Eartham is a village and civil parish located within the South Downs National Park in West Sussex, England. This region is characterized by rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and historic features, providing a varied landscape for outdoor pursuits. The diverse terrain supports several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Eartham offers more than 50 routes across several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. More than 35,000…
92
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.4
(9)
39
hikers
7.26km
02:00
130m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
15
hikers
8.12km
02:14
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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(16)
73
hikers
10.5km
02:53
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42
hikers
4.47km
01:17
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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60
riders
44.6km
01:43
90m
90m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

48
riders
17.3km
00:47
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

39
riders
59.3km
02:46
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
47.4km
02:02
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.0
(9)
26
riders
21.1km
01:57
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
29.9km
02:37
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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8
riders
20.7km
01:39
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
17.6km
01:39
300m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(2)
22
riders
87.9km
07:37
1,520m
1,520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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11
riders
36.0km
03:02
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
83.2km
06:56
1,550m
1,550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
27.5km
02:23
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
riders
33.2km
03:06
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
riders
16.6km
01:39
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
10
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
14.0km
00:48
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
7.87km
00:54
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
9.11km
01:05
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
10.2km
01:10
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
9.61km
01:05
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Eartham, located within the South Downs National Park, offers diverse landscapes for various outdoor activities. Popular sports include hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features 68 routes across these sports.
Eartham provides a network of hiking trails suitable for different fitness levels. Notable routes include the Nore Hill Folly Trail, approximately 4.5 miles (7.3 km), and the Nore Hill loop, about 5.0 miles (8.1 km), both offering panoramic views. The Stane Street Junction – North Wood loop, around 3.9 miles (6.2 km), explores ancient woodlands and a Roman road. More hiking options are available in the Hiking around Eartham guide.
Yes, Eartham offers trails suitable for beginners and those seeking easier walks. These routes typically traverse woodlands and rolling hills within the South Downs National Park. Specific easy options can be found in the Easy hikes around Eartham guide.
Eartham caters to various cycling disciplines, including road, mountain, and touring cycling. Routes range from paved surfaces to unpaved segments, with options like the 'View of the River Arun – View of the South Downs loop' for experienced touring cyclists. Explore more in the Road Cycling Routes around Eartham and MTB Trails around Eartham guides.
Eartham is known for its ancient woodlands, such as Eartham Woods, which features spectacular bluebell displays in spring. Nore Hill offers panoramic views across the South Downs and towards the Sussex coast. The ancient Roman road, Stane Street, also runs through the area.
Yes, Eartham's varied terrain, including rolling countryside and ancient woodlands, is suitable for gravel biking. Routes like 'Houghton & Eartham Woods' provide diverse paths for this activity. Further details are available in the Gravel biking around Eartham guide.
Eartham is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 35,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's 68 routes have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Eartham, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Eartham, Road Cycling Routes around Eartham, and MTB Trails around Eartham. Guides for easy hikes, touring cycling, gravel biking, and jogging are also available.
Eartham, as a small village and civil parish, does not have a single overarching tourism website. However, information can be found via the Eartham Parish Meeting or the Chichester District Council. The official website for the parish is https://eartham.site.
The Eartham Parish Meeting can be contacted by phone at 01243 814212 or via email at franke_futurehope@msn.com. For general local services, the Chichester District Council can be reached at 01243 785166.
Yes, Eartham offers trails suitable for jogging and running, utilizing the region's diverse landscapes. These routes provide opportunities for outdoor exercise within the South Downs National Park. More information can be found in the Running Trails around Eartham guide.
Eartham's unique appeal stems from its blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and varied terrain within the South Downs National Park. Features like ancient Roman roads, spring bluebell displays in Eartham Woods, and panoramic views from Nore Hill contribute to a rich outdoor experience. It caters to a wide range of activity levels.

