Loxwood – 5km
As it has been a while I thought I’d start with a nice 5km route from one of my favourite locations. Parking can be found at the Onslow Arms and there is ample water for hot pooches at the start and end of the run to drink or swim.
Houghton – 14km
This is a circular route taking part of the South Downs Way starting out from Whiteways Lodge Car Park. The route is 14km/8.5ml and should be considered challenging.
Loxwood – 11km
This is a lovely 11km loop starting out from the Onslow Arms in Loxwood. Parking is freely available using the Wey & Arun canal car park this route starts out heading east towards Drungewick.
Lancing Ring – 10.5km
Suggested by Catherine H, This route is a 10km trail starting out at Lancing Ring nature reserve. This area has many paths which can easily be explored for shorter or if your pooch and your legs are keen some very long runs.
Lavant – 10km
Submitted by Emily A beautiful 10km circular run starting and finishing in Lavant near Chichester. This route takes you very close to The Trundle which is an Iron age hill fort.
Cowdray Forest – 5.5km
Having not explored this area much I didn’t know what to expect when it was suggested by Danielle C that we have a look around with our pooches. This is a small forest South East of Crawley with wide fire tracks, sandy climbs and muddy trails.
Storrington – 7.5km
This route was suggested by Rhianwen F. Starting out right on the top of the South Downs at the end of Chantry Lane, Storrington the views here are worth the effort of putting on running shoes and getting out the door.
Nymans Woodland Trail – 5.2km
This route is a nice circular 5km which is well trodden by many in the beautiful woodlands around Nymans Gardens and house.
Slinfold – 9km
This spot is a staple for my running as it offers a variety of distances and terrains which keeps it interesting for myself and pooch. This 8 km route heads out east from the site of the old Slinfold Station using the downs link and a nice loop through some woods and along the banks […]
St Leonards Forest – 8.4km
This Forestry Commission owned site is a great place for any ability, the terrain varies greatly from wide open tracks, winding woodland trails and sandy inclines. This opens the area up for fun exploration with your dog and affords ample space for off-lead frolics in a number of streams and ponds.