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Hampstead Group

Our group offers walks which are accessible by public transport and take place throughout the South East of England plus a summer holiday and a New Year break

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Overview

A moderate to brisk paced linear walk to Winchelsea led by David C (Mobile No: 07747 187036). A coastal walk starting at Hastings over undulating terrain along the cliffs to Fairlight and to Pett Level. Thereafter fairly flat terrain to Winchelsea. At this time of year there is a slight possibility that a section of the end of the walk will be after civil twilight (sunset 17:01, civil twilight 17:36). Please bring a torch. Option to extend the walk to Rye, plus 2 miles. Lunch stop at Fairlight at ‘The Cove’ pub, Waites Lane, TN35 4AX – this pub is fairly popular, so they may be unable to provide food – advise bringing a snack. Drop out points: Taxi from pub after 5 miles, infrequent 101 bus from Pett Level after 7 miles.  Map: E124/125, L189/199.

Sunday, 8 February 2026
Start time:
10:47 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Check trains the day before. Buy Off-Peak Day Return to Winchelsea (or Rye).

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 81397 09659
Nearest postcode:
TN34 3WN
what3words:
venues.useful.skin
Start time:
10:47 am

Hastings Station at 10:47 (train from Charing Cross at 09:00 (Hastings service), calling at Waterloo East at 09:03 and London Bridge at 09:08).

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 90007 18330
Nearest postcode:
TN36 4JX
what3words:
bits.gossip.twit
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm

Winchelsea Station

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