Sussex Walks

Knepp Estate Walks & Route Maps

Knepp Estate walk, Sussex
Knepp Estate · Photo: Dave Spicer

These walks explore the unique landscape of the Knepp Estate in Sussex, one of the UK’s best-known rewilding projects.

What was once intensively farmed land has been transformed into a thriving natural habitat, where grazing animals roam freely and birdlife is abundant, making it a wonderful place for a peaceful countryside wander.

The walks follow the estate’s three waymarked routes, ranging from a short and gentle loop to a much longer route for those who want to explore more of the estate.

Along the way you may pass the ruins of historic Knepp Castle, wander through open countryside and woodland, and enjoy excellent opportunities for wildlife spotting.

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Walk information

Knepp Estate Walk 1

Walk distance
2 miles
Time
1 hour
Route type
Circular

This first short route is the official 'Yellow Walk' provided by the Knepp Estate.

The Knepp Estate was once intensively farmed, but now it is devoted to a wonderful rewilding project that's full of wildlife including grazing animals and free-roaming herbivores.

If you enjoy birds, then you could also spot nightingdales, turtle doves, peregrin falcons, ravens, red kites, sparrow hawks, lesser-spotted woodpackers, skylarks, house sparrows and yellowhammers.

Look out for volunteer rangers in purple vests as they can answer any questions you have about the estate and wildlife there.

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Walk information

Knepp Estate Walk 2

Walk distance
3 miles
Time
1.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This second slightly longer route is the official 'Orange Walk' provided by the Knepp Estate.

After a short walk along the country lane, this route takes you on a nice loop of walking that takes you through open countryside and visits the remains of the medieval Knepp Castle that was built in the 12th century.

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Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly5.0 / 5
Path condition5.0 / 5
Buggy friendly1.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities2.0 / 5
Pub or café3.0 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockLivestock likely
StilesA stile or two
Mud levelBoots recommended

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Really good sign posted walk

Walk information

Knepp Estate Walk 3

Walk distance
5¾ miles
Time
3 hours
Route type
Circular

This third and longest route option is the official 'Red Walk' provided by the Knepp Estate.

This long route is the choice for you if you want to fully explore the wonderful Knepp Estate. It takes you on a beautiful adventure through fields and woodlands as well as past the Kneppmill pond. You should be able to enjoy all of the wildlife that the estate has to offer on this route.

We have also marked a couple of optional detours on the map. One that take you to the Knepp Castle, and another that takes you to a lovely pub for a half way pitstop if you require although there will be a kitchen opening on the estate itself in the Summer of 2023.

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Community feedback

Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly4.0 / 5
Path condition5.0 / 5
Buggy friendly4.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly4.0 / 5
Toilet facilities2.0 / 5
Pub or café4.0 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingTotally level
LivestockLivestock likely
StilesNo stiles
Mud levelMay be muddy after wet weather

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Walker review

Ths is not a route for those who want a quiet couple of hours with nature. It was very busy however it was a Sunday. Perhaps during the week it would be quieter. ...Some parts were very rutted so watch your ankles.

Walker review

Great route. Really enjoyed the walk.

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Expanded route map for Knepp Estate Walk 1, a 2 mile circular walk in Sussex