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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.

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

A circular walk starting from Southease railway station (near the YHA).  Starting with a steep climb on the south downs way up and along to Firle beacon for a picnic lunch.  Lovely views if clear!  After lunch, returning towards Newhaven and long the river back to the start.  Optional ice-cream or beverage at the YHA afterwards!  Catch the direct 09:48 train from Brighton station towards Seaford.  Alight at Southease station at 10:12.  Plenty of parking at Southease YHA.  
 

Sunday, 22 March 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you can, please RSVP to this walk via our Meetup site.  This will give the walk leader a rough idea of how many people may be attending.  If you are a paid up member of the Ramblers organisation, you can ignore any waitlist you may find yourself on.

We don't ask you to pay to join us on your first three walks. Afterwards, in order to continue walking with our group, you must become a paid-up member of the Ramblers. Click here (https://www.ramblers.org.uk/membership) to apply. The cost is very reasonable and there are also other benefits. Please then bring your membership card with you.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 43309 05591
Nearest postcode:
BN8 6JS
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Start time:
10:30 am

Southease YHA

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