Explore
Basecamp for the South Downs and the High Weald — right by the A23 and A272 — there’s loads to do within a short hop of the pub. The standout on our doorstep is Bolney Wine Estate, the village vineyard people often search for as Bolney Vineyard: tours, tastings and a glass among the vines, then lunch, Sunday roast or a room with us on The Street.
Many routes cross farmland — pack boots in wet weather and follow countryside code signs. Here are our favourite ready-made walks and local highlights.
On our doorstep
The village vineyard on Foxhole Lane — officially Bolney Wine Estate, widely searched as Bolney Vineyard. Tours, tastings and food pairing in the same village as the pub; a natural stop for lunch, supper or a night on The Street afterwards. We pour their wines at the bar.
Bolney Wine EstateOn foot
Many routes cross farmland — pack boots in wet weather and follow countryside code signs.
A parish circular of about 7km, easy–moderate, starting from Batchelor’s Field — it even notes us for post-walk refreshments.
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A local loop through countryside around Bolney Wine Estate — some paths are narrow with stepped sections, a mix of muddy paths, grassy fields, roads and woodland, with kissing gates and a couple of stiles.
Download walkLots of local walking routes mapped around the village and surrounding countryside.
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Big scenery
Ridge walks and classic Sussex views within a short hop of the pub.
A spectacular 1840s railway bridge — best reached on foot from Ardingly Reservoir to avoid tight roadside parking.
Classic ridge-top views, walking and cycling; also a renowned paragliding site.
Sweeping panoramas from one of the highest points on the Downs.
A short hop away
Romantic house ruins and famous gardens at Handcross.
Picturesque lakeside walks and seasonal colour.
Historic “garden rooms” with woodland and lakes.
Kew’s wild botanic garden — 500+ acres and the Millennium Seed Bank.
Steam trains through 11 miles of Sussex countryside (events and dining trains year-round).
Animals, indoor/outdoor play and tearoom.
The pioneering 3,500-acre rewilding project with safari walks and tours.
Around Bolney
