Mount Harry

The South Downs Way passes right through here, and Mount Harry is one of those walks that rewards you without demanding too much. It's a chalk hill rising to 205 metres just north of Hassocks, and the views from the top sweep across the Weald toward the North Downs. On a clear day you can see proper distance.

The walk itself takes about an hour from Hassocks - straightforward, well-trodden paths that climb gradually through woodland before opening onto the downland. You'll pass the ruins of an old flint mine halfway up if you keep your eyes peeled. The summit is oddly calm; just grass, sky, and the occasional hiker catching their breath.

This works well for families with older kids and anyone doing the South Downs Way section by section. Walkers passing through Hassocks will want to add it on without hesitation. It's not strenuous, and the path is clear year-round. Worth allowing two hours if you're not rushing.

Camp nearby at Blackberry Wood or The Secret Campsite - both are within striking distance - and you can build this into a broader South Downs walk or pair it with exploring Hassocks itself. The villages scattered around these hills are proper peaceful. Free to access, obviously. The real appeal is the walk itself and the uncluttered views rather than any structure or feature at the top.