Cuckoo Trail – The Cuckoo Trail loop from Heathfield

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Heathfield And Waldron

Cuckoo Trail – The Cuckoo Trail loop from Heathfield

Moderate

runners

Cuckoo Trail – The Cuckoo Trail loop from Heathfield

00:54

8.50km

80m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

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High Weald National Landscape

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Parking

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110 m

Cuckoo Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

If you are planning on riding the Cuckoo Trail with children, and returning to your starting point, I recommend starting at the Polegate end. There is a very gradual gradient …

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922 m

A charming collection of railway paraphernalia. The gates are restored from the crossing at nearby Pevensey. Push Thomas's nose or pull the lever for extra fun. There's also an amusing sign about draining cocks.

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965 m

Railway Memorabilia Garden on the Cuckoo Trail

Highlight • Historical Site

This is clearly a rail enthusiast’s back garden, backing onto the Cuckoo Trail but its got more going on than some of the disused railway stations on the route- railway signage, lights and a level crossing.

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3.31 km

Railway Workers Memorial Bench

Highlight • Monument

A nice easy going walk

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3.79 km

The Cuckoo Trail

Highlight • Forest

Cuckoo woodworms

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3.83 km

Horam Station on the Cuckoo Trail

Highlight • Trail

A good spot to stop, have a break and a bite to eat while cycling the Cuckoo Trail , particularly if you are with children - the platforms, signs and …

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6.30 km