Blackcap is a National Trust owned area of countryside on the peak of the South Downs, just south east of the village of Plumpton in East Sussex, England. It is …

Grace Mulligan

July 6, 2023

Hiking

Black Cap is a prominent hill located in the South Downs National Park in East Sussex. The hill stands at 206 m high and provides some glorious panoramic views across the surrounding countryside and coastline.

Lisa Tee

April 8, 2023

Cycling

Great view and good spot for a snack

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Best Mountain Biking Routes to Blackcap Summit and Trig Point

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1. Stanmer Tea Rooms – Blackcap Summit and Trig Point loop from Hollingbury

33.6km

02:50

530m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Southease Church and Drinking Water Tap – Iford Hill Track loop from Hassocks

49.4km

04:31

940m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Blackcap Summit and Trig Point – Firle Beacon loop from Plumpton

72.5km

06:07

1,180m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Elevation 210 m

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

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Blackcap Summit and Trig Point

1. Stanmer Tea Rooms – Blackcap Summit and Trig Point loop from Hollingbury

2. Southease Church and Drinking Water Tap – Iford Hill Track loop from Hassocks

3. Blackcap Summit and Trig Point – Firle Beacon loop from Plumpton

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