Sussex Walks

Firle Beacon Walks and Map

Firle Beacon walk, Sussex
Firle Beacon · Photo: Robin Webster

We have 4 walks at Firle Beacon, located near Lewes, East Sussex. This is a great area for walking with strenuous climbs and amazing views.

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Walk information

Firle Beacon Walk 1

Walk distance
2 miles
Time
1 hour
Route type
Circular

We don't normally feature 'there and back' walks, but this short one is worth it as it takes you along a glorious section of the South Downs Way to get you to the breathtaking viewpoint at the Firle Beacon.

You are already up high where you park, so there isn't too much climbing on this route.

Walk information

Firle Beacon Walk 2

Walk distance
5½ miles
Time
3 hours
Route type
Circular

This second route is basically a circular walk that takes in the majestic views of Firle Beacon and then takes you on a long and exposed walk through the peaceful hills of the South Downs.

This longer walk has quite a few ups and downs along the way, so please go prepared with lots of energy.

Walk information

Firle Beacon Walk 3

Walk distance
7¼ miles
Time
3.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This third option is a longer walk again, and the required energy levels really step up as it takes you down the very steep hills of the downs towards the village of Firle.

You'll then explore the village with it's lovely pub and stroll through the pretty Firle Park before embarking on the extremely tough climb back up onto the downs.

It really is worth all the effort though for the views alone, especially from Firle Beacon.

Walk information

Firle Beacon Walk 4

Walk distance
9¾ miles
Time
5 hours
Route type
Circular

The final route option is basically the other walks all joined together to create the ultimate epic adventure from this lovely section of the South Downs.

The walk is very long with lots of strenuous hill climbing, so please go prepared with the appropriate clothing, refreshments and alternative navigation.

There is a pub in the village of Firle though, so you can top up your energy levels there if required! (please call to check opening times)

These Firle Beacon walks start at coordinates: 50.83365, 0.083864

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Sussex Walks App

Follow the Firle Beacon walks with GPS guidance

It's like sat-nav, but for footpaths.

Choose a walk and follow the pointer showing your live position on the route map, so you always know you're on the right path.

The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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Sussex Walks app showing the walker's live position on a route map

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  • Choose a walk and follow the pointer
  • See your live position on the route map
  • Works without a phone signal
  • Includes 400 Sussex walks
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  • Available for iPhone and Android

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Expanded route map for Firle Beacon Walk 2, a 5.5 mile circular walk in Sussex