Date: TBC
Start: Privett
Start Time: 10.00
Distance: Just over 6 miles
Terrain: Undulating
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Steeple Chasing takes its name from the magnificent church whose towering spire dominates both the surrounding landscape and the tiny village it was built to serve. Built with great ambition and generosity, it stands as a reminder of a time when faith shaped the community, but that grandeur alone cannot fill a church.
However, this walk is not only about the church, it’s also a celebration of our small community and the start of a new year of walking together. With no local pub to retire to, we’ll gather instead at the welcoming Privett Centre (who are also providing our parking). Here, our hostess Amanda will prepare a simple but generous first supper that we’ll enjoy sitting at one long table, beside a warm wood-burning stove. As we break bread together we’ll honour one of the oldest traditions of all, the sharing of a meal as a sign of friendship, gratitude and belonging.
I enjoy crafting all my walks, but Steeple Chasing has been a particular joy, bringing together the beauty of the landscape, the history of the village, the simple pleasure of sharing a meal…..and perhaps the odd religious reference! I would be delighted if you joined me.
Amanda is a professional caterer and food educator, who enjoys using the freshest of seasonal ingredients. By all accounts, people book on her courses simply to enjoy the lunch she provides!
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RURAL STRIDES
Rural Strides is passionate about the rich history and cultural landscape of the Western Weald. Through our engaging guided walks, we bring the land to life. We interpret its stories, uncover its heritage, and reveal the character that makes this corner of the South Downs so special. Along the way, we introduce you to inspiring local businesses, each rooted in the community and landscape we share.
Our aim is simple: to create authentic, memorable experiences that connect you with the place and its people. By the end of a Rural Strides walk, you won’t just have explored the Western Weald, you’ll feel like a local.
