The walk begins from a housing estate in Uckfield, crossing a bridge over the A road. After passing through a kissing gate, the route leads into Lake Wood. The lake is bordered by sandstone outcrops, and the area contains several artificial caves cut into the sandstone cliffs during the 19th century. These were constructed as part of a landscaped estate, some serving as boat shelters and others as ornamental grottoes.

The path circles the lake before continuing into the Farhazel area, where farmland and woodland are interspersed. At Shortbridge, the route was closed due to a burst watermain, requiring a diversion along local roads.

The final section involves crossing the A road again, which carries heavier traffic, before returning into Uckfield.

Uckfield’s name derives from Old English, meaning “open land by the River Uck.” The River Uck is a tributary of the River Ouse. The town developed as a stopping point for travellers in the medieval period, with records noting that Edward I stayed there in 1299. Lake Wood formed part of a private estate landscaped in the 19th century, reflecting contemporary trends in garden design.

The area supports varied birdlife due to its mix of habitats. Buzzards are often seen over farmland, while robins, blackbirds, and woodpeckers are common in hedgerows and woodland. On the lake, mallards and moorhens are frequently observed. The diversity of species reflects the combination of terrestrial and aquatic environments.