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Cheesefoot Head – Gander Down loop from Cheriton

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Cheesefoot Head – Gander Down loop from Cheriton

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Cheesefoot Head – Gander Down loop from Cheriton

01:21

12.1km

190m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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South Downs National Park

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16 m

Water Tap at South Downs National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

5.76 km

Warren Lane Wildflower Meadow and View

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Lovely climb or descent, beautiful views from the top.

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6.68 km

Rocky Dirt Path in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Trail

7.18 km

Cheesefoot Head

Highlight • Natural Monument

The large natural amphitheatre of Cheesefoot Head marks the first great view you experience along the South Downs Way, with views stretching to the Solent and the Isle of Wight. …

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7.31 km

Pathway Through Beech Trees, South Downs National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

A great downhill ride from Cheesefoot car park

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8.44 km

Water Pumps and Cycle Tool Kit at South Downs Way

Highlight • Cycleway

Fresh water tap - an essential resource for South Downs Way walkers and cyclists. Tap tested and working in May 2022. This station also includes a bike pump/tools.

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10.5 km

Bench With a View of South Downs

Highlight • Viewpoint

11.4 km

Gander Down

Highlight • Trail

12.1 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.42 km

4.07 km

1.50 km

139 m

Surfaces

5.16 km

5.06 km

1.77 km

139 m

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Saturday 23 May

29°C

12°C

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Cheesefoot Head – Gander Down loop from Cheriton

Water Tap at South Downs National Park

Warren Lane Wildflower Meadow and View

Rocky Dirt Path in South Downs National Park

Cheesefoot Head

Pathway Through Beech Trees, South Downs National Park

Water Pumps and Cycle Tool Kit at South Downs Way

Bench With a View of South Downs

Gander Down

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