The George at Burpham – Gurkha Suspension Bridge loop from Wepham

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The George at Burpham – Gurkha Suspension Bridge loop from Wepham

Easy

4.5

(11)

hikers

The George at Burpham – Gurkha Suspension Bridge loop from Wepham

01:47

6.91km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Tips

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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70 m

The George at Burpham

Highlight • Restaurant

Outdoor 'street seating' with excellent Sunday roasts. Very quiet and scenic area.

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288 m

View of Arundel Castle from the River Arun

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot also has a bench to sit and look at the view

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3.06 km

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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4.61 km

Still Waterway in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Natural

6.69 km

View of the Arun Valley from Burpham Benches

Highlight • Viewpoint

The village of Burpham is built on the side of Perry Hill to avoid the risk of flooding from the River Arun.

Next to St Mary's Church is a grassy …

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6.80 km

St Mary the Virgin Church, Burpham

Highlight • Religious Site

The church of St Mary the Virgin dates to before the 11th century. The church is mentioned in the Doomsday Book. Although parts of the church are preconquest the north …

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6.91 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.79 km

2.40 km

641 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.40 km