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Cissbury Ring Hill Fort

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Cissbury Ring Hill Fort

Recommended by 136 hikers out of 139

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: South Downs National Park

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Location: West Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Chanctonbury Ring and Cissbury Ring loop from Findon Valley — South Downs National Park

17.7km

05:00

380m

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

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2. Cissbury Ring loop — South Downs National Park

7.14km

02:02

170m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Chanctonbury Ring to Cissbury Ring loop — South Downs National Park

14.4km

04:10

330m

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

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Dan Hobson

April 9, 2019

Cissbury Ring is the largest hill fort in Sussex and is more than 5,000 years-old. From the summit, which stands at more than 600 feet (184 m) tall, you are afforded breathtaking views over the countryside, all the way to Brighton and the chalk cliffs of the coast. On a clear day, you can even see the Isle of Wight.

During spring and autumn you are able to observe a wide variety of migratory birds here as Cissbury is one of the first coastal landing points. The fort is managed by the National Trust and is accessible at any time, free of charge.

Carolyn

September 8, 2019

Great views and picnic stop.

Stancombe

January 19, 2021

A good climb, but worth it for the view. One of the oldest forts in the UK.

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Elevation 180 m

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Location: West Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

Cissbury Ring Hill Fort

1. Chanctonbury Ring and Cissbury Ring loop from Findon Valley — South Downs National Park

2. Cissbury Ring loop — South Downs National Park

3. Chanctonbury Ring to Cissbury Ring loop — South Downs National Park

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