• During the firstworld warinjured Indiansoldiers werehospitalised inthe Dome inBrighton
• The Hindus andSikhs that died were taken out onto the Downs andcremated as in keeping with their religion
• In 1921, the then Prince of Walesunveiled the Chattri. This traditionalIndian memorial is built on theoriginal cremation site
• Memorial services are held every yearto honour the dead
Want to know more? Visit www.chattri.com
• Look out for ancient field systems calledlynchets. Possibly dating back 2500 years tothe Iron Age, they were created byploughing. Soil slowly built up along fence orhedge lines, creating a ‘terrace’ pattern
• Less visible are 4000 year old bronze age burial barrowson Tegdown. Originally appearing as bare chalky whitemounds, they were built for high status people
• There are also earthworks at Ewe bottom. Possiblydating back to the bronze age. It is not known what theirpurpose was
How to Get There
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Welcome to the Downs on your DoorstepNot only can you walk the “Chattri and the Windmills” Downsyou can also cycle and horse ride most of it too.
If you want to discover more of the South Downs you can nowwalk freely across open access land.
As you explore, you will discover how people through the ageshave left their mark on the downland landscape.
Discover the past and enjoy yourself!
Welcome…
• Some believe thatJack and JillWindmills got theirnames from thenursery rhyme‘Jack & Jill went upthe hill…..’
• Jack, the blacktower mill, built insitu in 1866, is a private residence and is not opento visitors
• Jill, the white post mill, dates from 1821. Originallysituated in Brighton she was moved here 31 years laterby a team of oxen. She has since been restored byvolunteers
• To find out more, including opening times, please visitwww.jillwindmill.org.uk
Open up leaflet to see map
Open Access
Flour Power
Sacred Views
• 6000 years of farming hascreated the open landscapewe enjoy today
• Originally people cleared thewildwood. Subsequentgrazing prevented regrowth
• Sheep farming helps tomaintain the open downland.In the Middle Ages, 400 yearsago, the Downs were dominated by this industry
• Man made ponds called dewponds acted as wateringholes for flocks of sheep
• The importance of sheep grazing is evident in the namesTegdown and Ewe Bottom. A Teg is a young sheep and aEwe is a female sheep
As Time Goes By
Lynchets
Hassocks railway station 45 minutes walk (1.25 miles)to Jack & Jill Windmills.
BPatcham Youth Hostel 17, 40, 87, 273
BPatcham Village 5A
BJack & Jill Windmills (5 minute walk) 40, 273
Want to Explore Some More?
Look out for other ‘Downs on your Doorstep’leaflets, or use the orange Explorer 122Ordnance Survey map (available frombookshops).
Take a look at our‘Countryside Eventsand News’ leaflet.Copies are availablefrom the council’scitydirect offices, VisitorInformation Centre,libraries and leisure outlets.Alternatively contact us(details below).
Why not try other walks on the Downs thatstart and finish at local bus stops? Leafletsare available from the the South DownsJoint Committee, please contact:
Tel: 01243 558700Web site: www.southdownsonline.orge-mail: [email protected]
We help look after the amazing countryside in and aroundBrighton & Hove. We focus on the conservation of the localwildlife, landscape and historical features. We alsoencourage responsible enjoyment of thisnatural heritage.
Interested in your local wildlife? Visit:www.CityWildlife.org.uk
To find out more please contact us:Brighton & Hove City CouncilCountryside ServiceTown Hall, Norton Road, Hove, BN3 3BQ
Tel: 01273 292140Web site: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/countrysidee-mail: [email protected]
Since September 2004 you have the right to walkover areas of open country. Some of these areas canbe found on the map overleaf.
Rights and Responsibilities
The access land symbol shows land thatmay be open for public access on foot.
Rights for other types of activities may alsoapply, such as riding a horse on an existingbridleway.
Dogs must be kept on a fixed lead(2 metres or less) on most areas of open
country between 1st March and 31st July to protect groundnesting birds and at any time near livestock.
Occasionally the land may have restrictions or closures.Please follow any signs. For more information please visitwww.countrysideaccess.gov.uk
The Countryside Code
• Be safe – plan ahead and follow any signs
• Leave gates and property as you find them
• Protect plants and animals, and take your litter home
• Keep dogs under close control
• Consider other people
For more information visit www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk
Past Peoples
Brighton & Hove Bus Company01273 886200 www.buses.co.uk
Brighton & Hove City CouncilPublic Transport Travel Advice01273 292480 www.citytransport.org.uk
National Rail enquiries08457 484950 www.nationalrail.co.uk
TravelineTo plan a door-to-door journey by bus and train0870 608 2 608 www.traveline.org.uk
Your Countryside Service
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Scale: approximately 1 mile or 1.5km (30 minutes walk)
Chattri and the Windmills
Footpath
Bridleway
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Know Your Rights of Way
Dew Pond
Public House
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Café
Bus Stop
Open Access
Bridleway
Steep Slope (arrow points down hill)
Youth Hostel Association (closing 31/10/07)
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