Saddlescombe Farm and Newtimber Hill

About

Saddlescombe is a working farm so some areas are not open to the public. You are still more than welcome to visit the donkey wheel and our spacious information barn at any time of year. You will find both signposted from the South Downs Way which runs through the farm. If you wish to see more we hold two open days each year for tours and talks. If you can't make one of those you can arrange a guided tour of the farm with us as a group. Newtimber Hill is Sussex countryside at its finest. Ancient woodland, pristine grassland and unsurpassed views make a visit here a real pleasure. A 1,000-year-old lime tree and bluebells galore hide in the woodland and the open chalk downland is home to many specialist plants and insects. Enjoy a quiet stroll or a two-hour trek here; the Downs around Saddlescombe are a walker's delight. The summit of Newtimber Hill reveals rarely-seen views of the famous Dyke Valley and the ancient woodland offers a maze of paths to explore.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes