We are the Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Pamela C.
Moderately paced 12.5 mile, undulating, circular walk (drop-out at 6 miles for bus to Eastbourne).
The route: Most of this walk follows the 1066 Country Walk and other paths crossing the South Downs, with extensive views over Eastbourne, the coast and downland scenery. As a result, the route is undulating in places and also involves the most gradual ascent I can find up onto the downs and the summit of Cold Crouch hill, and a descent to leave them on the return leg. The effort of climbing is rewarded by 360 degree views, and we will certainly have a rest stop at the top to enjoy them.
Lunch: at East Dean after 6 miles where there is a pub, a tearoom and a pretty village green with a couple of benches. Please bring food with you, as there may not be time for a pub lunch. East Dean is also a drop-out point for bus to Eastbourne.
Meet at Polegate station (Platform 1 across the bridge - not by the main entrance on arrival platform) - at 11:11.
Travel: Victoria 09:46/Clapham Junction 09:53/East Croydon 10:03 ‐ Southern Ore service - arr Polegate 11:11.
Please use toilets on the train - the downs are exposed with limited tree cover.
Ticket/Fare: Buy return to Polegate.
Leader: Pamela Carr (07538 509 205).
Joint with Hampstead & HFW Groups
Polegate Station, East Sussex
