06 hampshire cheriton

Alex Roddie enjoys the best bit of the undulating South Downs Way

■ Distance: 10¼ miles/16.5km ■ Time: 6 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

■ Distance: 8 miles/12.8km ■ Time: 4½ hours ■ Grade: Challenging

Roger Butler peers over steep slopes on a roller coaster along Offa’s Dyke

■ Distance: 10 miles/15.5km ■ Time: 5 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

We all know walking is good for us, but walking in good company is even better. So, with an unexpected weekend to myself, I am exploring the West Sussex countryside on a guided break with HF Holidays.