Hop on, Venture out

Hop on Venture out is all about helping you explore the countryside, keep active and boost your mood – all without needing a car.

Spend more time in nature and find out how to get there

Our new map brings together 18 beautiful walks across Brighton & Hove, each carefully selected to showcase local landscapes, history and wildlife. Better still, every route is accessible by bus, making it easier than ever to plan a day out. 

Whether you'd like a shorter accessible walk, a longer stroll, or a bit of a hike, there is something for everybody. 

In this section, you will find:

  • a clear map showing all 18 walking routes, the bus service(s) and the nearest bus stop
  • detailed information for each walk, including directions, distance and terrain
  • a downloadable map for each walk so you can take it with you on the go
  • a link to a free walking app if you prefer using your smartphone to navigate 

Take a look, pick a route, and start exploring the countryside - one step (and one bus journey) at a time! 

Map showing 18 walking routes and the bus route that will take there.

Hop on, Venture out bus walk maps

Download maps to find 18 walking routes, the bus service or services and the nearest bus stop.
People walking a cycling in the countryside.

Walk 1: Saltdean to Telscombe Loop

Walk from Saltdean to Telscombe Loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
2 people overlooking the sea on a bench in the countryside.

Walk 2: Saltdean to Rottingdean Linear

Walk from Saltdean to Rottingdean Linear to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Countryside overlooking the sea.

Walk 3: Woodingdean to Rottingdean Linear

Walk from Woodingdean to Rottingdean Linear to enjoy spectacular far reaching views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Two people admiring flowers on a countryside walk.

Walk 4: Woodingdean Castle Hill National Nature Reserve Loop

Walk the Woodingdean Castle Hill National Nature Reserve Loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Children flying kites in the countryside.

Walk 5: Sheepcote to Ovingdean Loop

Walk from Sheepcote to Ovingdean Loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Two people and a child exploring the countryside.

Walk 6 – Bevendean Down short loop

Walk the Bevendean Down short loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
People walking in the countryside.

Walk 7 – Bevendean Down long loop

Walk the Bevendean Down long loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Countryside

Walk 8 – Stanmer Loop

Walk the Stanmer Loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Grassy countryside view.

Walk 9 - The Chattri – long loop

Walk The Chattri – long loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Sheep in a field in the countryside

Walk 10 - The Chattri – short loop

Walk The Chattri – short loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Flowers in the countryside.

Walk 11 – Waterhall Local Nature Reserve (LNR)

Walk the Waterhall Local Nature Reserve (LNR) to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Person sitting on bench overlooking Devils Dyke.

Walk 12 – Hangleton to Devil’s Dyke Loop

Walk from Hangleton to Devil’s Dyke to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Countryside sign.

Walk 13 – Dyke Railway Trail Loop

Walk the Dyke Railway Trail Loop to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Children playing in tree in the countryside.

Walk 14 – Mile Oak to Edburton Hill Loop

Walk from Mile Oak to Edburton Hill to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Child playing in tree in the countryside.

Walk 15 – Mile Oak to Mt Zion Loop

Walk from Mile Oak to Mt Zion to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
A rainbow over the countryside setting of Stanmer Park.

Walk 16 – Stanmer Greenways accessible trail (linear)

Walk the Stanmer Greenways accessible trail to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Children in the countryside.

Walk 17 – Woodingdean to Ovingdean accessible trail (linear)

Walk from Woodingdean to Ovingdean to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
Flowers in the countryside.

Walk 18 – Woodingdean to Falmer accessible trail (linear)

Walk from Woodingdean to Falmer to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.