Sussex Walks
These walks around Beachy Head showcase some of the most dramatic chalk cliffs in Sussex.
The shorter route is a family-friendly coastal circuit with a few climbs that reward you with stunning sea views.
The longer option extends the clifftop walking for those with more energy, including optional detours to a local pub and down to the shore at Cow Gap.
Both walks offer breathtaking scenery, but please take care when near any cliff edges.
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Walk information
This is a lovely short family-friendly coastal walk around the Beachy Head chalk headland.
There is some climbing involved on this walk, but you will be rewarded with some lovely coastal views.
As with all coastal walks, please be extremely careful when walking close to any cliff edges.
Walk information
This second walk is an extension of the first route for those of you that have the energy for a more strenuous adventure.
This route enjoys a bit more of the open clifftop walking around Beachy Head and also has a small detour to a pub if you want to make this a Pub Walk. Finally, there is also another detour that takes you down to the sea at Cow Gap.
As with the first route, please be very careful when close to any cliff edges.
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