South Downs National Park
Petworth, West Sussex ·
Quick answer
A South Downs National Park walk near Petworth centres on Petworth Park's deer park and woodland. Dogs are welcome, required on lead in the Pleasure Garden and allowed off lead under close control in the Deer Park, home to fallow deer. National Trust car parking is available off the A283 near Petworth House.
Walk Starting Point
Distance
2.5 miles
Difficulty
Off-lead
Yes
Stiles
None
Parking
Available
About this walk
This South Downs walk near Petworth takes in Petworth Park's ancient deer park, rolling parkland and woodland within the wider South Downs National Park. Dogs must stay on a short lead in the formal Pleasure Garden, but can roam off lead under close control in the open Deer Park, home to a large fallow deer herd. Extra care and a lead are needed during the June to July fawning season.
Terrain
🅿️ Parking
National Trust car park off the A283 near Petworth House; separate on-street and pay and display parking in Petworth town serves the Pleasure Garden entrance.
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