Would you like to explore the best of Brighton, Eastbourne and Arundel? This guidebook covers 15 of the best short walks in the area (between 4 and 13km, all under three hours), including Bramber Castle, Devil's Dyke, the Long Man of Wilmington, Litlington White Horse, Seven Sisters and Beachy Head.

Why choose this guidebook?

• Easy to moderate walks suitable for almost everyone
• Short climbs but no challenging terrain
• Numbered points which tie maps to clear route description
• Details of public toilets and refreshments along the route
• Route Summary Table to help you choose your walk

Cicerone’s Short Walks guidebooks contain everything you need to get outdoors and discover the best of an area. The short walks are perfect if you’re new to walking or looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family. Let the adventures begin!

Map key
Overview map
Using this guide
Route summary table
Introduction
Walking in the South Downs
Things to see
Travel
Where to stay
The walks
1. Arundel and the River Arun
2. Chanctonbury Ring
3. Highdown Hill
4. Cissbury Ring
5. Bramber Castle and the River Adur
6. Fulking Escarpment
7. Devil’s Dyke
8. Castle Hill
9. Mount Caburn
10. Alfriston and Bo Peep Hill
11. The Long Man of Wilmington
12. Litlington White Horse
13. Seaford Head
14. Seven Sisters
15. Beachy Head
 
Useful information

Seasons

The short walks in this book can be enjoyed all year round. The wildflowers bring colour to the meadows in the spring. Summer and autumn are also perfect for short walks. The coast can be windy and some paths can get muddy in the autumn and winter.

Centres

Brighton, Eastbourne, Seaford, Arundel, Worthling, Steyning, Ferring, Alfriston, Lewes

Difficulty

From easy riverside strolls to walks to Iron Age hillforts, there is a short walk for everyone who wants to explore the beautiful South Downs. Most walks can be shortened (or lengthened) to meet walkers’ abilities, and there is nearly always an option to take a break in a cosy local pub.

Must See

Seven Sisters, Beachy Head, Arundel Castle, Bramber Castle, Iron Age hillforts, South Downs National Park, Cuckmere River, River Arun, River Adur, South Downs Way, Devil’s Dyke, Long Man of Wilmington, Litlington White Horse

April 2024

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