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Beachy Head Group

The Beachy Head Ramblers opens the way for everyone to enjoy walking the downs, clifftops, and wealdways of our area.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

The BHR All the Cliffs Spectacular returns for a third year. Starting at Seaford sea front we climb Seaford Head and head east. There are fabulous views of the Seven Sisters then we descend to Cuckmere Haven and walk up the river bank to the visitors centre where we have a coffee stop.
Then it’s down the other side of the river and up onto the Sisters at Haven Brow. We continue along the Sisters and, if the weather is kind, we will have a lunch stop on the Downs above Birling Gap. We will also have a short stop to refill water bottles and use the facilities at Birling Gap and lunch there in the event of rain.
Then it’s up and on to Beachy Head passing through Belle Tout and seeing the views of Beachy Head lighthouse. A short comfort break at Beachy Head then along and down to Eastbourne finishing at Bedes School where there are buses or easy walking into town.
Finally a well deserved drink at the Pilot Inn for those who wish.

Wednesday, 6 August 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
586.7m / 1925ft
Type:
linear

Assistance dogs only

Please note, though graded as moderate, this is quite a challenging walk if you choose to do it in full and may be subject to change or cancellation in the event of very hot weather. Please check website for changes.

Water bottles can be refilled at the Seven Sisters and Birling Gap visitors centres. It is possible to drop in or out along the route (see location details) 

Please bring sufficient water, head covering and sun tan  lotion. A walking pole or poles is advised in the event of rain

Note later start time to facilitate access by public transport 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
TV 48457 98482
Nearest postcode:
BN25 1JH
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Start time:
10:30 am

Start point -Martello tower on Seaford sea front. Take 12, 12X or 12A bus to Seaford Library then it’s about a 10 minute walk to the start point. You can also join or leave the walk at Exceat (Seven Sisters Visitor Centres. Please text the leader if you wish to join there (at bus stop heading towards Brighton. Please be there by 12.15 at latest)

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TV 60116 97215
Nearest postcode:
BN20 7XH
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Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm

Bedes School, Eastbourne

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking