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.
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.
Reigate Hill and Walton Heath – 15km
This route submitted by Kat utilises in part the North Downs way and explores Reigate Hill, Magador and Gatton Park. There are a number of parking locations around the route including some residential streets where parking may be had. The route in total is 15km but there is ample exploration to be had for shorter […]
Winterfold Woods – 17.5km
This route has been submitted by Kat. The route in total is 17km though this uses some public roads which can be avoided utilising the many footpaths.
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.
Kelly’s Cross Country Challenge – Half Marathon Race Report
For my sins I try to run a half marathon each year and 2017 being no different though now running with my pooch this seemed to be a great one to try and raise a little money for the Challengers charity . The event I choose was the Kelly’s Cross Country Challenge in the exceptionally […]
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 […]