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The clump of beech trees atop the Downs near Washington is steeped in mystery and legend. Folklore says that if you walk around it three times anti-clockwise, the Devil will appear, but that if you walk around it three times clockwise, luck will be bestowed upon you! The grassy expanse around the summit offers gorgeous views all the way down to the coast and is a great place for a picnic. There are car parks just off the A283 and the A24.
Kingley Vale, near Chichester
South Downs National Park, Chichester
This National Nature Reserve is beloved by children and tree huggers alike! Huddled amidst the woodland are immense, ancient yew trees that are exciting to behold; some are said to be 2,000 years old. The open grass downland in the heart of the vale is a lovely place to enjoy a summer picnic. If you fancy a walk, there are short strolls around the reserve or longer hikes out to the village of Stoughton. Park at West Stoke.
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In the famously pretty wild swimming spot of Barcombe Mills is a lovely 19th century house that s come to the market. Penny Churchill takes a look.
The ancient village of Barcombe, on the edge of the South Downs National Park near Lewes, East Sussex, is actually three villages in one: the original settlement surrounding the village church of St Mary; the newer village of Barcombe Cross, to which the villagers fled to escape the Black Death in the 14th century; and Barcombe Mills, an old water-mill complex on the banks of the River Ouse, at the bottom of the hill on which Barcombe Cross sits.
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Several roads are closed across the county and there are a series of flood warnings in place. Roads in the Alfriston area are reported to be closed as a result of water on the highway. Alfriston village update. Road closed bothways between the village and the Drusillas roundabout due to carriageway flooding Litlington rd between Alfriston village and Exceat near seaford also closed due to carriageway flooding @BBCSussex@seahavenfm@EchoDan11 Sussex Traffic Watch (@SussexTW) December 29, 2020 These include the route between Alfriston and the Drusillas roundabout, and Litlington Road between Alfriston and Exceat. The BBC is reporting that cars in the area have been trapped in the floodwater.