Beachy Head, and the Seven Sisters.

National Trust Route – Beachy Head, Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters.

Beachy Head Road Eastbourne BN20 7YA

Sat, 28th Sept 2024 - 09:15 Meet - 16:00 GMT

Meet: 09:15hr (09:30am Walk/Hike Start)

Length: 16km (approx.)

Route type: Circular

Hello all, welcome back.. I hope you have been keeping well over the summer holidays.

Those new to the group, welcome, and thank you for showing an interest.

To say goodbye to Summer and kick-start Autumn the year, I shall be conducting a hike group walk/hike from Beachy Head along the Seven Sisters trail in Eastbourne which is approx .2hrs drive away from Portsmouth should you be traveling from there.

This walk/hike will take us from Beachy Head, to Birling Gap, through various fields (be mindful of live stock) with stunning views into Friston forest, were we will have nurmous short breaks before heading along the Cuckmere river and the chalky cliff tops of the Seven Sisters to Belle Tout Lighthouse and back to the Beachy Head Pub for refreshments (optional).

There are toilet facilities and picnic benches at the start, middle and end, making this an ideal opportunity to relax, rehydrate and take on some nutrition.

This moderately challenging walk/hike which is undulating with a lot of up and downs in areas, although an absolutely stunning walk across part of the South Downs that offers plenty of wildlife, and beautiful sea views.

This walk/hike is aimed to be a more relaxed walk and talk, coffee or hip flask in hand kind of day through a woodland trail and along the coastline.

Taking approximately 5hrs to complete the 10-mile walk. For those that would like to stay for some food, i aim to head in to the local pub called “The Beachy Head” (address: Beachy Head Road, Eastbourne BN20 7YA) this is a dog friendly bar.

•This is suitable for all ability levels and is a great introduction to group hikes

•18+ (Over 16s are welcomed if accompanied by an adult/guardian)

•Dogs are welcome (For the parts of the walk they will need to be kept on the lead due to the cliffs and livestock roam around)

The important bits:

Cost: £20 per head via Eventbrite.

The above cost is non-refundable so please ensure you can go before booking.

You’re welcome to fill your place if you can no longer go and the onus to arrange this shall remain your reasonability. Given notice, I am also happy to advertise this for you across my social media but I cannot guarantee that your space will be filled, more so at short notice.

While we're committed to your safety, please remember that myself, Phil Carpenter cannot be held responsible for any injuries prior, after or sustained during this walk/hike. If you feel it is necessary, please speak to your GP prior to registering to this event or consider arranging your own personal injury insurance for the day.

There are toilets and a coffee shop at the car park.

Naturally I hope for a sunny and dry day, however some areas may be wet and muddy, so I strongly advise suitable walking boots or shoes with a decent grip are worn. It may be also be windy along parts of the coastel section.

A basic kit list for guidance will be sent via emails and placed within the community chat.

Host or Publisher @philcarpenter_pt on behalf of PUREGYM North Harbour