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It was a short final stage heading from Exton to Winchester, just 13 miles and thankfully the rain had stopped.
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SDW Day 5 (South Harting – Exton)
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By the time I had got to South Harting the best of the day had seemed to have gone. The northerly wind had dropped but the rain had started. Walking on chalk with a light drizzle falling meant it became very slippery underfoot – those almost polished chalk paths that had been easy walking became almost impassible skating rinks.
SDW Day 4 (Houghton – South Harting)
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The Downs by now had lost some of their steep escarpments, and had become more wooded – thankfully providing some shelter from the north wind which was still blowing strongly. I was also glad that I had brought my hat along with me today.
SDW Panoramic view over Arun Valley
The Arun Valley is the last of the 3 main rivers that are crossed along the South Downs Way. The views from the top of Highdown and Amberley Mount are superb.
SDW Day 3 (Devil’s Dyke to Houghton)
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It was the third day of 18 miles of walking, my legs were just about getting into a stride and I hoped not to repeat the mistake of yesterday to walk several miles further. Having diverted to the south I had missed out on the view to the north from Devil’s Dyke yesterday – however I chose the car park with more care today and was rewarded with a glorious view.
SDW Day 2 (Southease to Devil’s Dyke)
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It was unfortunate but I had forgotten my original map, but a new one was procured in Lewes and I was able to set off in glorious ignorance to the mistake that would cost me more than the £7 for a new map.
SDW Panoramic view near Alfriston
The views north from the top of the South Downs near Alfriston were outstanding…
SDW Day 1 (Eastbourne to Southease)
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I had read the book, studied the map, and planned to spend 6 days to walk the 100 miles from Eastbourne to Winchester along the South Downs Way. I was set to go…