We are now live and taking entries for 2026 – please use the link here to sign up to the 2026 Downsman Hike.

New Beaver class also launched for 2026 also available to sign up in the same link.

The Hike is organised principally for the Scout and Guide Associations of East and West Sussex, with an open invitation to Scout and Guide Groups throughout Great Britain.

We have different classes, listed here, that cater for a wide variety of hiking experience and ability.