Winchelsea and Icklesham Circular

Rother Group

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Overview

A lovely morning walk from The New Inn at Winchelsea along part of the 1066 way, with fine views over the sea and the Pett Levels. We pass Wickham Manor and then circumnavigate Icklesham, with fine views over the Brede Valley, before returning up to Winchelsea.

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:20 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.6km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: 145m / 476ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://explore.osmaps.com/route/30181241/wichelsea-and-icklesham-circular?lat=50.92049&lon=0.6763&zoom=13.9985&style=Leisure&type=2d

We will stop once for Coffee and snacks if you bring them. Some livestock in fields. there will be mud, mainly on the farm fields, but most of the walk is on lanes and good paths. The New Inn is good for lunch after the walk.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 90429 17385
Nearest postcode:: TN36 4EN
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Start time:: 10:00 am

On street parking in Winchelsea. Meet in the bus stop layby opposite the New Inn

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