Walk 10 - The Chattri – short loop
Walk The Chattri to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
About this walk
The Chattri stands as a memorial to all Indian soldiers who fought and lost their lives during the First World War (1914 to 1918).
The word Chattri means umbrella in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
1.5 million members of the Indian army fought alongside British soldiers.
12,000 wounded Indian soldiers were treated at sites around Brighton including the Royal Pavilion. The Chattri stands on the site of the funeral pyre where 53 Hindis and Sikhs were cremated. Every year a pilgrimage makes its way to the memorial with representatives from the Indian High Commission, former officers and the Indian Army in attendance. Everyone is welcome to the service.
The memorial’s stark white appearance against the green of the downland ensures that it is a visible reminder from many vantage points around Brighton. Look out for your first glimpse as you set off.
Map of The Chattri – short loop
There are 2 maps you can use to navigate this route.
You can download and:
- print a detailed PDF copy of the map
- sign into the free walking Komoot app to use the map below if you prefer to use your smartphone
Directions
Bus number 5, 5a from Ladies Mile stop
- From the bus stop outside the Ladies Mile pub walk up Vale Avenue which takes you to Horsedean Recreation Ground.
- Turn right and follow the track up to the right, keeping between the trees and the fence at the back of the houses. Turn first left taking you across the footbridge, over the bypass, and left again.
- Follow the concrete road up to the other side of the valley where you come to a junction.
- Turn right and pass through the small gate to the left of the track taking you into the field. Keep to the left across the field until you come to a gate directly under the electricity pylons.
- Go through the gate and head up to the Chattri. Then retrace your steps until you pass the copse of woods to your left. Then turn left and head straight down.
- Then retrace your steps until you pass the copse of woods to your left. Then turn left and head straight down the hill (with the rifle range to the left).
- Head towards the gate at the lane at the bottom of the hill. Go through the gate and turn right. Follow the lane back to the junction (point 4).
- Turn left and retrace steps back to the bus stop, via Horsedean Recreation Ground and Vale Avenue.
Useful information about this walk
Useful information about this walk
Distance
4 miles
Estimated time
1 hour and 50 minutes
Bus service
Number 5, 5a
Bus stop
The Ladies Mile stop
Accessibility - surfacing and obstacles
Grass paths, long tarmac section (Standean Farm approach road).
Bridleway gates.
More information about our walks
Working landscapes
Many of these walks take you on paths across working farms.
To enjoy it respectfully and responsibly:
- keep your dog on a lead or under close control
- bin your litter and dog poo
- do not disturb livestock and wildlife
- keep to footpaths, bridleways, byways and access land (as directed)
South Downs National Park
Many of these walks are based on routes that were published by the South Downs Conservation Board, now the South Downs National Park.
Go to their website for inspiration on walking routes in the Downs.