Balcombe and Ardingly Reservoir walk
A 7-mile loop from Balcombe rail station, taking in a long stretch of the Ardingly Reservoir nature reserve and the South of England Showground, before a mandatory pub stop that will set you up for the return journey through woodlands and lanes. Click ‘View Website’ for more information.
Access Notes
- The walk has several climbs and descents throughout, including some quite steep sections.
- The paths are firm for the most part, but the woodland stretches can be very muddy in winter and some stretches of the bridleway alongside the reservoir are muddy all year round, so good boots are a must.
- There are some sections of road walking on quiet lanes, so take care of traffic.
- You will need to negotiate several gates, kissing gates, steps, a footbridge, plus two stiles with gaps alongside that should be suitable for dogs to pass through.
- Most of the paths are enclosed but you will need to cross one field that may be holding cattle, so take particular care with dogs.
