East Grinstead Circular via Gravetye Estate

A Sussex loop of fields, woods and lakes, past Gravetye Manor, Stone Farm Rocks, the Bluebell Railway and Weir Wood Reservoir.

Woodland: a third under tree cover.

Standen House: Arts and Crafts family home with Morris & Co. interiors, set in a beautiful hillside garden (National Trust; 3h in; 2h30 to visit).

Gravetye Manor: An Elizabethan manor and gardens at the heart of the Gravetye Estate.

Stone Farm Rocks: Dramatic sandstone rock formations popular with local climbers.

The Bluebell Railway: A preserved steam railway whose whistle accompanies much of the walk.

1 lunch spot: Standen House café (3h in)

Warnings: Hilly; can be very muddy in winter and early spring.

Credits

Walk details: Walking Post (tips, photos and local insights).