To walk the 100 miles of this National Trail on consecutive days walkers (and their dogs) need to be reasonably fit and to come prepared with the right clothes and footwear.
Whilst the completion of any long distance walk is always an exciting challenge, this is one that can be achieved in relative safety and comfort provided you remember two things :-
☼ Some of the chalk & flint paths on the downland ridge are hard underfoot and good
worn-in footwear is essential.
☼ There is little or no shelter from the wind and sun; sensible loose clothing, sun
cream and lots of water are a very good idea.
The rewards are an enormous sense of well-being, satisfaction and achievement.
And, of course, nine days spent in good company in the beautiful scenery of the South Downs.
an unexpected refreshment stop
Both newcomers and ‘old hands’ will be invited to attend a morning
briefing meeting in Pulborough, with complimentary refreshments, a few weeks before the event.
The Footprints Team will be there to offer advice on preparation for the walk, explain how it all ‘works’, show a short DVD about the trail itself and answer any questions that you may have. More details of this meeting will be given with the joining instructions
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