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Exploring the South Downs
The great grassy humped back of the chalk Downs, kept trim by sheep
and topped with the remnants of Iron-Age forts, holds plenty of rare treats
for the visitor and is a beautiful area to explore at leisure. Along its ridge
runs the glorious 160-km (100-mile) South Downs Way, and around its
base lie scattered flint-stone farms, pretty thatched cottages and friendly
pubs. Although the main roads through the area can get busy, there is
a surprisingly remote country feel to the back roads, and the life of
bygone days conjured in its open-air museums doesn’t seem far away.
BACK ROADS GREAT BRITAIN
ACTIVITIES
Go on a nature ramble in the Cuckmere Valley near
Alfriston
Cool off in the sea at Brighton or the Witterings
Breach the defences of Iron-Age hill forts at Steyning
Take a boat on the River Arun or Chichester Harbour
Go birdwatching in the wetlands of Arundel
Watch a dashing game of polo in Midhurst
Enjoy a day at the races at Glorious Goodwood
Below The open road running along the base of
the South Downs near Beachy Head, see p92
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