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Houghton Forest Play Area – Houghton Forest loop from Houghton

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Houghton Forest Play Area – Houghton Forest loop from Houghton

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Houghton Forest Play Area – Houghton Forest loop from Houghton

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7.14km

120m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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South Downs National Park

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363 m

Houghton Forest Play Area

Highlight • Forest

Dens & swings for kids of all ages to play.

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2.18 km

Woodland Singletrack Trail in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Forest

beware pedestrians

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2.95 km

Woodland in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Forest

4.27 km

Houghton Forest

Highlight • Forest

Houghton Forest is a large woodland that’s home to lots of wildlife. There are plenty of trails to explore through the woodland, which affords a real sense of tranquillity.

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5.89 km

Bomb Crater in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Natural

The English countryside is littered with bomb craters. There are various theories as to their provenance, all stemming from the Second World War. Rouge German bombs, Allied aircraft dropping bombs …

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7.14 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.07 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.14 km

928 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 28 May

23°C

14°C

21 %

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Houghton Forest Play Area – Houghton Forest loop from Houghton

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