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Arundel Walk and Map

Arundel walk, Sussex
Arundel · Photo: Marathon

Arundel is a pretty and historical town located on the banks of the River Arun, only five miles from the South Coast and in the South Downs National park.

We have three walks which start in this bustling little town but there is also a lot to do in the town itself.

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Arundel walk 01

Arundel town walk

Walk distance
¾ miles
Time
30 mins
Route type
Circular

Our first walk is a short stroll and takes you around Arundel, starting near the Arundel Museum where you can find out about Arundel's history as well as seeing local exhibits. In this area there is also the Arundel boatyard where you can hire a boat and enjoy the town from the fast flowing River Arun.

This walk takes you into the High Street with it's independent shops, restaurants, cafes, antiques shops and old coaching Inns. There is plenty of Georgian and Victorian architecture on show here but one of the most popular places to visit is Arundel Castle, a restored and remodelled castle that belongs to the Duke of Norfolk. The castle has been in his family since 1067.

Our walk also passes the 19th Century catholic church which is truly stunning with it's neo-gothic architecture but if you want a longer walk which takes in some of the beautiful surrounding countryside then our second walk is the one for you.

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Arundel walk 02

Arundel park and lake walk

Walk distance
4 miles
Time
2 hours
Route type
Circular

This second walk allows you to enjoy all the aspects of Arundel but also expands the route out of town, heading north into the Arundel Park and Swanbourne Lake. The lake is crystal clear as it is fed by a spring and hosts a vast array of wildlife. There are quiet areas off the main tracks for you to enjoy the surroundings and maybe have a picnic or you could take a rowing boat out onto the lake. Our walk then takes you on a delightful riverside loop alongside the River Arun before returning to the town. There are plenty of pubs and eateries in Arundel to help make this a perfect pub walk.

Arundel park and lake walk 4.3 Ratings and reviews 7 ratings · 4 reviews

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Community feedback

Overall rating4.3

A very popular walk

Dog friendly3.1 / 5
Path condition4.0 / 5
Buggy friendly2.4 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.4 / 5
Toilet facilities3.0 / 5
Pub or café4.4 / 5
Route accuracy4.4 / 5
ClimbingGentle slopes
LivestockRarely any livestock
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelMay be muddy after wet weather

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Walker review

A really lovely walk, combines town and country and waterside, not too challenging or hilly.

Walker review

Just lovely!

Walker review

Enjoyable even in thick mist Nb look out for route down by Folly in Arundel Park as hard to spot

Walker review

Highly recommend the pub the black rabbit

Arundel walk 03

Arundel adventure walk

Walk distance
8 miles
Time
4 hours
Route type
Circular

Our third and longest Arundel walk is an extended version of the second and takes in more of Arundel Park and allows you to take in views of the rolling chalk hills that make up the South Downs. This walk also takes you along the winding River Arun and passes the Wildfowl and Wetland nature reserve with it's 65 acres of wetlands and diverse wildlife species. When you return, there are plenty of pubs in the town itself for refreshments.

Arundel adventure walk 4.6 Ratings and reviews 5 ratings · 3 reviews

Based on 5 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.6

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly4.2 / 5
Path condition4.6 / 5
Buggy friendly1.4 / 5
Wheelchair friendly2.4 / 5
Toilet facilities2.0 / 5
Pub or café4.2 / 5
Route accuracy4.4 / 5
ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockSome livestock
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelMostly dry

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Walker review

Lovely walk, easy to follow route.First time using the app and it was great!

Walker review

If you go clockwise, the Black Rabbit pub presents itself at precisely the right time.

Walker review

Beautiful part of Sussex. Watch out for the White Storks!

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Expanded route map for Arundel park and lake walk, a 4 mile circular walk in Sussex