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 along most of the route, which you might not notice if travelling south from Heathfield. Children will notice it going the other way, so it might be best for them to do the uphill section from Polegate while they have the energy.

Liam

October 23, 2018

Cycling

An easy family ride. Very straight and not many corners.

Amy

July 5, 2019

Cycling

A 14 mile (22 km) traffic-free cycle path through the heart of the Sussex countryside, the Cuckoo Trail is a wonderful place to cycle. The trail, which forms part of the National Cycle Network Route 21, follows the former 'Cuckloo Line' railway, passing through Horam, Hailsham and Polegate.

Wildflowers, woodland, and an abundance of wildlife are thriving here. Keep a look out for the wooden and steel sculptures and artwork dotted along the trail too. There are also plenty of benches and picnic tables to take a break.

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1. Hellingly Old Station House – Cuckoo Trail loop from Hampden Park

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2. Horam Old Station – Hellingly Old Station House loop from Heathfield

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3. Hellingly Old Station House – Cuckoo Trail loop from Pevensey and Westham

66.6km

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Heathfield And Waldron, Wealden, East Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Cuckoo Trail

1. Hellingly Old Station House – Cuckoo Trail loop from Hampden Park

2. Horam Old Station – Hellingly Old Station House loop from Heathfield

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