Wealden Walks
Wealden District Council, with the help of each of the 42 parishes in the area and supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, has established the Wealden Walks. Using over 150 miles of the existing public rights of way network, some of which was previously underused, we have provided a means of viewing and understanding Wealden's natural and historic landscapes. The walks have also been arranged to incorporate links with the public transport network, both bus and rail.
There are 20 Wealden Walks in total varying from 4 to 12 miles in length, with at least one passing through every parish.
The complete colour guide of the Wealden Walks is available at the Council Office Reception at Hailsham and it is free. The guide contains information on the natural and historic landscapes within the district. Not forgetting the walks themselves which are contained on individual cards at the back.
Grading's
Grade 1: Very easy walk on flat, surfaced path. No stiles.
Grade 2: Easy walk with some gentle hills. Path not necessarily surfaced but dry and smooth underfoot.
Grade 3: Typical walk with some hills, stiles and possibly muddy surfaces.
Grade 4: More difficult walking including steep hills, uneven, muddy, poor surfaces and stiles.
Walking Routes to Download
5 miles, 3 hours, grade 2.
11.5 miles, 8 hours, grade 4.
8.5 miles, 5 hours, grade 3.
8 miles, 5 hours, grade 3.
7 miles, 5 hours, grade 3.
9 miles, 6 hours, grade 3.
6 miles, 4 hours, grade 3.
7 hours, grade 4, (Figure of 8 route, so can be shortened).
7 miles, 4 hours, grade 3.
4 miles, 3 hours, grade 2.
Please note: Walk 10 is partially closed due to works by the National Grid on Ninfield Transfer Station. Please refer to East Sussex Road Closures (external link) for more information.
6 miles, 4 hours, grade 3.
8 miles, 5 hours, grade 3.
7 miles, 5 hours, grade 3.
8 miles, 5 miles, grade 3, (Figure of 8 route, so can be shortened).
9 miles, 5 hours, grade 4.
7.5 miles, 5 hours, grade 3.
7 miles, 4 hours, grade 3, (Figure of 8 route, so can be shortened).
7.5 miles, 5 hours, grade 3.
8.5 miles, 5 hours, grade 3, (Figure of 8 route, so can be shortened).
7.5 miles, 5 hours, grade 3.