Kingley Vale
Home to a forest of twisted and ancient yew trees, including several that are over 500 years old and one with a trunk that is more than five metres wide! Designated a 'National Nature Reserve' Kingley Vale also has superb chalk grassland with far-reaching views.
Well way-marked nature trail
Amazing, ancient, gnarly trees
Wildlife - from orchids and butterflies to red kites and buzzards!
Absolutely stunning views across the Chichester Harbour AONB
Home to a forest of twisted and ancient yew trees, including several that are over 500 years old and one with a trunk that is more than five metres wide! Designated a 'National Nature Reserve' Kingley Vale also has superb chalk grassland with far-reaching views.
Well way-marked nature trail
Amazing, ancient, gnarly trees
Wildlife - from orchids and butterflies to red kites and buzzards!
Absolutely stunning views across the Chichester Harbour AONB
KEY INFO:
ADMISSION:
FREE!!
SUITABLE FOR:
LOCATION:
West Stoke Car Park, Downs Road, Chichester, PO18 9BE
PARKING:
Free parking
AMENITIES:
DISTANCE:
5.5 km
OPEN:
All day, every day.
The Kingley Vale Nature Trail follows numbered posts (1-26) around the reserve. The complete circular walk will take the average person about an hour and a half, and is steep in some sections. Please stay on the paths to protect the unique environment.
An amazing picnic spot can be found on the chalk grassland right at the top of the Reserve. Overlooking Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on a clear day you can see for miles
The Reserve is about a 15 minute walk from the car park, along an all access footpath. Dogs are welcome here, but must be kept on a lead around grazing livestock.
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