Walk 2: Saltdean to Rottingdean Linear
Walk from Saltdean to Rottingdean to enjoy spectacular views. Find details about the walk and directions from the nearest bus stop.
About this walk
This walk takes you from the seaside town of Saltdean to Rottingdean village across the South Downs National Park.
The route takes in the rolling downland landscape, with far reaching views over to the sea. The walk culminates at Whiteways Lane, a historic track connecting Rottingdean and Saltdean.
It dates back to the 1700s and is famous for its role in smuggling operations.
It is now a country lane, flanked by horse fields, in a tunnel of trees. The village of Rottingdean offers many refreshment opportunities with cafes and pubs.
Map of Saltdean to Rottingdean Linear
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 27 Coaster at top of Saltdean Vale shops
- From the bus stop at the top of Saltdean Vale, head up to the bridleway on the corner of Coombe Vale. Follow the bridleway past the football club up to Pickershill Farm. Keep right until you come to a waymark post where you turn left
- Walk up the hill, alongside the fence and through the gate. Continue up until you come to a second gate. Do not go through the gate, but turn left, heaing past the cottages.
- Pass through the next gate. Go straight on towards Rottingdean, until you get to Westmeston Avenue.
- Turn right onto the track and follow the path down to Whiteways Lane. Walk to the bottom of the lane, then turn left onto Vicarage Lane, which comes out onto the High Street, where you can catch the bus number 2 or 2a, or continue down to the coast road where there are frequent buses towards Brighton or Eastbourne.
Useful information about this walk
Distance
3.3 miles
Estimated time
1 hour and 30 minutes
Bus service and stop
Number 27 Coaster at top of Saltdean Vale shops.
Number 22 at Rottingdean High Street.
Accessibility - surfacing and obstacles
Farm tracks (rutted in places), grass paths, short tarmac sections. 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.