YHA South Downs
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Map and navigation skills social walk from YHA South Downs
Overview
Sunday 12th October 2025
Distance: 5.2 miles (8.5 km)
Duration: 5 hours
Led by: Cathy Ford, Heads Up Adventures
Skills and confidence
This fabulous walk will give you the opportunity to learn or develop your map and compass skills, while out in a stunning area of the South Downs. There will be plenty of stops to introduce the skills and time for you to practice along the way, whilst also connecting with others and being in nature.
You need moderate fitness, meaning you are happy to be on undulating terrain with a few stiles and walking uphill. We walk at a comfortable pace – it’s not an endurance test!
Simply mention 'YHA South Downs' in the contact form.
This walk is in partnership with YHA's Festival of Walking - view other social walks.
What makes it special
- Combining learning navigation skills whilst out walking and socialising with others
- Building confidence to plan and walk in new areas
- Free cuppa and cake at the finish
Date and time
Sunday 12th October 2025
Start: 10:00am
Starting point: YHA South Downs
Price
It’s free to sign up for this event. We’re encouraging participants to make a voluntary donation to support our Breaks Programme, helping groups of young people and families facing challenging circumstances to access life-changing adventures in our hostels.
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