Sussex Walks
Set in the western edge of the South Downs in Sussex, the walks around Tullecombe explore a mix of heathland, woodland edges, and open countryside.
These walks have a quiet, open feel, with sandy paths and scattered trees creating a varied but gentle landscape.
The shorter walk stays closer to Tullecombe and Fyning Common, while the longer route continues across Rogate Common and Dunford Heath, with sections of the Serpent Trail linking the route together.
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Walk information
This short walk around Tullecombe offers a compact taste of some beautiful South Downs heath and woodland.
Open glades, sandy soils and scattered trees create a patchwork of habitats, while Fyning Common brings that unmistakable heathland character with low-growing vegetation and wide, open ground.
It’s a peaceful introduction to West Sussex’s lowland landscapes.
Walk information
This longer route builds on that same heath-and-woodland landscape, stretching further across Fyning Common, Rogate Common and Dunford Heath.
The open glades, sandy paths and scattered trees feel more expansive here, giving a stronger sense of scale and space.
Sections of the Serpent Trail thread through the walk, linking heath, woodland edges and open fields.
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