Downs Link
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.
Start/finish
St Martha’s Hill near Guildford, Surrey (Grid reference: TQ 031
483) Shoreham (Grid reference: TQ 207 059).
For use by
Walkers, horse riders and cyclists.
Nearest Towns
Guildford, Cranleigh, Horsham, Southwater, Henfield, Steyning,
Shoreham.
Terrain
Following the routes of two former railway lines, the path is
fairly level, although there are some undulating sections.
Average time to complete
A couple of days for walkers, or a full day’s ride.
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.
Transport
For details of public transport visit our public transport pages, or call Traveline
on 0871 200 22 33.
- Railway Stations: Guildford; 3 miles (4.5 km), Chilworth; 0.25
mile (400m), Christ’s Hospital; 0.33 mile (600m), Horsham; 3 miles
(4.5 km), 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
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.
More information
Other useful information
- The route guide splits the route into sections of between 4
miles and 7 miles (6 km and 11 km) 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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