The Tower below you to the North is part of Firle Estate and was historically a lookout for staff to signal to the house when Lord Gage was coming along the Old Coach road under the hill. They could light the fires and prepare his dinner!

The Yawning Kea

November 7, 2020

One of my favourite Sussex Beacons - Firle Beacon is relatively unique in that it offers fantastic open views over Mount Caburn, near Lewes. Even when the weather is bleak, cloudy, windy, raining and the views are minimal, it’s an energising spot that makes me feel alive.

The summit has clearly been a popular spot for centuries as there are several interesting archaeological earthworks at the summit and it has its own legend as well i.e. the earthworks include a long barrow, known as the “Giant’s Grave”, apparently the resting place of the giant that slew the Wilmington Giant who fell on a nearby hillside now marked by the Long Man of Wilmington.

Kirk Bannister

October 20, 2021

Absolutely beautiful ridge way with stunning views and packed with archaeology.

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Location: Firle, Lewes, East Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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