HIKE 26km to the Sea - Lancing College, the Monarch Way & the South Downs

Come and join us for a gorgeous trail across the chalk escarpment of the South Downs hills on a linear route from far inland at Amberley and hiking to the coast of Shoreham by Sea. Hike along part of the Monarch’s Way - made famous as the escape route King Charles II, used in 1651 after his defeat in the Battle of Worcester. Get views of the impressive Gothic school Lancing College, which looks suspiciously similar to Harry Potter’s Hogwarts. Refresh your mind and body as we enjoy this stunning trail in the South Downs National Park.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Hike a spectacular trail along the South Downs ridge
• Explore the adorable historical town of Shoreham by Sea
• Get views of Lancing College - one of the most famous and dramatic looking schools in Europe with the largest school chapel in the world
• Hike part of the famous 8000 year old South Downs Way - one of the 15 National Trails in England and Wales
• Enjoy coastal views as we approach our destination by the sea
• Hike in the South Downs - one of the best National Parks in the South of England

HIKE DESCRIPTION

We start off in the historic and charming village of Amberley with its picturesque thatched cottages. Our trail then takes us past the majestic Lancing College and crosses the famous Monarch’s Way, which served as an escape route of King Charles II in 1651 in his defeat in the Battle of Worcester. As we come into Shoreham, we pass an unusual and unique collection of grounded house boats that have been modified in all sorts of weird and wonderful ways!

The South Downs reward us with some fantastic and far reaching panoramic as we approach the sea on our way to Shoreham airport. The latter is the oldest commercial airport in the world with a protected 1936 art deco terminal building that plays host to many films including "the Da Vinci Code", Agatha Christie's "Poirot" and "Woman in Gold". We then finish our hike in the historic fishing town of Shoreham by Sea for a well earned drink and rest.

MEETING POINT

Victoria station 8am, leave at 8:20am for the 8:35am train. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - MAP
Planned arrival back into London is 6:58pm (group train ticket so you are committed until then)

GUIDE - CORINA 07591 945281 (only for use during the hike) ABOUT US

FOOD - Bring a packed lunch, we usually visit a pub after the hike for drinks

DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY

Distance: 16 miles (26km)
Grading: Intermediate/Challenging
Ascent: 460m
Hiking time: 6.5 to 7.5 hours

COST & PAYMENT

£32 including the guided hike and return train travel, click “Attend” to join.
Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable but we have a process to release your space for RESALE, if your space sells you will be refunded.

WHAT TO BRING

• Hiking clothes & footwear - ideally hiking boots. Hat & gloves if cold, waterproof jacket & trousers KIT LINK
• Water (2 litres)
• Lunch
• We arrange train tickets and logistics, so just turn up and have a great day 😁

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider

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