Viva Lewes April 2015 Issue #103

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talking shop
Lee Gasson and James Cress at The Outdoor Shop
We’re a footwear specialist with one of the
biggest ranges you’ll find in Sussex. We stock
over 130 styles from sandals, flip-flops and boots
to wellies and shoes. We also have everything
you’ll need to enjoy the outdoors from season to
season. As soon as Easter arrives, we’ll be getting
more camping equipment in.
We’re so lucky here in Lewes. Just five minutes
from the edge of town and you’re up on the
Downs with amazing walks in every direction.
Whether it’s up to Black Cap and on to Ditchling
or over Caburn towards Firle. Being so close to
the South Downs Way, we get lots of walkers in to
pick up some new socks, or a waterproof if they’ve
been caught out by the weather.
Walking/trekking poles are fast becoming an
essential piece of kit with walkers of all ages
and abilities. They add stability and help going
Photos by Lizzie Lower
up and down hills, taking a lot strain off knees and
hips. A pair is always of more use than one.
We’re closed on a Sunday and, as you expect,
take the opportunity to get outdoors. (LG) I
like to be in the sea, having a surf off Brighton or
West Wittering beach, followed by a BBQ. (JC)
I’m out walking on Seaford seafront with my wife
and two year old and then home for a spot of
gardening.
Never underestimate the importance of a
good pair of socks. A good pair of socks, well
suited to what you’re doing and the time of year,
can transform the fit of your boots or shoes. It’s
great to be out in the countryside but if your feet
are uncomfortable you’re not going to get very
far. As told to Lizzie Lower
outdoorshoplewes.co.uk 01273 487840
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