Upcoming Walks

West Sussex Mind have been working hard to look after peoples mental health for over 50 years. During that time, they have evolved and expanded their support and how they work.

It is important to them that anyone in West Sussex is able to get support. So their work includes outreach to ensure those who most need us know about us and feel able to ask for help. They provide support for children, young people, adults, older people, parents, carers and families, and specialist support for the LGBTQIA+ and resettled refugee communities.

If you are struggling with your mental wellbeing, they are there for you.

Mental health in the UK is facing a critical situation with rising demand, as 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem of some kind each year in England (e.g., anxiety/depression). NHS services are under extreme pressure, with a 33% increase in referrals from 2019 to 2023, leading to long waiting times and rising rates of mental illness among young people, now affecting over 1 in 5 children.

West Sussex Mind have waiting lists to access our services – and with our walking we hope we can help them be there for people who so desperately need their help!

Please help us support them

https://www.justgiving.com/page/cocowalksaugust2026?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

WEDNESDAY 5TH AUGUST

Woolbeding Rother Walk 2.82 miles – 9.15am

Starting at the Woolbeding Car Park (just off the A272) Woolbeding our first walk we will meet around 9am for a 9.15am start. We will enjoy a Rother River 2.82 mile walk and will start by walking up the gradual hill of Woolbeding Parkland viewing the Woolbeding Glasshouse in the distance.

Walking on the Rother Walk we will continue to walk through the woods down the other side of the hill where you can view the Folly in the distance. Sometimes we are lucky to view the cattle grazing in the parkland fields. Continuing along the river walk, we will head over a long wooden boardwalk walking then along the paths around the often muddy paths along the side of the river where you can enjoy the views of the reeds, rushes, trees and wildlife.

Dogs are welcome on leads around wildlife. £1 per walk donated to the charity of the month and note as always you walk at your own risk. No facilities on this route.

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Stedham Mill Walk 3.1 miles – 10.45am (Subject to Heat)

Depending on heat on the day we will meet at 10.30am for a 10.45am start this 3.1 miles (5.10km walk) starts at the Woolbeding Car Park, just off the A272 (turning right at the Woolbeding Junction and right again into the car park) we will walk across to Woolbeding Bridge, crossing the road up onto a field taking us through a wooded area, over a wooden bridge onto a footpath taking us through to Stedham Village.

We will then walk past the church taking us down to the stunning Stedham Mill across a footpath and bridge alongside the river, through a field continuing around the river where we may get a chance of seeing the heron, wild deer in the fields, cattle and horses on route.

Dogs are welcome on leads around wildlife. £1 per walk donated to the charity of the month and note as always you walk at your own risk. No facilities on this route.

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THURSDAY 13TH AUGUST

Durleighmarsh & Hillbrow Circular 4 miles – 9.30am

Meeting at The Tea Barn at Durleighmarsh we will enjoy a walk around the Hill Brow Circular. A beautiful 5.4km walk taking in great views of the South Downs. Meeting at 9.15am for a 9.30am start.

We will walk through the woods and around the farm land and you will have views toward the South Downs. Boots or wellies are highly recommended as this route can get quite muddy in places. This is a short walk that you are welcome to bring the dog but note that you may pass cows along the way so they will need to be on a lead

There are some inclines and declines on this route and although this is on pathways sometimes there is a section that can be a little overgrown at times so please be aware of this.

As before you are responsible for your own health and safety. £1 per walk donation towards the charity of the month. Facilities during opening hours at The Tea Barn at Durleighmarsh

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Durleighmarsh & Sky Park Farm Circular 3 miles – 11am

Meeting at The Tea Barn at Durleighmarsh at 10.45am for a 11am start we will enjoy a walk over to the area of the Sky Park Farm walking over pathways through fields and enjoying great views of the South Downs.

We will walk on a number of footpaths, across fields with one part from Sky Park Farm back to Durleighmarsh along a back road. After rain the fields may a little wet in places so Boots or wellies are highly recommended. This is a short walk that you are welcome to bring the dog but note that we do pass through the Sky Park Farm where deer may be present (although in their own areas) but they will need to be on a lead during this part.

Mainly a flat route but again after rain the pathways could be a bit muddy and slippery in places.

As before you are responsible for your own health and safety. £1 per walk donation towards the charity of the month. Facilities during opening hours at The Tea Barn at Durleighmarsh

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TUESDAY 18TH AUGUST

Queen Elizabeth Extended Circular Walk – 7 miles – 9.30am

Meeting at 9.15am for a 9.30am start at The Queen Elizabeth Country Park visitor centre we will enjoy a 6.7 mile walk winding through the woods of the Queen Elizabeth Country Park taking in War Down and Buriton Chalk Pits. Hopefully we will be able to spot some wildlife as we make our way around. There are a number of hills to climb on this walk and some of the paths can be a little slippery in places after rain but the views are amazing and worth the climb. A moderate/harder walk for some. Allowing 3.5 hours for the walk as it will be at a slower pace because of the hills.

Please note there are multi-user trails on this route, with mountain bikers, runners, and walkers all using the paths. Take care on the rougher sections of this trail, especially in wetter weather. Appropriate footwear is advised. Parking fees are mandatory to access the main visitor centre car park. The route takes in a mix of sights and terrains as we make our way around. Parking, refreshments and facilities are available during opening hours at the start and finish only . Dogs on leads are welcome, £2 donation for this walk towards our charity of the month this walk is approx. 6.7 miles 11km.

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TUESDAY 25TH AUGUST

Stedham Mill Walk 3.1 miles – 9.30am

Meeting at 9.15am for a 9.30am start, this 3.1 miles (5.10km walk) starts at the Woolbeding Car Park, just off the A272 (turning right at the Woolbeding Junction and right again into the car park) we will walk across to Woolbeding Bridge, crossing the road up onto a field taking us through a wooded area, over a wooden bridge onto a footpath taking us through to Stedham Village.

We will then walk past the church taking us down to the stunning Stedham Mill across a footpath and bridge alongside the river, through a field continuing around the river where we may get a chance of seeing the heron, wild deer in the fields, cattle and horses on route.

Dogs are welcome on leads around wildlife. £1 per walk donated to the charity of the month and note as always you walk at your own risk. No facilities on this route.

Meeting Point reference What3words ///pines.query.fuzz

Woolbeding Rother Walk 2.82 miles – 11.15am

Starting back at the Woolbeding Car Park (just off the A272) Woolbeding after our first walk we will meet around 11am for a 11.15am start. We will enjoy a Rother River 2.82 mile walk and will start by walking up the gradual hill of Woolbeding Parkland viewing the Woolbeding Glasshouse in the distance.

Walking on the Rother Walk we will continue to walk through the woods down the other side of the hill where you can view the Folly in the distance. Sometimes we are lucky to view the cattle grazing in the parkland fields. Continuing along the river walk, we will head over a long wooden boardwalk walking then along the paths around the often muddy paths along the side of the river where you can enjoy the views of the reeds, rushes, trees and wildlife.

Dogs are welcome on leads around wildlife. £1 per walk donated to the charity of the month and note as always you walk at your own risk. No facilities on this route.

Meeting Point reference What3words ///pines.query.fuzz

DURING SEPTEMBER I WILL BE WALKING THE 43KM SOUTH COAST ULTRA CHALLENGE AS WELL AS WALKING WITH THE WEEKLY GROUP FOR SAGE HOUSE DEMENTIA SUPPORT

Back in August 2022 I lost my nan (Jean) to Dementia and then 18 months later my Grandad (Dick Whittington) who passed also with Dementia in April 24. Ever since loosing them my walking journey has become a bigger part of my life because of them and its for them and others also going through this cruel Dementia Journey that I walk for.

On Sunday September 6th I will be walking 43km over the South Downs from Hove to Arundel to raise as much money and awareness as I can for this incredible local charity who provide so much support and guidance to those suffering with Dementia.

My nan and grandad didn’t get to enjoy these facilities offered but I know many continue to every day. I hope that by raising what I can for this charity it will enable those suffering with this cruel disease more support and facilities to help them negotiate this hard path.

Dementia is now the leading cause of death in the UK. It’s a devastating and complex condition. 1 in 2 of us will be directly affected by dementia in our lifetime, there is no cure. There are 980,000 people living with dementia in the UK. We at Dementia Support are there for all those who need our help. We reduce loneliness, give the best quality care and provide hope, supporting the whole family.

If there is anything that you can spare to help others it really mean the world to me. Thank you everyone once again for your incredible support xx

Also during September our walking group walks will be donating to this amazing charity too

https://www.justgiving.com/page/vickissouthcoastultraforsagehouse-dementia?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

DURING SEPTEMBER I WILL BE WALKING THE 43KM SOUTH COAST ULTRA CHALLENGE AS WELL AS WALKING WITH THE WEEKLY GROUP FOR SAGE HOUSE DEMENTIA SUPPORT

Back in August 2022 I lost my nan (Jean) to Dementia and then 18 months later my Grandad (Dick Whittington) who passed also with Dementia in April 24. Ever since loosing them my walking journey has become a bigger part of my life because of them and its for them and others also going through this cruel Dementia Journey that I walk for.

On Sunday September 6th I will be walking 43km over the South Downs from Hove to Arundel to raise as much money and awareness as I can for this incredible local charity who provide so much support and guidance to those suffering with Dementia.

My nan and grandad didn’t get to enjoy these facilities offered but I know many continue to every day. I hope that by raising what I can for this charity it will enable those suffering with this cruel disease more support and facilities to help them negotiate this hard path.

Dementia is now the leading cause of death in the UK. It’s a devastating and complex condition. 1 in 2 of us will be directly affected by dementia in our lifetime, there is no cure. There are 980,000 people living with dementia in the UK. We at Dementia Support are there for all those who need our help. We reduce loneliness, give the best quality care and provide hope, supporting the whole family.

If there is anything that you can spare to help others it really mean the world to me. Thank you everyone once again for your incredible support xx

Also during September our walking group walks will be donating to this amazing charity too

https://www.justgiving.com/page/vickissouthcoastultraforsagehouse-dementia?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

WEDNESDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER

Durleighmarsh & Sky Park Farm Circular 3 miles – 9.45am

Meeting at The Tea Barn at Durleighmarsh at 9.30am for a prompt 9.45am start we will enjoy a walk over to the area of the Sky Park Farm walking over pathways through fields and enjoying great views of the South Downs.

We will walk on a number of footpaths, across fields with one part from Sky Park Farm back to Durleighmarsh along a back road. After rain the fields may a little wet in places so Boots or wellies are highly recommended. This is a short walk that you are welcome to bring the dog but note that we do pass through the Sky Park Farm where deer may be present (although in their own areas) but they will need to be on a lead during this part.

Mainly a flat route but again after rain the pathways could be a bit muddy and slippery in places.

As before you are responsible for your own health and safety. £1 per walk donation towards the charity of the month. Facilities during opening hours at The Tea Barn at Durleighmarsh

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Durleighmarsh & Hillbrow Circular 4 miles – 11.15am

Meeting at The Tea Barn at Durleighmarsh we will enjoy a walk around the Hill Brow Circular. A beautiful 5.4km walk taking in great views of the South Downs. Meeting at 11am for a 11.15am start.

We will walk through the woods and around the farm land and you will have views toward the South Downs. Boots or wellies are highly recommended as this route can get quite muddy in places. This is a short walk that you are welcome to bring the dog but note that you may pass cows along the way so they will need to be on a lead

There are some inclines and declines on this route and although this is on pathways sometimes there is a section that can be a little overgrown at times so please be aware of this.

As before you are responsible for your own health and safety. £1 per walk donation towards the charity of the month. Facilities during opening hours at The Tea Barn at Durleighmarsh

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THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER

Chichester Marina & Dell Quay Walk 3.25 mile – 9.45am

Meeting at the Boat House Cafe at Chichester Marina at 9.30am for a 9.45am start we will be taking on a 3.25 mile beautiful scenic walk, walking around the edge of the marina up to Dell Quay where we will then walk back around the fields to the start passing The old RAF Apuldram Air Field and Farmland.

A mixture of marine views, woodland, and farmland with a chance of seeing the swans too. Dogs on leads are welcome, £1 donation per walk and toilets and refreshments available at the Boat House Cafe before and after the walk. Please note parking charges may apply.

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Chichester Marina & Birdham Pool Walk 2.5 miles – 11.30am

Meeting at the Boat House Cafe at Chichester Marina at 11.15am for a 11.30am start we will be taking on a 2.5 mile beautiful scenic walk, walking around the edge of the marina to Birdham Pool and around farmland, and through footpaths and some road sections back to the start

A mixture of marine views, woodland, and farmland with a chance of seeing the swans and boats at the Birdham Pool. Dogs on leads are welcome, £1 donation per walk and toilets and refreshments available at the Boat House Cafe before and after the walk. Please note parking charges may apply.

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TUESDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER

Boxgrove & Halnaker Windmill 6 mile walk – 9.30am

9.30am start (meeting at 9.15am) setting off from the Boxgrove Car Park we will make our way over to see the Boxgrove Priory another historical landmark which was founded in 1107 originally for 3 monks, and also the beautiful church before continuing on around the Tinwood Vineyards where we will then make our way up to see the windmill and the stunning 360 views from the top before returning to the starting point.

As before you are responsible for your own health and safety. £2 donation towards the charity of the month for this walk. Boots or wellies are highly recommended as this route can get quite muddy in places especially after rain.

Tinwood Vineyards if open we can stop in there for refreshments and facilities enroute back from the windmill.

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