Publications
The Sussex Border Path: Part 1 - West Sussex, by Aeneas Mackintosh and Ben Perkins, published 1978 (pamphlet, Wey and Arun Canal Trust) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [Lib 6989] & West Sussex Libraries
On Foot on the East Sussex Downs. 18 short, medium and long walks near Brighton, Eastbourne and Lewes, by Ben Perkins, published 20 April 2000 (96 pp., Seaford: S. B. Publications, ISBN-10: 1857702069 & ISBN-13: 9781857702064) accessible at: West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
Abstract:Discover the beauty of the South Downs in East Sussex with this superb selection of 18 circular scenic walks near Brighton, Eastbourne, Lewes and in and around the Cuckmere and Ouse valleys. Each walk is accompanied with some points of interest and refreshment stops to provide the perfect day out. The author's selection of walks for this book has been inspired and influenced by the best selling booklet On Foot in East Sussex originally published by the Society of Sussex Downsmen, which is now out of print.
The author, Ben Perkins, lives in Brighton and is an active member of the Sussex Ramblers Association
The author, Ben Perkins, lives in Brighton and is an active member of the Sussex Ramblers Association
Classic Walks in Sussex, by Ben Perkins, published 15 April 2001 (96 pp., Seaford: S. B. Publications, ISBN-10: 1857702239 & ISBN-13: 9781857702231) accessible at: West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
Abstract:Classic Walks in Sussex offers a selection by the author of 20 of the best walks in East and West Sussex, the walks having been chosen for their variety, beauty of the countryside through which they pass, or the historical associations of the places visited. The majority of walks can be found within the Sussex Downs and High Weald, where many of the best walks are located.
The walks vary in length between 4 and 12 miles, with most of them being completed during half a day. All walks are circular except a linear walk around Chichester Harbour. Any of the walks provide a memorable day out and will show the best of the beautiful counties of East and West Sussex.
The author, Ben Perkins is retired and lives in Brighton. He is a prolific writer of walk books on Sussex,
The walks vary in length between 4 and 12 miles, with most of them being completed during half a day. All walks are circular except a linear walk around Chichester Harbour. Any of the walks provide a memorable day out and will show the best of the beautiful counties of East and West Sussex.
The author, Ben Perkins is retired and lives in Brighton. He is a prolific writer of walk books on Sussex,
On Foot on the West Sussex Downs, by Ben Perkins, published 3 June 2002 (96 pp., Seaford: S. B. Publications, ISBN-10: 1857702514 & ISBN-13: 9781857702514) accessible at: West Sussex Libraries & East Sussex Libraries
Abstract:Designed as a companion volume to 'On Foot on the East Sussex Downs', this book offers 18 circular walks which, between them encompass the whole length and breadth of the rich and varied landscape of the West Sussex Downs between Devil's Dyke, north of Brighton and Harting Downs within a few miles of the Hampshire boundary.
Varying in length from 3 to 15 miles, you can choose from a gentle two-hour stroll, a comfortable morning or afternoon ramble, or an energetic all-day trek. Notes accompany each walk on points of interest and refreshment stops along the way.
The author, Ben Perkins lives in Brighton and is a long standing member of the Society of Sussex Downsmen, Society of Sussex Wealdmen and the Rambler's Association. Over the last 17 years he has written many walking books and contributed over 400 articles to a regular column in The Argus and during that time exploring the 2000 miles of local footpaths and bridleways.
Varying in length from 3 to 15 miles, you can choose from a gentle two-hour stroll, a comfortable morning or afternoon ramble, or an energetic all-day trek. Notes accompany each walk on points of interest and refreshment stops along the way.
The author, Ben Perkins lives in Brighton and is a long standing member of the Society of Sussex Downsmen, Society of Sussex Wealdmen and the Rambler's Association. Over the last 17 years he has written many walking books and contributed over 400 articles to a regular column in The Argus and during that time exploring the 2000 miles of local footpaths and bridleways.