Best walks in South East England

From the rolling chalk hills of the North Downs to the dramatic sea cliffs of the Sussex coast, South East England is a fantastic destination for walkers. Whether you’re looking for a gentle stroll with the kids or a multi-day trek, staying at a UK Club campsite puts the region’s best trails right on your doorstep.

Here are our top five picks for the best walks in the South East, tailored to every type of explorer.

1. Best scenic walk: Beachy Head & the Seven Sisters

Beachy Head, Sussex. Near Battle Normanhurst Court Club Campsite.

Difficulty: moderate 

Distance: 5.5 miles (circular)

This is arguably the most iconic walk in the UK. Starting from the Birling Gap, you’ll traverse the famous white chalk cliffs, enjoying panoramic views across the English Channel and the red-and-white striped Beachy Head Lighthouse below. It’s a stunning, high-contrast landscape of green grass, white chalk and blue sea.

Stay at: Battle Normanhurst Court Club Campsite - 15 miles away

2. Best family-friendly walk: The Downs Link (Slinfold Section)

Difficulty: easy

Distance: 3-5 miles

Perfect for little legs and pushchairs, the Downs Link follows a disused railway line, meaning it’s exceptionally flat and well-surfaced. The stretch from Slinfold towards Rudgwick passes over the unique ‘Double Bridge’ and offers plenty of spots for a picnic. Kids will love the sense of adventure as they walk through deep, leafy cuttings that feel like hidden tunnels.

Stay at: Slinfold Club Campsite (The trail runs directly past the village)

3. Best dog-friendly walk: Therfield Heath & Fox Covert 

Difficulty: moderate

Distance: 4.5 miles (circular)

Located on a dramatic chalk escarpment overlooking Royston, Therfield Heath is a spectacular open space where dogs can enjoy plenty of off-lead exercise. The walk takes you through a mix of open grassland and the shaded woodland of Fox Covert Nature Reserve. It’s famous for its "big skies" and panoramic views that stretch all the way to Cambridgeshire on a clear day.

Stay at: Ashridge Farm Club Campsite - 5 miles away

4. Best accessible walk: Brighton to Saltdean Undercliff Walk

Saltdean Beach, Sussex. Near Brighton Club Campsite

Difficulty: easy

Distance: 3 miles (one way)

For a sea-level adventure that is completely step-free, the Undercliff Walk is unbeatable. This sea-wall path runs from Brighton Marina to Saltdean, nestled right at the base of the towering white cliffs. The path is tarmac and perfectly flat, making it ideal for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility who still want to experience the raw beauty of the coast.

Stay at: Brighton Club Campsite - 1 mile from Brighton Marina

5. Best long walk: The North Downs Way (Wye to Dover)

Difficulty: hard

Distance: 15 miles (point-to-point)

For those who want to test their endurance, the final leg of the North Downs Way offers a spectacular finish. You’ll hike through the ‘Garden of England,’ passing through traditional Kentish orchards and historic villages before the path culminates on the high ridges above Dover, offering views of the castle and the French coast in the distance.

Stay at: Black Horse Farm Club Campsite - 8 miles from Dover