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Vandalian Tower – View of Harting Down loop from South Downs National Park

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Vandalian Tower – View of Harting Down loop from South Downs National Park

Easy

4.5

(11)

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Vandalian Tower – View of Harting Down loop from South Downs National Park

01:28

4.79km

150m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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75 m

Harting Down Car Park

Highlight • Parking

Stunning views down the valley into South Harting

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339 m

South Harting Hill Climb

Highlight • Climb

There are three good climbs heading south out of South Harting. The SDW crosses two of them at the top. Plenty to explore and excellent cycling around the area.
One …

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772 m

Vandalian Tower

Highlight • Monument

The Vandalian Tower was built in 1774 to commemorate the short-lived British colony of Vandalia. The atmospheric ruins stand atop Tower Hill and afford great views over the South Downs. …

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4.04 km

View of South Downs National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

4.08 km

View of South Harting

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful views over the South Downs! People spotting hidden amongst the brush!

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4.10 km

View of Harting Down

Highlight • Trail

Harting Down is one of the largest areas of ancient chalk downland in Britain and is managed by the National Trust. Within this timeless grassland, you can find wild herbs, …

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4.79 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.55 km

811 m

767 m

624 m

Surfaces

2.41 km

699 m

684 m

389 m

353 m

217 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Wednesday 6 May

15°C

3°C

11 %

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Vandalian Tower – View of Harting Down loop from South Downs National Park

Harting Down Car Park

South Harting Hill Climb

Vandalian Tower

View of South Downs National Park

View of South Harting

View of Harting Down

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