Chasm Explorer, Sussex East

Explore ancient chalk downland & the deepest dry valley in the country. Discover where the Devil & his wife are buried, watch kestrels in the Sussex countryside & visit an ancient farmstead with over 1,000 years of history. Some steep ascents & descents.

At 5.7 km, this is a comfortable half-day walk for most hikers. At an average walking pace, plan for roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way.

Part of the Local Walking Network (LWN), this trail is ideal for exploring the neighbourhood landscape. It is typically well-known to local walkers and offers an authentic sense of place.