River Adur Walks & Route Maps

This shorter route gives a gentle riverside walk along the River Adur, passing farmland and open spaces.

Its tidal stretches create mudflats and saltmarsh, where wading birds can sometimes be spotted.

The walk touches Shoreham Bridge and passes a riverside pub, adding a local character to the route.

It also crosses at Norfolk Bridge, where the river meets the harbour.

It’s a relaxing way to discover the area.

This longer walk follows the River Adur through West Sussex to Shoreham-by-Sea, giving you more time to explore the riverside and its changing landscape.

The tidal sections create mudflats and saltmarsh that attract birdlife and link farmland, downland, and coast.

Shoreham Bridge marks the river’s approach to the town and shows its long role in local trade and settlement.

The route mixes riverside views with natural and historical features for a spacious, scenic walk through the Adur Valley.