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Gurkha Suspension Bridge – Swanbourne Lake loop from Houghton

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South East England

Gurkha Suspension Bridge – Swanbourne Lake loop from Houghton

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4.7

(50)

271

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Gurkha Suspension Bridge – Swanbourne Lake loop from Houghton

02:58

11.0km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

327 m

Gurkha Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Monument

A suspension bridge existed at this site from the mid 19th century onwards until damaged by a fallen tree in 2009. Initially a normal footbridge was going to be the …

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2

1.15 km

St Leonard's Church, Arundel

Highlight • Religious Site

St Leonard's Church is a beautiful 14th-century, Grade I listed building situated in the heart of Arundel in West Sussex.

The church is one of the oldest and most historic …

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3

3.49 km

View of South Downs from Northern Arundel Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

From the northern end of Arundel Park, you'll be afforded some breathtaking views across the rolling hills and lush green landscapes that make up the South Downs National Park.

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4

5.32 km

Hiorne Tower viewed from Swanbourne Lake

Highlight • Monument

Great views. Lovely places for tea and cake in Arundel.

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5

5.70 km

Swanbourne Lake

Highlight • Forest

In a picturesque setting, overlooked by Arundel Castle, Swanbourne Lake is a beautiful place that's rich with wildlife. You can take a leisurely saunter around the lake and woodland, relax …

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6

5.97 km

Swanbourne Lake

Highlight • Natural

A pretty boating lake just off of Mill Road, Arundel, with an area of benches to take in the view and a café and ice cream kiosk.

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7

7.25 km

View of Arundel Castle and the River Arun

Highlight • Viewpoint

The walk runs alongside the River Arun for a stretch.

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8

7.46 km

The Black Rabbit Pub

Highlight • Restaurant

Nice pub with delicious food, right on the banks of the Arundel

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B

11.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.32 km

3.78 km

1.94 km

472 m

353 m

100 m

Surfaces

6.26 km

2.40 km

1.44 km

600 m

146 m

112 m

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