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The best walks and hikes around Wealden

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Walks and hikes around Wealden offer a diverse landscape that captures the essence of East Sussex's natural beauty. This region presents a remarkable mix of coastal charm and inland wonders, with forests covering a significant portion of the area. Hiking enthusiasts can explore a network of trails that wind through thriving woodlands, revealing hidden lakes and cascading waterfalls along the way.

Last updated: October 14, 2025

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1. Beachy Head Lighthouse to Beachy Head View loop from Exceat — South Downs National Park

24.8km

07:01

520m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Seven Sisters, Cuckmere Haven & Friston Forest loop from Birling Gap — South Downs National Park

13.5km

03:46

270m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Bewl Water loop — High Weald

21.9km

05:46

190m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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254

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4. Ashdown Forest and Five Hundred Acre Wood loop — High Weald

16.4km

04:29

260m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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(36)

131

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5. Cuckmere Valley loop from Alfriston — South Downs National Park

12.7km

03:24

140m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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114

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6. Weir Wood Reservoir loop from Forest Row — High Weald

13.0km

03:28

140m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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106

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7. Ashdown Forest & Nutley Windmill loop — High Weald

6.53km

01:47

100m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8. Cuckmere Valley loop from Exceat — South Downs National Park

5.66km

01:36

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. The Long Man of Wilmington & the Litlington White Horse loop from Alfriston — South Downs National Park

15.2km

04:11

260m

Expert hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Winnie the Pooh Trail to Poohsticks Bridge — High Weald

3.95km

01:07

90m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best walks and hikes around Wealden

1. Beachy Head Lighthouse to Beachy Head View loop from Exceat — South Downs National Park

2. Seven Sisters, Cuckmere Haven & Friston Forest loop from Birling Gap — South Downs National Park

3. Bewl Water loop — High Weald

4. Ashdown Forest and Five Hundred Acre Wood loop — High Weald

5. Cuckmere Valley loop from Alfriston — South Downs National Park

6. Weir Wood Reservoir loop from Forest Row — High Weald

7. Ashdown Forest & Nutley Windmill loop — High Weald

8. Cuckmere Valley loop from Exceat — South Downs National Park

9. The Long Man of Wilmington & the Litlington White Horse loop from Alfriston — South Downs National Park

10. Winnie the Pooh Trail to Poohsticks Bridge — High Weald

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