Shoreham Old Toll Bridge – Downs Link along the River Adur loop from Adur

Shoreham Old Toll Bridge – Downs Link along the River Adur loop from Adur

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Shoreham Old Toll Bridge – Downs Link along the River Adur loop from Adur

00:40

12.1km

60m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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South Downs National Park

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Start point

Parking

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2.63 km

Shoreham Old Toll Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

The easiest to access and safest way to cross the Adur in the area - the alternatives are busy roads. This crossing links with the Downs Link on the east …

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2.82 km

Start of the Downs Link

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Marked by a sign '37 1/2 Miles to the North Downs Way'. All 23mm tyres abandon, ye who enter here! Actually it's 37.5 miles (60.3 km) of mostly nice gravel …

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2.82 km

Shoreham Toll Bridge

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Shoreham Toll Bridge is the last example of this kind of bridge and has a surprisingly-rich history. In a stunning position over the River Adur, the bridge offers great views …

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2.85 km

Downs Link — Adur riverside and Lancing College view (Shoreham-by-Sea)

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This section is a great surface for all bikes (even skinny tyres). Great views of the river Adur and Lancing College (Hogwarts)

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5.88 km

Downs Link along the River Adur

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Shared cycle path and footway by the river Adur. Section from Bramber Castle to Shoreham, which avoids a dangerously busy main road.

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6.74 km

South Downs Way Bridge

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6.93 km

Downs Link at Botolphs

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There is a drinking fountain and fountain following in the direction of the South Downs Way, just before you reach the road. Following the river towards Steyning the road winds …

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7.84 km

View of the Shoreham Cement Works from Coombes Road

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Great route through Steyning and towards the coast or Brighton Airport. Beautiful road overlooked by the impressive and Gothic looking Lancing College Chapel.

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12.1 km

End point

Parking

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