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East Dean, Birling Gap and Beachy Head loop — South Downs National Park

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East Dean, Birling Gap and Beachy Head loop — South Downs National Park

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East Dean, Birling Gap and Beachy Head loop — South Downs National Park

01:54

21.4km

390m

Mountain biking

Discover the southeastern corner of the South Downs National Park with this exhilarating loop boasting dramatic chalk cliffs, time-worn paths and spectacular vistas.

Your journey starts in Eastbourne, where you embark on a challenging ascent that forms part of the South Downs Way. Reaching the summit, you're treated to an…

Last updated: May 31, 2024

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.7 km for 736 m

After 12.2 km for 51 m

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4.66 km

Eastbourne Downs Dew Pond and Viewpoint

Highlight • Natural Monument

Dew ponds are common feature in the chalk grassland of the South Downs. Historically they were dug by farmers as a watering hole for livestock. This perfectly round dew pond …

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10.3 km

Went Way Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Went Way is an ancient track between Birling Gap and Willingdon. The path was once used by shepherds and their flocks to travel from one grazing area to another, …

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12.0 km

Birling Gap and Chalk Cliffs

Highlight • Beach

Birling Gap has been made famous for its coastal chalk cliff recession – the coastguard cottages have been gradually falling into the sea for decades. The pebble beach is currently …

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16.6 km

Cadence Cafe Beachy Head

Highlight • Rest Area

Cadence Cycle Club is a collective of cyclists geared towards making cycling more accessible for everyone. At the heart of the community are four clubhouses serving as outdoor cycle friendly …

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21.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.47 km

4.30 km

3.11 km

2.55 km

1.94 km

894 m

175 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

6.65 km

2.13 km

1.33 km

319 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Monday 25 May

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East Dean, Birling Gap and Beachy Head loop — South Downs National Park

Eastbourne Downs Dew Pond and Viewpoint

Went Way Trail

Birling Gap and Chalk Cliffs

Cadence Cafe Beachy Head

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