West Chiltington is a village located in West Sussex, offering a varied landscape for outdoor activities. Situated at the foot of the South Downs, the area features rolling hills, chalk grasslands, and expansive views, alongside local low ridges, shallow valleys, and woodlands. This rural setting provides a tranquil environment for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
West Chiltington provides a range of outdoor activities and routes for various interests.…
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riders
58.6km
04:34
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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18
riders
33.7km
03:07
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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11
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
31.0km
01:53
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
9.57km
01:03
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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runners
8.94km
00:57
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.14km
00:52
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
hikers
6.56km
01:45
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
hikers
8.24km
02:13
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
3.95km
01:03
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
hikers
5.15km
01:21
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
riders
36.0km
02:13
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
riders
26.5km
01:37
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
riders
29.4km
02:23
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
28.3km
01:42
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
riders
48.5km
02:16
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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22
riders
25.3km
01:09
150m
150m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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18
riders
27.2km
01:11
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
54.6km
02:36
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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12
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
53.7km
03:22
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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West Chiltington offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region features more than 40 routes across these sports. Over 29,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars.
West Chiltington provides numerous hiking opportunities, particularly with its proximity to the South Downs National Park. Local woodlands like Monkmead Woods and Perretts Copse also offer spaces for exploration. For detailed routes, refer to the Hiking around West Chiltington guide.
Mountain biking opportunities exist in the wider South Downs National Park area, accessible from West Chiltington. Some regional routes, such as 'G Class roads' near Warminghurst, are suitable for mountain biking in dry conditions. Specific routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around West Chiltington guide.
West Chiltington and its surroundings feature quiet country roads and paved surfaces suitable for road cycling. Routes vary in elevation, from easier rides up to 2 hours to more challenging 5-hour excursions. The Road Cycling Routes around West Chiltington guide provides further information.
West Chiltington offers routes suitable for various fitness levels, including easier options for activities like hiking and road cycling. For accessible hiking, consult the Easy hikes around West Chiltington guide. Gravel biking is also available, often providing a less technical cycling experience.
The area features the rolling hills and chalk grasslands of the South Downs. Notable landmarks include Chanctonbury Ring hillfort, offering panoramic views, and Shipley Windmill, a historic smock mill. Monkmead Woods and Perretts Copse are local wildlife sites providing natural spaces for exploration.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for West Chiltington. These include MTB Trails around West Chiltington, Hiking around West Chiltington, and Road Cycling Routes around West Chiltington. Additional guides cover running, general cycling, easy hikes, and gravel biking.
Routes in West Chiltington have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 3,000 individual ratings. More than 29,000 visitors have explored the area's 42 available routes.
The tranquil rural countryside and winding lanes of West Chiltington are suitable for jogging. The proximity to the South Downs also provides varied terrain for running. A dedicated guide, Running Trails around West Chiltington, is available for specific routes.
The West Chiltington Parish Council can be contacted for local information. Their official website is wcpc.org.uk. The Parish Council can also be reached by phone at +441798817434.
The terrain around West Chiltington for cycling includes a mix of paved surfaces and quiet country roads for road cycling. The area is characterized by low ridges and shallow valleys. For mountain biking, the wider South Downs National Park offers varied off-road conditions.

