12. South Downs Way
The South Downs Way is the 99 mile national trail that runs over the undulating chalk downland between Eastbourne and Winchester. You can walk or ride along this scenic route across the open expanse of the Sussex downs, following the Countryside Agency's acorn waymarks. This is the complete official guide for the long distance walker or the weekend stroller, horse-rider or the cyclist. All you need is this one book.
" The route is split into convenient sections.
" 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey maps for each section marked with points of special interest.
" Circular routes off the trail for shorter walks in the area.
" Route information on each section, with colour photographs and notes on nearby features.
" Background information on local history, wildlife, archaeology, geology, industry, and land use.
" Towns and villages on the route with facilities for walkers.
" Sources of information on accommodation, including camping, and public transport.
" Addresses of useful organisations.
" The Countryside Access Charter on your rights and responsibilities when out in the countryside.
" The route is split into convenient sections.
" 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey maps for each section marked with points of special interest.
" Circular routes off the trail for shorter walks in the area.
" Route information on each section, with colour photographs and notes on nearby features.
" Background information on local history, wildlife, archaeology, geology, industry, and land use.
" Towns and villages on the route with facilities for walkers.
" Sources of information on accommodation, including camping, and public transport.
" Addresses of useful organisations.
" The Countryside Access Charter on your rights and responsibilities when out in the countryside.