By the Bluebell Railway at Horsted Keynes
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"Recapture the golden age of steam from a classic Wealden village on this fascinating walk beside the Bluebell Railway."
Walk directions
Opposite the village sign by the Crown Inn, go down Church Lane, bearing right downhill at the next junction and turning left immediately beyond a tile hung cottage called Timbers, on a path between fences. Go through a gate and into the trees, past a pond.
Beyond a kissing gate, reach a junction with a path and continue ahead up a path that immediately drops to a junction by a signpost. Go straight over, past an angling club sign, and pass along the left side of a lake.
Just after a weir keep left at the fork, over plank footbridges. Carry on in this direction past a public footpath sign, emerge into a field and carry on to reach a road. Turn right on the road for 80yds (73m), then go left opposite a house on a signposted path between fences, skirting paddocks. Emerge on grass above Horsted Keynes station, and turn left to look at the station.
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Additional information
Terrain
- Field and woodland paths and tracks, stretches of quiet road, several stiles
Landscape
- Peaceful woodland and farmland with views
Dog friendliness
- Off lead on parts of West Sussex Border Path (not allowed in ponds); under control in vicinity of Horsted Keynes and railway station
Parking
- Horsted Keynes rural car park, off Chapel Lane, by Horsted Club in village centre
Toilets en route
- On Station Road in village and Horsted Keynes station (seasonal)
About the walk
There is something wonderfully evocative about the sound of an approaching steam train. Even standing on the platform of a restored station and gazing at the livery, the bookstalls and the adverts for seaside holidays can rekindle a host of cherished memories. Horsted Keynes station is just such a...
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About the area
East Sussex is a land of stately homes, castles and the South Downs, with miles of chalk cliffs overlooking the English Channel. For history buffs, there are a great many historic landmarks within Sussex, such as the battlefield where the Battle of Hastings took place, or visitors can enjoy pretty towns such as Lewes, Rye and Uckfield and the city of Brighton.
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The Nest
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Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club
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Mallingdown Oast
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Mallingdown Oast
Beautiful converted Oast House in quiet rural location. Sleeps four in two bedrooms; one twin, one double. Large kitchen/diner, galleried living area. Wi-Fi and Sky TV. Private gard...
Alexander House & Utopia Spa
Set in 175 acres of parkland and landscaped gardens, Alexander House dates back to the 17th century. Most of the bedrooms are very spacious and all have luxurious bathrooms; the rooms i...
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