Attractions in South East England

A beautiful spot with great views towards the South Downs. The tower even contains a small room at its base that is operating as a cafe at specific dates and times, serving hot drinks and food to go.

Test yourself on the same roads as the pros. The road can get very busy with cyclists on weekends. Be sure to say hi to people on the way up, even if you're on your limit.

Standing at 852 feet (260 m) above sea level, Coombe Hill is the highest viewpoint in the Chilterns. From the summit, you experience enchanting views over the Aylesbury Vale and … read more

From the summit of Ditchling Beacon you are afforded a wonderful panoramic view. Standing at 814 feet (248 m) above sea level, it is the highest point along the Sussex … read more

Ditchling Beacon is the third-highest point on the South Downs, with spectacular views - it's a great climb to test the legs on.

Watch the descent before the climb as bumpy on a road bike. The climb itself is narrow so keep an eye on your back and cars

Standing at 889 feet (271 m) tall, Butser Hill is the highest point on the South Downs and affords breathtaking views over Hampshire and the Channel. The chalk grassland has … read more

The tracks at Swinley Forest have a very firm surface and good drainage, which makes it a good place to ride in the winter without the risk of getting too … read more

The road is very quiet with little motor traffic . The climb is a good test due to its inconsistency and length. The first kilometre of the climb is the … read more

Standing at 764 feet (233 m), Ivinghoe Beacon towers over the surrounding countryside. Offering views of Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, and Bedfordshire, it is named after the fires that were once lit … read more

Beautiful town overlooking the River Thames, lots of amenities on any cycle route that passes through this lovely town.

This ford is thought to have existed in some form or another since prehistoric times. Stepping stones were first recorded in 1841 and the ones you walk across now were … read more

St Martha’s Church is a beautiful church perched on the top of a hill. Only accessible by foot, the Grade II-listed church affords breathtaking views and a real sense of … read more

Box Hill is one of the most famous hills in Surrey, if not the UK. Named after the ancient box woodland on its slopes, the hill is blanketed in green … read more

At 856 feet (261 m), Holmbury Hill is the fourth highest point in Surrey and affords spellbinding views over the Surrey Hills, most notably Leith Hill and Gibbet Hill. On … read more

Skid Hill Lane sounds like it should be the home 30% gradients or a well-know crash site. But instead it is a very pleasant and largely quiet lane that will … read more

At the highest point for miles around, atop the Down that bears his name, is a monument to Alfred, Lord Tennyson, former Poet Laureate and Island resident.

I feel like there needs to be nothing more said about this highlight, that's just what it is. For extra pleasure with it, go up either early in the morning … read more

Tricky little climb with fantastic views over Surrey

The Belle Tout lighthouse was the original one at Beachy Head. It was built in 1832 and operated until the end of the century. The light was becoming ineffective due … read more