Walk our estate
Walking at Worth Abbey
Bare slopes where chasing shadows skim
And through the gaps revealed
Belt upon belt, the wooded, dim
Blue goodness of the Weald
(Rudyard Kipling, Sussex)
Exploring the Worth Abbey Park on foot is a truly unique experience, offering visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the peaceful beauty of the Sussex countryside. With 450 acres of woodlands, meadows, and carefully managed farmland, the Worth Abbey Park provides a serene setting for walking, reflection, and connection with nature.
The area’s rich diversity of landscapes, from ancient woodlands to open fields, allows walkers to experience breathtaking views of the South Downs. Along the way, you’ll encounter a variety of wildlife, as well as glimpses of the former Paddockhurst Estate’s historic features, as well as the more contemporary Abbey Church, a place of spiritual retreat and contemplation.
Walking at Worth Abbey Park is more than just a way to experience nature—it’s an opportunity to engage with the spirit of the land and its long history of stewardship. We invite you to explore, unwind, and reconnect with the peace that is to be found here.
Worth Abbey is steward of some 450 acres of Sussex weald meadows, grasslands, and woodland, a spacious park which is managed with care to promote biodiversity and soil health.
Discover the beauty of Worth Abbey and its surrounding landscape with our curated walking routes. This leaflet offers guidance on a gentle, accessible route leading to the Quiet Garden. It is not too long or demanding, making it suitable for most visitors, while offering a peaceful and scenic introduction to the lovely surroundings of Worth Abbey.
