About us
Southdowns Strolllers
NB - We are still at capacity, so will not be accepting any more membership applications for the year through to the end of 2026 . We will review this if circumstances change and amend this notice if that is the case.
Social.Tuesday.Hiking
We are an inclusive, friendly, & sociable midweek walking group based on the south downs. Our walks are accessible by public transport & conducted at an inclusive pace. We aim to enjoy the scenery, exercise and the company, not compete in a race.
We normally walk on Tuesdays, with an average walk length of 5 to 7.5 miles (8-12km), with an occasional longer hike. Additionally, we organise an annual London walk, as well as one or two night hikes a year.
Well behaved dogs are always very welcome and are valued members of our group.
Upcoming events
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Birdwatching With A Walk
Warnham Nature Reserve, Warnham Road Horsham RH12 2RA, Warnham, GBBirdwatching With A Walk
Description -
With our own Mark Davis as our guide, at Hazel’s suggestion, we will visit the Warnham Local Nature Reserve for a walk and birdwatching. There are four ‘hides’ from which we can view the avian activity and learn to identify the various species. There is also a cafe on the 92 acre site, which includes a 17 acre millpond, marshes, grassland, reed beds, streams, ponds, hedges & woodlands. Entry is £4.50. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed unless they are assistance dogs - Sorry Otto!
https://warnhamnaturereservefriends.org.uk/visit/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/EHznzcuPinQhHihS9?g_st=amAs it cannot be reached by public transport easily we will be car sharing for this visit. Please post a comment if you are willing to drive, with the number of spaces you can offer or, whether you are a passenger requiring a lift. We will then match you up.
There is ample parking, loos, picnic facilities (in selected areas), a cafe, visitor centre and free WiFi. Please abide by their rules regarding picnics areas etc.
We should finish around 14:30 / 15:00 depending on pace.
If you need to alter your RSVP please do so at the earliest opportunity
Distance - Moderate - Not Determined
Pace - Inclusive & Moderate
Elevation - To Be Advised
Start/Finish time - 10:30 - 14:30 approx., depending on pace.
Meeting Point - Entrance - To Be Advised With Photo.
Google Map Reference: Warnham Road, Horsham RH12 2RA
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Getting There
Public Transport
N/a
Private Car - 40 - 65Mins / 33 Miles From Saltdean
Difficulty Level, Hazards, & Conditions
Moderate
Coffee - Venue Cafe
Lunch - BYO - in picnic area, or cafe
Please ensure you are familiar with our few rules, & those of the venue hosting us, an RSVP confirms that you will abide by them.
Loos - On siteGuidance
Who We Are & How We Do Things
Acceptance Of Risk
By RSVPing to an event you agree to having had the opportunity to have read all the following & to agree to abide by the guidelines. You accept that any activity such as walking comes with its own dangers & challenges and on that basis you accept responsibility for your own health & safety & will not compromise that of others. You agree that the Organisers and walk leader can be in no way held responsible for any injury incurred to you, your guests, or your or their dogs, in the course of the walk.
Our Ethos
We are an inclusive social hiking group with walkers of all abilities, fitness levels, and health statuses, whose walks are normally accessible by public transport.
We walk at an inclusive but moderate pace & like to stay together. Should we concertina, we will regather, allowing people to get their breath back before moving on, particularly on the climbs.
Please treat others as you would wish to be treated yourself.
There is ONE walk leader per walk to avoid confusion.
We run group walks, we start together, walk together, lunch together & finish together.
Cancellations & Delays
If you can't attend an event you have signed up for, please change your RSVP status to ‘Not Going’ as soon as possible, so no-one waits unnecessarily for you.
If you are going to be late, please message. Some Walk Leaders will provide their phone number if requested as Meetup messages can be delayed.
Not changing your RSVP status or informing the walk leader may result in your being removed from the group.
Leaving A Walk
If you have to leave a walk early even for a short period, ensure the Walk Leader knows and has acknowledged that. Not doing so will result in you being removed from the group.
Becoming Ill Or Injured
If you become ill or injured during a hike, kindly inform the walk leader, or ask another walker to do so for you.
Kit & Provisions
Be appropriately clothed, booted, equipped & prepared for emergencies and have sufficient & appropriate drinks, food & snacks with you.
Pet Parents & Four Legged Members
Dogs are important members of our group and always very welcome, however on a lead around livestock please, for everyone's benefit**.**
Weather
The weather forecast can change, so keep an eye on Event Chat and messages in case the weather prompts a cancellation.
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