Sussex Walks
Located in the High Weald National Landscape in Sussex, the walks around Purchase Wood offer a straightforward way to explore this quiet stretch of woodland.
These walks follow simple paths through mature trees, giving a calm and sheltered feel throughout.
One option is a short, family-friendly circuit within Purchase Wood, while the other continues further into Cobyle Wood for a longer woodland outing.
Together, the walks provide an easy way to experience this part of the Sussex countryside without anything too demanding.
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Walk information
This short family-friendly woodland walk offers a gentle taste of Purchase Wood within the High Weald National Landscape.
An easy-going option that captures the character of Sussex woodlands.
Walk information
This extended route stretches further into the wooded folds of the High Weald.
Purchase Wood reflects the area’s long relationship with timber and land use, while Cobyle Wood introduces a deeper sense of ancient woodland atmosphere.
It’s a more immersive countryside ramble, ideal for those who want a little extra time among Sussex’s historic woodland scenery.
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Easy to follow loop
It was a nice walk, quite a lot of incline on the way back up if you do the longer loop. Nice quiet walk though.
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