 1.5 hrs Level 3 Walk 3019. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. Explore the unspoilt fields and meadows of Fryern Park before reaching Perrett's Farm with its stunning views of the South Downs and West Chiltington. We continue to Hareswith and follow ancient tracks to East Wantley and back to Storrington via Love Lane, also an ancient track. Some stiles, dogs welcome and refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

7 January

Sun 28 10:00am Stopham 5 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Walk 3021. Meet at Stopham Bridge, RH20 1DS. Today we are exploring the lovely coppiced chestnut woods in and around the Stopham area. Dogs welcome, please park considerately in the area opposite Stopham Garden Centre. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 28 10:30am Leechpool & Owlbeech Weekend Walk 2.3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Health Walk 1027. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park, Harwood Rd, B2195 (TQ194313), Horsham. Woodland walk following main paths, a small part of the walk will be on narrower paths with tree roots, stubs and uneven ground. Some inclines. Can be muddy. Dogs on a lead welcome. Armelle 01403 260342

Mon 29 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 30 10:00am Leechpool & Owlbeech Woods (1) 2 – 3 miles 60 - 90 mins Health Walk 1005. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park (Roffey End), Harwood Road (B2195), Horsham (TQ194313). Gentle slopes, some narrow paths, can be muddy, generally easy walking. Various routes. First timers and families very welcome. No dogs. Emmy 01403 255517

Tue 30 10:30am Cowfold (2) - Snowdrop walk 4.8 miles 2.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2060. Meet in the middle of the village at the football field, at the junction of Farthing Cottages and the A272, RH13 8BL (TQ214225). Gentle flat circular walk through quiet lanes and paths, with some stiles. WILL be wet and muddy in places. May see snowdrops. No Dogs. Jill 07780 701184

Tue 30 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 31 10:00am Henfield Byways 2-3 miles 1 hr Health Walk 1033. Meet Henfield Library, High Street, Henfield, BN5 9HN. Lovely walk around the twittens, ginnells and snickets of Henfield. May be extended if walkers wish to walk further. No dogs. Anne 01273 493671

Wed 31 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Emmy 01403 255517

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8 February

Thu 1 10am South Downs 4 - 5 miles LEVEL 3 Meet at Poynings Recreation Ground, Poynings Road, Poynings, BN45 7BH. Map Ref: TQ 261125 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Thu 1 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 2 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 2 11:00am Southwater (1) 2.6 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1009. Meet in car park of the Country Park, (off Cripplegate Lane, RH13 7UN). Walkers can choose to walk for 30 or 75 minutes along bridleways and country lanes and return via the Downs Link. No stiles, but can be muddy. Not suitable for wheelchairs or prams. The café and toilets at the Park will be open. Dogs allowed on a lead. Jill 07780 701184

Sat 3 9.30am South Downs 4 - 5 miles LEVEL 3 Meet at Jack & Jill Car Park (Windmills), Mill Lane (off Clayton Hill), Clayton BN6 9PG. Grid: TQ 303 134 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Sat 3 9:45am Forest Row - Hartfield 8 miles Level 3 Meet Forest Row Village Hall RH18 5DY Crawley Ramblers - Alan 01293 522267 / 07951 084546

Sat 3 10:00am Rowfant (Worth Way) 5.5 miles Level 2 Meet at Rowfant car park, Wallage Lane, opposite the the old station and Colas (TQ 324 368) Gatwick Greenspace - Brenda 07847 022288

Sat 3 10.30 am Sumners Pond (3) 4 miles 2 hrs Level 2 Walk 2254 Park opposite the Barn (RH13 0PR, TQ124268). From Horsham pass through Barns Green village. Turn right a short distance after the Green passing The Queens Head pub on the left. Signposted Sumners Ponds, Fishery and Campsite. A lovely walk around a working farm, through beautiful woodland and peaceful meadows, some gates and stiles. Maybe muddy in places. No dogs as Livestock. Douglas 01403 268807 or Pauline 01403 240419

Sat 3 2:00pm Fryern Park 3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Level 2 Walk 2042. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. This lovely short walk offers uninterrupted views towards the South Downs as route goes through Fryern Park with its landscaped pleasure gardens and waterfall. Some stiles. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 4 10:00am Sullington Hill 5 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Walk 3030. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. Steep Hill, dogs welcome and refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 4 10:30am Leechpool & Owlbeech Weekend Walk 2.3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Health Walk 1027. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park, Harwood Rd, B2195 (TQ194313), Horsham. Woodland walk following main paths, a small part of the walk will be on narrower paths with tree roots, stubs and uneven ground. Some inclines. Can be muddy. Dogs on a lead welcome. Armelle 01403 260342

Sun 4 9:30am Copsale “bacon butty walk” 4 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2171. Park in the Downs Link car park (approx.TQ171249), opposite the Bridge Inn / Copsale Village Hall, Bar Lane, RH13 6QT. DO NOT park at the village hall. Please join us for a country walk through meadows (possibly muddy) along country lanes and the Downs Link, 2 or 3 stiles. Possibility of cattle and/or horses. Dogs welcome on leads. Copsale Village Hall offers Bacon Butties £2.50, Tea/Coffee £1 in aid of Village Hall funds 10 am – 12 pm. Jean 07734 323321 Jill 07780 701184

9 February

Mon 5 10:00am Holmbury Hill 5.5 miles 2 hrs 45 mins Level 3 Walk 3122. Meet in the car park of the Holmbury St. Mary Village Hall (located at the end of Felday Glade in Holmbury St Mary off the B2126 Horsham Road) (the road runs beside the Royal Oak Public House in Holmbury St. Mary) RH5 6PG (TQ107441). A hilly circular walk with one stile through the wooded Hurtwood Estate with an optional coffee stop at the Peaselake Village Shop on route. We will get fine views from Holmbury Hill, weather permitting, and walk through the grounds of The Duke of Kent School following in part The Greensand Way. Dogs welcome. Mike 01403 242564

Mon 5 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 6 9:30am Buchan Country Park (2) 3 miles 1 hr Level 2 Walk 2167. Meet in the car park off Horsham Road (A2220), RH11 9HQ, on the Crawley to Horsham side of the dual carriageway. Largely wooded area with some open heathland, meadows and ponds. Easy walk on well defined paths. There is a Nature Reserve area and the Countryside Centre may be open. Toilets are located next to the Countryside Centre. No dogs. Emmy 01403 255517 or Richard 01403 230293

Tue 6 10:30am Southwater Footpaths and Lanes (1) 5.5 miles 2.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2217. Park in the car park of Southwater Country Park, (off Cripplegate Lane, RH13 7UN, TQ161259). Mainly flat, circular walk, across fields and along quiet tracks and lanes. Some stiles. Good views to the South Downs. The cafe at the Park will be open. No dogs, we may encounter cattle. No parking charge. Lynne 01403 268157

Tue 6 11:00am Health Centre, Steyning 2 miles 75 mins Health Walk 1502. Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, BN44 3RJ (TQ176113). Various routes, some inclines, one stile, takes in parts of Steyning and the outskirts. Can be muddy across fields, please wear sensible footwear. Toilets available in Health Centre. Ann 01903 297553 / Jacky 01903 815543

Tue 6 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 7 9.30am Bolney 4 - 5 miles LEVEL 3 Meet at Bolney Recreation Ground, Batchelors Field, The Street, Bolney, RH17 5PG. Grid: TQ 262 233 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Wed 7 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Wyn 01403 256630

Wed 7 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3031. For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed. Car sharing encouraged, please ask if you require a lift. Please ring for details. Ron 07933 106663

Thu 8 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 9 10:00am Rudgwick 7 miles Level 3 Meet at the King’s Head car park (near RH12 3EB or TQ 089 343) Gatwick Greenspace - Peter 07923 466366 Louise 07834 983425

Fri 9 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 9 11:00am Barns Green (1) 2 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1010. Meet in new car park above the Village Hall, enter by way of the car park outside the Village Hall which is marked by yellow road markings RH13 0PT. Firm going underfoot on the outskirts of Barns Green. One gentle incline, some views but can be muddy. Well behaved dogs welcome. Chatter 07720 714306

10 February

Sat 10 9:45am Duncton - Sutton 8 miles Level 3 Meet and park in Willett Close, Duncton (Map 120 SU958172 / GU28 0LA Crawley Ramblers - Alan K 01293 406951 / 07900 828897

Sat 10 9:00am Wiston/Steyning Downland Dog Walk 2 miles 75 mins Level 2 Walk 2163. Meet at Steyning Cricket Pavilion, BN44 3LE. Please park in one of the Steyning car parks as there is limited parking at cricket pavilion. A walk for dog owners into accessible areas of the Steyning Downland Scheme and includes a hill. Supported by HDC & Steyning Downland Scheme. Maximum of two dogs per handler, you are responsible for actions of your dog. Ann 01903 297553 / Hilary 01903 368625

Sat 10 8:30am Whiteways to Sutton Circular 8.5 miles 4 hrs Level 3 Walk 3146. Meet at the car park just off Whiteways roundabout BN18 9FD at the junction of A29 and A284. A walk going off the South Downs Way on the north side to explore Bignor and on to Sutton before making our way back up to Glatting Beacon and returning via the Monarchs Way. This walkincludes a snack stop and involves steep climbs. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sat 10 2:00pm Figure of Eight 5 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 3 Walk 3033. Meet at Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). This walk explores the South Downs around Kithurst and includes wonderful views towards the North Downs and the coast. The Car Park is off the Storrington to Amberley Road (B2139). Take the left turn 1.3 miles from Tesco's roundabout, Storrington. After taking the turning, drive to the Car Park at the very top of the hill. The walk includes a steep hill. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sat 10 10:30am Slinfold (7) 4 miles 1 hrs 45 mins Level 2 Walk 2242. Meet Red Lyon PH car park (courtesy of owner). The Street, RH12 0RR. Walk past the church and on up to Hill House. Follow the path through woodland and fields to cross the river on the way to Nowhurst Farm. We return via Cooks Lane, Rapkyns and Theales Farm. Good beer and food in the pub. Sorry no dogs. Liz 01403 263920 or Simon 01403 260599

Sun 11 10:00am Highden Hill & Windlesham 4.6 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 3 Walk 3020. Meet in Chantry Hill car park, Chantry Lane, Storrington (TQ086119). This is a circular downland walk with wonderful views using the South Downs Way and tracks around Windlesham. Includes a steep hill. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Mon 12 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 13 10:00am Broadbridge Heath Circular 4.5 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 2 Walk 2211. Meet at Broadbridge Heath recreation ground, at the junction of Old Guildford Road with Broadbridge Heath Road, RH12 3JY (TQ149317). Lay-by and on-street parking. A mostly level walk along hard tracks (including the Downs Link) and country footpaths west of the village. There are some interesting features along the route and views across open fields. One high stile. Can be wet and muddy. No dogs please as we may encounter livestock. Lynne 01403 268157

Tue 13 10:00am Warnham (1) 2+ miles 60 - 90 mins Health Walk 1006. Meet at Village Hall car park in Hollands Way, RH12 3RH (TQ156335). Some gentle slopes and may be muddy. New walkers welcome. No dogs. Emmy 01403 255517

Wed 14 10:00am Henfield Byways 2-3 miles 1 hr Health Walk 1033. Meet Henfield Library, High Street, Henfield, BN5 9HN. Lovely walk around the twittens, ginnells and snickets of Henfield. May be extended if walkers wish to walk further. No dogs. Anne 01273 493671

Wed 14 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Doreen 01403 230293

Wed 14 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3031. For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed. Car sharing encouraged, please ask if you require a lift. Please ring for details. Ron 07933 106663

11 February

Thu 15 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 16 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Sat 17 9.30am Balcombe 4 - 5 miles LEVEL 3 Meet opp. Victory Hall (no parking in Hall car park) Stockcroft Rd, Balcombe, RH17 6HP. Grid: TQ 309 306 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Sat 17 9:30am Cowfold - Littleworth 8 miles Level 3 Meet Cowfold CP, RH13 8AA Crawley Ramblers – Diana 01293 446608 / 07504 063435

Sat 17 10.30am Sedgwick Park Circular 6 miles 2.5 hrs level 2 Walk 2255 We have had permission to park at Hillier Garden Centre, Brighton Road. Please drive right down to the bottom of the car park and park on the gravel. If coming by bus there is a bus stop right outside the Garden centre, it is route 17 to Brighton. Lovely 6 mile walk, along the byways and footpaths just south of Horsham, We go down Kerves Lane and then across to Sedgwick Park. Lovely views across Horsham and the south east. There maybe horses and cows in the fields we cross, so please no dogs. Can be muddy in places. The café in the Garden Centre offers tasty snacks at lunchtime. Douglas 01403 268807 or Jill 07780 701184

Sat 17 2:00pm Cootham 3 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2047. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. It is an easy flat route and suitable for all abilities. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 18 10:00am Washington and Findon Valley 6.5 miles 2 hrs 45 mins Level 3 Walk 3015. Meet at Washington Southdowns Way car park (TQ120119). Explore the downland from Washington in the direction of Church Wood, returns via Chanctonbury Ring and the South Downs Way. Car park is at the southern end of Washington Village just before Washington Borstal joins the A24. Take the rough track to the car park on the left, just before the A24 junction. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Mon 19 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

NEW WALK

Mon 19 10:00 am Whitemans Green, Cuckfield 5.2 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 2 Walk 2265. Meet in the car park of Whitemans Green recreation ground (not the Rugby club), Staplefield Road (TQ301256, RH17 5HX). Heading north over the golf course the walk includes fields and woodland. Good views from the High Weald Landscape Trail as we walk towards Borde Hill gardens before returning via the outskirts of Cuckfield. No dogs please, we may encounter livestock. Graham 01403 733677

Tue 20 9:30am Buchan Country Park (2) 3 miles 1 hr Level 2 Walk 2167. Meet in the car park off Horsham Road (A2220), RH11 9HQ, on the Crawley to Horsham side of the dual carriageway. Largely wooded area with some open heathland, meadows and ponds. Easy walk on well defined paths. There is a Nature Reserve area and the Countryside Centre may be open. Toilets are located next to the Countryside Centre. No dogs. Emmy 01403 255517 or Richard 01403 230293

12 February

Tue 20 10:30am Horsham Going South 5 miles 2.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2064. Meet at St Mary’s Church, Causeway, RH12 1HE (TQ171303). Circular walk, past the elegant spired 13th Century church of St Mary the Virgin, over the meadows and gentle wooded slopes of Denne Park, to Coltstaple Lane and back along Pedlar’s Way to Horsham via Chesworth Farm. Lovely views of Horsham. Some stiles. Sorry, no dogs. Jill Shuker 07780 701184

Tue 20 11:00am Health Centre, Steyning 2 miles 75 mins Health Walk 1502. Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, BN44 3RJ (TQ176113). Various routes, some inclines, one stile, takes in parts of Steyning and the outskirts. Can be muddy across fields, please wear sensible footwear. Toilets available in Health Centre. Ann 01903 297553 / Jacky 01903 815543

Tue 20 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 21 10am Lindfield 4 - 5 miles LEVEL 3 Hickmans Lane Recreation Ground, Hickmans Lane, Lindfield, RH16 2PX. Grid Ref: TQ 346 256 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Wed 21 10:30am Storrington Riverside Walk 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1507. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4PG. Explore Storrington's lovely Riverside Walk. This flat, well surfaced walk is ideal for people who want an easy walk with pleasant views. Suitable for children's buggies. Dogs welcome, no stiles or hills. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Wed 21 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Emmy 01403 255517

Wed 21 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3031. For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed. Car sharing encouraged, please ask if you require a lift. Please ring for details. Ron 07933 106663

Thu 22 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 23 10am Ditchling 4 - 5 miles LEVEL 3 Meet at Ditchling Village Hall Car Park, Lewes Road, Ditchling. Map Ref: TQ 327 153 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Fri 23 10:00am Slaugham 3.5 miles Level 2 Park sensibly in front of the church or in the village (near RH17 6AQ or TQ 257 281) Gatwick Greenspace - Brenda 07847 022288

Fri 23 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 23 11:00am Barns Green (1) 2 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1010. Meet in new car park above the Village Hall, enter by way of the car park outside the Village Hall which is marked by yellow road markings RH13 0PT. Firm going underfoot on the outskirts of Barns Green. One gentle incline, some views but can be muddy. Well behaved dogs welcome. Chatter 07720 714306

Sat 24 9:05am Horsham, Maplehurst, Southwater 8.5 miles Level 3 Meet walk leader at Roffey Corner bus stop (Map 134 / OL34 TQ195319) RH12 4HE. Leechpool Woods, Mannings Heath, Monk’s Gate, Nuthurst, Maplehurst (L), Southwater. Return by bus. Crawley Ramblers – Dave 01403 275651 / 07910 208602

13 February

Sat 24 2:00pm Sandgate Park & Sullington Warren 3.6 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 2 Walk 2041. Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. This walk offers visits to two wonderful areas very close to Storrington. Both are managed for public enjoyment and nature conservation. An easy flat route. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 25 10:00am Lee Farm (2) 5.2 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Walk 3011. Meet in Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). This walk takes us to historic Lee Farm in the heart of the South Downs behind Storrington. The Car Park is off the Storrington to Amberley Road (B2139). Take the left turn 1.3 miles from Tesco's roundabout, Storrington. After taking the turning, drive to the Car Park at the very top of the hill. The walk includes a steep hill. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 25 10:30am Leechpool & Owlbeech Weekend Walk 2.3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Health Walk 1027. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park, Harwood Rd, B2195 (TQ194313), Horsham. Woodland walk following main paths, a small part of the walk will be on narrower paths with tree roots, stubs and uneven ground. Some inclines. Can be muddy. Dogs on a lead welcome. Armelle 01403 260342

Mon 26 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Mon 26 10:00am Pitch Hill Circular 6 5 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3086. Park and meet at the car park near the quarry, GU6 7NN (TQ079426), 300 yards on the right beyond the Windmill Public House north of Ewhurst village. This walk, which includes some climbs, will take us though mainly woods in the Hurtwood area. We will take a refreshment break at the Peaslake Village shop at just over two thirds of the walk. The route which follows in part the Greensand Way should reward us, towards the end of the walk, with magnificent views south from Pitch Hill. Dogs welcome. Mike 01403 242564

Tue 27 10:00am Leechpool & Owlbeech Woods (1) 2 – 3 miles 60 - 90 mins Health Walk 1005. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park (Roffey End), Harwood Road (B2195), Horsham (TQ194313). Gentle slopes, some narrow paths, can be muddy, generally easy walking. Various routes. First timers and families very welcome. No dogs. Emmy 01403 255517

Tue 27 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 28 10:00am Henfield Byways 2-3 miles 1 hr Health Walk 1033. Meet Henfield Library, High Street, Henfield, BN5 9HN. Lovely walk around the twittens, ginnells and snickets of Henfield. May be extended if walkers wish to walk further. No dogs. Anne 01273 493671

Wed 28 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Wyn 01403 256630

Wed 28 10:00am Rookwood Golf Course, Horsham (2) 4.5 miles 2 hrs Level 2 Walk 2111. Take Robin Hood Lane off the Robin Hood Roundabout on the A24 and follow the signs. Please park at the far end of the car park (RH12 3RR), and meet at the car park entrance. The walk is either a clockwise or an anti-clockwise circuit via Broadbridge Heath using the ‘Riverside Walk’, with one stile. After the walk we return to Rookwood for refreshments. Walking boots recommended as the route can be muddy. Toilets available. Sorry, no dogs. Michael 07719 467861

Wed 28 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3031. For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed. Car sharing encouraged, please ask if you require a lift. Please ring for details. Ron 07933 106663

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14 March

Thu 1 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 2 9.30am, Bolney 4 – 5 miles LEVEL 4 Meet at Bolney Recreation Ground, Batchelors Field, The Street, Bolney, RH17 5PG. Grid: TQ 262 233 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Fri 2 10:00am Weirwood 8 miles Level 3 Meet at East Grinstead Sports and Scocial Club car park. Park at far end (near RH19 4JU or TQ 378 362) Gatwick Greenspace - Peter 07923 466366 Louise 07834 983425

Fri 2 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Sat 3 8:30am Washington Common & Ashington 6 miles 2 hrs 30 mins Level 3 Walk 3124. Meet at Georges Lane National Trust Car Park, Washington. A pleasant walk exploring the woodland and countryside around Ashington and Warren Hill. Some stiles and undulations, dogs welcome and refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sat 3 9.30am Hurstpierpoint 4 – 5 miles LEVEL 4 Meet at Washbrooks Farm, Brighton Road, Hurstpierpoint, BN6 9EF. Grid Ref: TQ 279 159 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Sat 3 9:45am Maidenbower Park - Balcombe 9 miles Level 3 Meet Maidenbower Park CP (TQ295356) RH10 7QX Crawley Ramblers - Frank & Sally 01293 565482

Sat 3 10:00am Maidenbower 6 miles Level 3 Meet in the Frogshole pub, Maidenbower Drive. Walk around Tilgate and Worth. (TQ 296 358). Gatwick Greenspace - Brenda 07847 022288

Sat 3 2:00pm Kithurst Hill 2.5 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2035. Meet at Kithurst Hill car park off the Storrington to Amberley Rd (TQ070124). Lovely downland walk takes us along part of the South Downs Way to Chantry Post. Superb views over Storrington and Sullington and into the heart of the downs towards sea. This is amongst the best views to be had along the 100 mile length of the South Downs Way. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 4 10:00am Wepham Down 6.5 miles 2 hrs 45 mins Level 3 Walk 3009. Meet in Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). This is a downland walk which explores part of the South Downs National Park. The car park is off the Storrington to Amberley Road (B2139). It is a left turn 1.3 miles from Tesco's roundabout, Storrington. After taking the turning, drive to the Car Park at the very top of the hill. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Mon 5 10:30 am Chesworth Wander 3 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2198. Park at Hillier Garden Centre site, Brighton Road, Horsham, RH13 6QA (TQ187296), on the gravel farthest away from the entrance. Bus 17 from the Carfax stops right outside the Garden Centre. Leaving Hillier we walk towards Chesworth Farm on parts of the Riverside Walk and travel various pathways around the Farm, returning to Hillier. Refreshments and toilets are available in the cafe. Can be muddy in places. Dogs welcome. Jill Shuker 07780 701184

15 March

Mon 5 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 6 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 7 9.30am Albourne 4 – 5 miles LEVEL 4 Meet at Albourne Village Hall Car Park, The Street, Albourne, BN6 9DH. Grid Ref: TQ 264 168 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Wed 7 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Doreen 01403 230293

Thu 8 10am Wineham 6 – 7 miles LEVEL 5 Meet at The Royal Oak Pub, Wineham Lane, Wineham, BN5 9AY. Grid Ref: TQ 236 207 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Thu 8 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 9 10:00am Shipley 7 miles Level 3 Meet at small car park in School Lane (nr RH13 8PH, or TQ 144 218) alternative parking in Church Close. Gatwick Greenspace - Peter 07923 466366 Louise 07834 983425

Fri 9 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 9 10:30am Holmwood Common 3 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1549. Meet at Fourwents Pond Blackbrook car park (TQ183455) reached by taking 2nd left turning from Rusper Road in Newdigate OR travel north on A24 and turn right after passing Holmwood Station on the dual carriageway CAREFULLY into Mill Lane. Parking is at the junction of these 2 roads. A lovely trail through woodland and clearings, cared for by the National Trust. Margaret 01403 262311

16 March

Sat 10 9:45am Washington - Steyning circular 7 miles Level 3 Meet Washington (London Rd off A283), (map OL10 or 121) TQ122131 / RH20 4AL Crawley Ramblers - Rob & Helen 01737 760814 / 07983 909999

Sat 10 10am Balcombe 6 – 7 miles LEVEL 5 Meet opp. Victory Hall (no parking in Hall car park), Stockcroft Rd, Balcombe RH17 6HP. Grid: TQ 309 306 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Sat 10 10:00am Itchingfield (2) 3.5 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Walk 3136. Park on the road outside the (now closed) school at Itchingfield. We walk initially on the road and then follow tracks to Sharpenhurst Hill which, on a good day, provides views of the North and South Downs. The walk goes through woods, crosses the railway and follows the railway line to Barns Green. This path is not well maintained and is very uneven in many places. At Barns Green we will pause in the arboretum garden and then return to Itchingfield. Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome. Liz 01403 263920 or Simon 01403 260599

Sat 10 2:00pm Thakeham Circular 3 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2040. Meet in Thakeham Church car park, RH20 3EP. This popular short walk explores the tracks, footpaths and byways north of Thakeham Village. Parts of this route can be wet and muddy. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Not suitable for buggies as the route includes stiles. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 11 10:00am Wiggonholt Common and Parham Park 5.2 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Walk 3036. Meet in the RSPB Wiggonholt Overflow Car Park, RH20 2EL. This walk takes us through the RSPB reserve and from there along quiet roads and footpaths to Parham Park grounds with its veteran trees and herd of deer. Dogs welcome, refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 11 10:30am Leechpool & Owlbeech Weekend Walk 2.3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Health Walk 1027. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park, Harwood Rd, B2195 (TQ194313), Horsham. Woodland walk following main paths, a small part of the walk will be on narrower paths with tree roots, stubs and uneven ground. Some inclines. Can be muddy. Dogs on a lead welcome. Armelle 01403 260342

Mon 12 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 13 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 14 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Emmy 01403 255517

Thu 16 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 16 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

17 March

Fri 16 11:00am Southwater (1) 2.6 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1009. Meet in car park of the Country Park, (off Cripplegate Lane, RH13 7UN). Walkers can choose to walk for 30 or 75 minutes along bridleways and country lanes and return via the Downs Link. No stiles, but can be muddy. Not suitable for wheelchairs or prams. The café and toilets at the Park will be open. Dogs allowed on a lead. £1.50 parking charge applies at the Country Park. Jill 07780 701184 Sat 17 8:30am Gumber & Great Down 9 miles 4 hrs Level 3 Walk 3119. Meet at the car park just off the Whiteways roundabout at the junction of the A29 and A284, BN18 9FD. This walk explores parts of the National Trust Slindon Estate's Gumber Farm and the Forestry Commission's Houghton Forest. These are two varied and interesting downland locations. Dogs welcome. Please bring a snack to have half way through the walk. Refreshments provided following the walk. Mick 01903 745971

Sat 17 9.30am The Sloop, Scaynes Hill 6 – 7 miles LEVEL 5 Meet at The Sloop, Sloop Lane, Scaynes Hill, RH17 7NP. Grid Ref: TQ 385 247 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Sat 17 9:45am Woodingdean Kingston near Lewes 8 miles Level 3 Meet in the Car Park on Falmer Road Map 122 TQ356063 / BN2 6NT Crawley Ramblers – Richard 01293 548819

Sat 17 10.30am Sumners Pond (2) 4 miles 2 hrs Level 2 Walk 2241 Park opposite the Barn (RH13 0PR, TQ124268). From Horsham pass through Barns Green village. Turn right a short distance after the Green passing The Queens Head pub on the left. Signposted Sumners Ponds, Fishery and Campsite. A lovely walk around a working farm, through beautiful woodland and peaceful meadows, some gates and stiles. Maybe muddy in places. No dogs as Livestock. Douglas 01403 268807 or Pauline 01403 240419

Sat 17 2:00pm Rackham Hill 2.7 miles 1 hr 15 mins Level 2 Walk 2043. Meet in Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). The car park is off the Storrington to Amberley Road (B2139). It is a left turn 1.3 miles from Tesco's roundabout, Storrington. After taking the turning, drive to the Car Park at the very top of the hill. Rackham hill provides stunning views over Parham Park and Amberley Wildbrooks. Refreshments provided and dogs welcome. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 18 10:00am North Stoke 7.4 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3065. Meet in Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). This longer walks explores the South Downs above Amberley before dropping down to North Stoke, then it wends back towards the South Downs Way. The car park is off the Storrington to Amberley Road (B2139). Take the left turn 1.3 miles from Tesco's roundabout, Storrington. After taking the turning, drive to the Car Park at the very top of the hill. The walk includes a steep hill. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 18 10:30am Leechpool & Owlbeech Weekend Walk 2.3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Health Walk 1027. Meet at Leechpool Wood car park, Harwood Rd, B2195 (TQ194313), Horsham. Woodland walk following main paths, a small part of the walk will be on narrower paths with tree roots, stubs and uneven ground. Some inclines. Can be muddy. Dogs on a lead welcome. Armelle 01403 260342

NEW WALK

Mon 19 10:00 am Bax Castle going North 5.1 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 2 Walk 2026. Meet in the car park of the Bax Castle, Two Mile Ash Road (TQ147272, RH13 0LA). A pleasant circular walk going North along the Downs Link towards Chist's Hospital school to Itchingfield via Sharpenhurst Hill. Can be muddy in places. Some stiles. No dogs please, as we may encounter livestock and will be crossing the railway line twice. Refreshments available at the end of the walk in the Bax Castle public house. Graham – 01403 733677

Mon 19 10am Staplefield 4 – 5 miles LEVEL 4 Meet at Village Green Car Park (near Play Ground), Cuckfield Rd, Staplefield RH17 6EU. Grid: TQ 275 281 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

18 March

Mon 19 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 20 10:30am East Riverside Walk 5 miles 2.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2210. Meet at Hillier Garden Centre, Brighton Road, Horsham, RH13 6QA (TQ187296). Please park on the gravel at the farthest end of the car park. Join us in a circular walk going using part of the marked Riverside Walk. This will be very muddy in parts. After the walk, the cafe at the Garden Centre is a great place for lunch. Toilets at the Garden Centre. The Brighton Bus stops outside the Garden Centre, please check timetables for suitable bus. No dogs. Jill 07780 701184

Tue 20 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 21 10am Ardingly 6 – 7 miles LEVEL 5 Meet in Layby opposite Ardingly Showground, Selsfield Rd (B2028), Ardingly RH17 6TJ. Grid: TQ 345 305 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Wed 21 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Wyn 01403 256630

Thu 22 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 23 10:00am North from Denbies 5 miles 2.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2243. Meet in the left side of the vineyard car park RH5 6AA. Walk through woods and farmland with steep ups and downs but lovely views to make up for them! Denbies kindly let walkers use their car park and have a good cafe for post walk treats! Margaret 01403 262311 or Emmy 01403 255517

Fri 23 10:00am Ifield 4 miles Level 2 Meet in car park to the right of the Plough pub (RH11 0NN or TQ 247 376). Gatwick Greenspace - Brenda 07847 022288

Fri 23 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

19 March

Sat 24 9:40am Christ's Hospital - Billingshurst 8.5 miles Level 3 Meet at Christ's Hospital train station RH13 0NE. Christ's Hospital - Downs Link - Slinfold - Itchingfield - Barns Green – Billingshurst. Return by train from Billingshurst. Crawley Ramblers – Dave 01403 275651 / 07910 208602

Sat 24 10am Weir Wood 4 – 5 miles LEVEL 4 Meet East Grinstead Sports & Country Club carpark, Saint Hill Rd, East Grinstead RH19 4JU. TQ 380 364 Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Sat 24 10.30am Sedgwick Park Circular 6 miles 2.5 hrs level 2 Walk 2255 We have had permission to park at Hillier Garden Centre, Brighton Road. Please drive right down to the bottom of the car park and park on the gravel. If coming by bus there is a bus stop right outside the Garden centre, it is route 17 to Brighton. Lovely 6 mile walk, along the byways and footpaths just south of Horsham, We go down Kerves Lane and then across to Sedgwick Park. Lovely views across Horsham and the south east. Sorry no dogs. Can be muddy in places. The café in the Garden Centre offers tasty snacks at lunchtime. Douglas 01403 268807 or Jill 07780 701184

Sat 24 2:00pm Roundabout West Chiltington 3.8 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 2 Walk 2166. Meet at West Chiltington Village Hall, RH20 2PZ. A lovely varied walk around West Chiltington. Dogs welcome, refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Sun 25 10:00am Harrow Hill 6.5 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Walk 3035. Meet at Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). The Car Park is off the Storrington to Amberley Road (B2139). Take the left turn 1.3 miles from Tesco's roundabout, Storrington. Drive to Car Park at very top of the hill. A pleasant downland walk which contains hills and stiles. Dogs welcome and refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

Mon 26 10.45am Rowfant Circular – Mill Pond 4 – 5 miles LEVEL 4 Meet at Rowfant Business Centre cafe, off Wallage Lane, Rowfant, RH10 4NQ. Mid Sussex Healthy Walks 01444 477110

Mon 26 10:45am Rowfant Circular – Mill Pond 4 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Walk 2099. Meet at Rowfant Business Centre cafe, off Wallage Lane, Rowfant, RH10 4NQ. A variety of circular countryside walks start here. Gently undulating terrain, tracks, paths, fields, trees etc. On some walks we may encounter animals. Refreshments are available. Pat 01342 712591

Mon 26 10:45am North Heath, Horsham 2 Leith Hill miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1001. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Tue 27 10:00am Leith Hill 5 miles 2.5 hrs Level 3 Walk 3129. Meet at the National Trust’s Starveall Corner car park (free parking) on the Leith Hill to Abinger Common road (TQ 131432), (nearest post code for sat nav RH5 6LS). A circular walk through woodland, open fields and heathland. No stiles but several hills with loose stones and roots underfoot,. Stunning views from several vantage points including Leith Hill Tower, where we stop for refreshments near the end of the walk. Lynne 01403 268157

20 March

Tue 27 12:00pm Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.3 miles 1 hr 15 Level 2 Walk 2003. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Carol 01403 263201

Wed 28 10:00am Rookwood Golf Course, Horsham (3) 4.5 miles 2 hrs Level 2 Walk 2112. Take Robin Hood Lane off the Robin Hood Roundabout on the A24 and follow the signs. Please park at the far end of the car park (RH12 3RR), and meet at the car park entrance. The walk is either a clockwise or an anti-clockwise circuit via Warnham and through the deer farm and park. After the walk we return to Rookwood for refreshments. Some stiles. Walking boots recommended as the route can be muddy. Toilets available. Sorry, no dogs. Michael 07719 467861

Wed 28 10:30am Horsham Park Stroll 1+ mile 30 or 60 mins Health Walk 1007. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme Doreen 01403 230293

Thu 29 11:00am Billingshurst (2) 2.3 miles 60 mins Health Walk 1013. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 30 10:00am West Chiltington 6 miles Level 3 Meet in Church Street, parking in lay by next to church (near RH20 2JW or TQ 090 183) or in Queens Head car park near RH20 2JN Gatwick Greenspace - Peter 07923 466366 Louise 07834 983425

Fri 30 10:30am St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Walk 1002. See Weekly Walks at start of Programme

Fri 30 11:00am Southwater (1) 2.6 miles 30 or 75 mins Health Walk 1009. Meet in car park of the Country Park, (off Cripplegate Lane, RH13 7UN). Walkers can choose to walk for 30 or 75 minutes along bridleways and country lanes and return via the Downs Link. No stiles, but can be muddy. Not suitable for wheelchairs or prams. The café and toilets at the Park will be open. Dogs allowed on a lead. £1.50 parking charge applies at the Country Park. Jill 07780 701184

Sat 31 9:45am Woodingdean, Falmer, South Downs Way 10 miles Level 3 Meet Car Park off Falmer road at junction of Drove ave and Norton Drive BN2 6NT. Woodingdean - Falmer - South Downs Way - Housedean Farm - Newmarket Plantation. Please note picnic lunch only. Crawley Ramblers – Alan 01293 406951 / 07900 828897

Sat 31 2:00pm Warminghurst Church 4.7 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 3 Walk 3024. Meet at Georges Lane NT car park, Storrington, RH20 3JH. This route explores ancient tracks and byways to Warmingshurst. We will have time to explore the redundant church at Warmingshurst, a 13th- century sandstone church with splendid views across to Chanctonbury Ring. The route is quite easy walking. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971

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Crawley Borough Council - Health Walks For more information call the Wellbeing Team on 01293 585350 or email: [email protected]

Tuesdays 10:30am Goffs Park 60 mins

Meet at Goffs Park Car Park by level crossing, Horsham Road RH11 8AX.

Every other Tuesday 9:30am Tilgate Park 60 mins Meet at Tilgate Golf Club Car Park, Titmus Drive, Tilgate RH10 5EU.

Wednesdays 10:30am Cherry Lane 90 mins

Meet at Cherry Lane Car Park, Cherry Lane, Langley Green, RH11 7NX

Wednesdays 9:30am Beta Health 30 or 60 mins Meet outside the Civic Hall, The Boulevard, RH10 1UZ

Thursdays 10am St.Alban’s Health Walk 30 or 60 mins

Meet outside St.Alban’s Church, Gossops Drive, RH11 8LD

Thursdays 9:30am WoW Health Walk 60 mins Meet inside K2 Crawley by Crawley Wellbeing Hub, Pease Potage Hill, RH11 9BQ. Includes some resistance bands and light activity in Tilgate Park.

2nd Thursday monthly 10.30am Worth Park Wanders 60 mins Meet Worth Park Visitor Centre, Milton Mount Ave, Pound Hill, RH10 3DH. Limited parking accessed from Milton Mount Avenue. Free refreshments after walk in Worth

Park Visitor Centre. For information call Edwina 01293 438027

4th Thursday monthly 10.30am Worth Park 90 mins Meet at Worth Park Visitor Centre, Milton Mount Ave, Pound Hill, RH10 3DH for a brisk walk followed by tea and coffee afterwards in Worth Park Visitor Centre.

Mole Valley - Walk for Health For more information contact 01306 885001 or email: [email protected]

1st & 3rd Monday monthly 11am Dorking Meadowbank 30 mins Meet Christian Centre,St Martin’s Church, Dorking RH4 1DW. St Martins Walk Pay & Display

Last Monday monthly 11am NT Polesden Lacey 1 hrs Meet Polesden Lacey Car Park RH5 6BD. Polesen Lacey Car Park (Free to NT members)

Tuesdays 10:30am Dorking, Pixham, Cotmandene or Deepdene 1 hr Meet outside Reception, Pippbrook MVDC Council RH4 1SJ. Reigate Road (Pay & Display)

1st & 3rd Wednesday monthly 10:30am North Holmwood Common 1 hr

Meet Inholms Car Park, RH5 4JU. Park InholmsCar Park (Free to NT members)

2nd & 4th Wednesday monthly 10:30am Bookham Common 1 hr Meet Tunnel Car Park,KT23 3JG. Park Tunnel Car Park(Free to NT members)

1st Thursday monthly 10:30am Brockham River Mole 1 hr Meet at The Royal Oak pub, Brockham Village Green, RH3 7JS. Free parking in village.

2nd & 4th Thursday monthly 10:30am Denbies Vineyard 1 hr Meet Denbies Car Park, Farm Shop, RH5 6AA

3rd Thursday monthly 10:30am Buckland Circuit 1 hr Meet at The Deli, Buckland, RH3 7BB. Free parking in village

Mole Valley Leatherhead - Walk for Health For more information see www.maryfrancestrust.org.uk or call 01372 375400

Thursdays 10:30am Leatherhead Norbury Park & River Mole 1.5 hrs Meet Leatherhead Leisure Centre Reception, KT22 9BL

2nd Saturday monthly 11am Leatherhead Riverside Walk 1 hr Meet Leatherhead Theatre, KT22 8DN. Leatherhead Car Parks (Pay & Display)

This Programme is available as a free downloaded: www.horshamhealthwalks.co.uk

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You will receive a printed Programme every 3 months until end of the Programme year

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If you have any queries contact Chatter Cheema, Walks Coordinator on 07720 714 306 or email: [email protected]