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Brighton & Hove Group

We are the Brighton and Hove Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

Overview

One of the best sections of open downland on the entire SDW. After leaving Southease Station, an initially steep and long climb levels for a three mile stretch of continuous rolling open downland . We eventually turn south along a long descending ridge with views to the coast. A final short section of town walking brings back to Seaford for refreshments or good transport back home.

Saturday, 7 March 2026
Start time:
10:10 am
Estimated finish time:
1:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14km / 8.7mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Mainly good tracks but slippery and muddy in a few places.

Boots essential, poles may be helpful. Be aware the first quarter of the walk features a very steep ascent of 210 metres/700 feet.
Its very exposed on the ridge top with no shelter. Please dress accordingly.

Please bring a snack and a drink for an elevenses with a view.
We should arrive in Seaford in time for a late lunch if desired.
Assistance dogs only on this walk please. 

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 00200 05501
Nearest postcode:
BN18 0BG
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Start time:
10:10 am

Outside Southease station, A26 side. East. Train: Leader will leave Brighton 0936 to arrive at 1006. Car: There may be parking available in the lane by the youth hostel, please check for restrictions. You will need to get the train back to the start. It might be easier to park at Seaford and get a train to Southease. There is a cafe inside the Youth Hostel if you arrive early!

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TV 46899 99801
Nearest postcode:
BN25 2QW
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Estimated finish time:
1:45 pm

Seaford 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