Balcombe to Ouse Valley Viaduct

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📍 Route Details
• Distance: 4.9 miles
• Duration: 2–3 hours
• Route type: Circular
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Expect: Rolling hills, beautiful views the iconic viaduct ✨

🚆 Travel Plan
• Meet at Clapham Junction railway station – 9:00am (outside M & S)
• Train departs: 9:31am
• Arrive at Balcombe railway station – 10:17am

🥾 The Plan
• Set off on the hike from Balcombe
• Enjoy a relaxed, social pace (2–3 hours)
• Take in the views and good energy 🌿

🍽️ After the Walk
• Stop at The Half Moon Inn
for a late lunch / early dinner

🚆 Return
• Train from Balcombe back to Clapham Junction
• Time: TBC

Essential Kit List 🥾🎒

👟 Clothing & Comfort
• Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots (broken in – no blisters please!)
• Weather-appropriate clothing (layers are key)
• Waterproof jacket (just in case 🌧️)
• Spare socks (trust me on this one!)
• Hat or cap + sunglasses (if sunny)

🎒 Essentials
• Backpack (small day pack)
• Water (at least 1–2 litres)
• Snacks / packed lunch (something nourishing + something fun)
• Phone (fully charged)
• Portable charger (optional but helpful)
• Cash/card (for emergencies or a café stop)

🧘🏽‍♀️ Feel-Good Extras
• Blanket or something to sit on
• A small bag to take rubbish home (leave no trace 🌍)

🩹 Safety & Practical
• Basic first aid bits (plasters, pain relief, blister pads)
• Hand sanitiser
• Tissues
• Sunscreen
• Personal medication (if needed)

💫 Energy & Intention
• Come with an open heart
• Be ready to connect, breathe, and just be
• Good vibes only 💛