Sussex Walks

Mayfield Walks & Route Maps

Mayfield walk, Sussex
Mayfield · Photo: N Chadwick

These walks explore the rolling countryside around the charming village of Mayfield in Sussex.

From a shorter route that passes through Vicarage Wood to a longer adventure taking in Combe, Hawksden and Batts Woods, the walks offer plenty of ups and downs along quiet lanes, woodland paths, and open fields.

Both routes reward your effort with lovely views across the landscape and a welcoming pub in Mayfield to enjoy at the finish.

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Walk information

Mayfield Walk 1

Walk distance
4 miles
Time
2 hours
Route type
Circular

This first route is a pleasant stroll around the pretty undulating countryside that you'll find around the village of Mayfield.

There's quite a lot of ups and downs on the walk, so you'll need to come prepared with some energy, but you will be rewarded for your efforts with some nice views along the way.

There is also a short section of woodland on the walk as you explore the vicarage wood and finally, there is a nice pub towards the end of the route in Mayfield.

Mayfield Walk 1 4.1 Ratings and reviews 7 ratings · 3 reviews

Based on 7 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.1

A very popular walk

Dog friendly3.4 / 5
Path condition4.1 / 5
Buggy friendly1.1 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities1.3 / 5
Pub or café2.3 / 5
Route accuracy4.1 / 5
ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockSome livestock
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelBoots recommended

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First-hand experiences

User reviews

Walker review

got lost once - but found my way back. Loved the elevation

Walker review

Nice walk. Quite easy to follow the route. Beautiful countryside views. Shame about the road sections. Country lanes but drivers going way too fast as usual

Walker review

Early morning it was very quiet with lots of birdsong. Good mix of woodland and open fields. The starting point is not Mayfield school, its the village hall car park opposite the school. All stiles were dog friendly and there were lots of streams to splash in. I imagine that in Autumn/Winter it would be really muddy in some places. Very enjoyable and took slightly less time than predicted but I walk quite fast. First time using this sort of App and it was easy to follow.

Walk information

Mayfield Walk 2

Walk distance
8 miles
Time
4 hours
Route type
Circular

This second route is a truly epic adventure around this beautiful area of undulating countryside.

The route extends the first route to take you far deeper into the countryside and visits Combe Wood, Hawksden Wood and Batts wood on the way around.

There is a lot of ups and downs again on this walk, but the good news is there is a pub towards the end of the route in Mayfield for topping up your energies after your walk.

Mayfield Walk 2 5.0 Ratings and reviews 4 ratings · 1 review

Based on 4 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly4.8 / 5
Path condition4.0 / 5
Buggy friendly2.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly2.3 / 5
Toilet facilities1.3 / 5
Pub or café2.3 / 5
Route accuracy4.3 / 5
ClimbingPlenty of climbing
LivestockSome livestock
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelMay be muddy after wet weather

Real feedback from people who have completed this walk using the Sussex Walks app.

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User reviews

Walker review

Amazing.. definately a favorite!

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Sussex Walks App

Follow the Mayfield walks with GPS guidance

It's like sat-nav, but for footpaths.

Choose a walk and follow the pointer showing your live position on the route map, so you always know you're on the right path.

The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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  • Works without a phone signal
  • Includes 400 Sussex walks
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Expanded route map for Mayfield Walk 1, a 4 mile circular walk in Sussex