Walks & Nature
Walks, nature, and the outdoors around Eastbourne: Beachy Head, the South Downs, Seven Sisters, beaches, and parks.
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Best Parks in Eastbourne
A guide to the best parks and gardens in Eastbourne — from Hampden Park’s lake and woodland and central Gildredge Park to seafront Princes Park, the clifftop Helen and Italian Gardens, the famous Carpet Gardens and Motcombe Gardens, home to the source of the Bourne stream.
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The South Downs Way from Eastbourne
A guide to the South Downs Way from Eastbourne — the 100-mile National Trail from Winchester ends here at the sea. The dramatic final sections over the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head, the choice of routes from Alfriston, day walks from the seafront, and how to plan and travel.
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Friston Forest: Walks, Cycling & Guide
A guide to Friston Forest near Eastbourne — the beautiful beech woodland in the South Downs beside the Seven Sisters. Its walking and cycling trails, the pretty hidden hamlet of Westdean, the famous Cuckmere view, and how to get there and park.
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Cuckmere Haven & Seven Sisters Country Park
A guide to Cuckmere Haven and Seven Sisters Country Park near Eastbourne — the famous river meanders and chalk cliffs. The best walks (from easy riverside strolls to the clifftop ridge), how to get there, parking, facilities and safety.
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The Best Walks in Eastbourne: Coast and Downs Routes
From flat seafront strolls to the epic Seven Sisters cliff hike, discover the best walks in Eastbourne — where the South Downs meet the sea. Includes Beachy Head, the South Downs Way, village and family-friendly walks, plus safety tips.
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Seven Sisters and Birling Gap: A Guide from Eastbourne
A complete guide to the Seven Sisters and Birling Gap from Eastbourne — the famous white chalk cliffs, the National Trust café and beach, the best clifftop walks, wildlife, parking, transport and how to stay safe.
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Beachy Head Guide
Britain’s highest chalk sea cliff, just west of Eastbourne. Our complete Beachy Head guide covers the views, the famous lighthouse, walks to the Seven Sisters, parking, how to get there and how to stay safe.