Train holidays in the South Downs
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Holidays in the South Downs
Rolling hills, pretty villages and an excellent independent food scene. Only an hour from London on the train, the South Downs abound with fantastic walks offering panoramic views over the coast and surrounding fields, as well as a rich royal and literary history.
4 days with a stay in Lewes
Escape to the rolling South Downs for some fresh country air, staying in the pretty town of Lewes, with plenty of shops and cafes on your doorstop.
6 days with stays in Winchester, Brighton and Arundel
Enjoy the buzzing city of Brighton for quirky shops and fish and chips on the seafront as well as a few days in the countryside to unwind.
Byway highlights in the South Downs
Lewes
The pretty streets of the bohemian market town are lined with independent shops and fantastic pubs and restaurants, including the original Bill’s. With Harvey’s brewery sitting proudly in the centre, Lewes is a food and drink fan’s paradise.
The South Downs Way
Winding along the top of the Downs, this is a footpath that provides an on-top-of-the-world feeling, with 360 degree views for miles around. The route meanders through charming villages and past many a cosy country pub.
The South Coast
Brighton’s pebbly beach is ideal for shell hunting, and dogs (and humans!) will love sprinting across the sand at Seven Sisters. This part of Sussex boasts miles of coastal path, beaches galore and more sea air than you can shake a stick at.