| The Downs Link/Coastal Link |
- A multi-use path joining the North Downs Way with the South Downs Way and beyond towards the coast
at Shoreham. The route is linear and is 37 miles (59 km) in length.
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| Start /Finish |
- St
Martha’s Hill near Guildford, Surrey (Grid reference: TQ 031 483)
- Shoreham (Grid reference: TQ 207 059).
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| For use by |
- Walkers, horse riders and cyclists.
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| Nearest Towns |
- Guilford, Cranleigh,
Horsham, Southwater, Henfield, Steyning, Shoreham.
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| Terrain
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- Following the routes of two former railway
lines, the path is fairly level, although there are some undulating sections.
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| Average time to complete |
- A couple of days for walkers, or a full day’s ride.
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| Highlights |
- Landscape, views,
wildlife. St. Martha’s Hill, Wey and Arun Canal, Baynard’s Station (restored, but please note that this is a private residence
and not open to the public), Southwater Country Park, Steyning Church and 15th century houses, Bramber Castle,
River Adur, Shoreham Tollbridge.
- For details of places to visit, go to www.westsussex.gov.uk/attractions.
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| Transport |
- For details of public transport visit our public transport pages, or call Traveline
on 0871 200 22 33.
- Railway Stations: Guildford; 3miles/4.5km, Chilworth; 0.25 mile/400m, Christ’s Hospital; 0.33 mile/600m,
Horsham; 3 miles/4.5km, Shoreham; 0.5 mile/ 800m)
- Bus; Various bus stops along/near route
- Car Parking; There
are various car parks along the route – see leaflet for details
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| Maps |
- OS 1:25,000 Explorer
series: 122, 134, 145
OS 1:50,000 Landranger series: 186, 187, 198 - and don't forget to visit
the iMap.
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| More information
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| Other useful information |
- The route guide splits the route into sections of between 4 miles and 7 miles (6km and 11km) accessible by public
transport or car.
- Established in 1984, the route provides an invaluable green corridor. This route is managed by
West Sussex County Council, Surrey County Council and Waverley
Borough Council.
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01243 777100
