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Cycling The South Downs Way in 4 Days

Cycling the South Downs Way in 4 days is ideal if you wish to explore the area nearby the South Downs and enjoy a more leisurely pace. If you are starting your 4-day cycle in Winchester and looking to divide the bike route up fairly evenly then the stops could be as follows:

  • Day 1: Winchester to Buriton (26 Miles)
  • Day 2: Buriton to Storrington (29 Miles)
  • Day 3: Storrington to Lewes/Kingston (25 miles)
  • Day 4: Lewes/Kingston to Eastbourne (23 miles)

Visit our accommodation page for more information on cycle-friendly places to stay in the above areas when cycling the South Downs Way in 4 days.

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