The South Downs Way
The South Downs Way
Cocking GU29 0EU (11 miles)
The 160 kilometre long South Downs Way follows the old routes and droveways along the chalk escarpment and ridges of the South Downs. The undulating route provides a wonderful trip for long distance riders as well as walkers. The closest point to the Millstream is the village of Cocking near Midhurst.
The Trundle
The Trundle
Chichester (9 miles)
Trundle hill rises gently from East Lavant in the south; alternatively, there’s a car park adjacent to the very top of it (the site of an ancient iron age hill fort), which is accessible from the Goodwood to Singleton Road. From the top of the trundle there are views towards Chichester and the surrounding area, the English Channel, the Solent and the Isle of Wight beyond.
Centurion Way
Centurion Way
Chichester (6 miles)
Centurion Way Railway path is a route for Cyclists and Pedestrians between Chichester and West Dean, which runs along a path where a railway line used to be. Its highlights include the landscape, views, sculptures, archaeology and passing near West Dean Gardens, Weald and Downland Living Museum.
Kingley Vale
Kingley Vale
Chichester PO18 9BN (4 miles)
The reserve contains one of the finest yew forests in western Europe, including a grove of ancient trees which are among the oldest living things in Britain. The largest yew trees can be found at the foot of the valley and several are 500 years old with their shapes contorted by time and countless storms. Look out for green woodpeckers, as well as red kites and buzzards. Breeding birds at Kingley Vale include the nightingale, grasshopper warbler, blackcap, marsh tit and green woodpecker. Buzzards are often seen, along with other birds of prey including kestrel, sparrowhawk, hobby (in summer), red kite and tawny owl.
Salterns Way
Salterns Way
Chichester PO20 7EG (3 miles)
Salterns Way is an 18km cycle and wheelchair route from the centre of Chichester to the sand dunes of East Head. This new route follows quiet roads and cycle paths through the countryside. It has been funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and is managed by Chichester Harbour Conservancy.
Bosham Quay
Bosham Quay
Bosham Quay (0.2 miles)
Take a stroll to Bosham Quay, just a gentle five-minute walk from the Millstream. It is an attractive walk that goes through winding streets and on to the quayside and past the Saxon church. There is an art and craft centre at Bosham Walk and Bosham Gallery is worth a visit with its array of contemporary wildlife, landscape and marine photography.