The escarpment here and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The steeply sloping chalk grassland is rich in minibeasts, such as Adonis Blue and Small Blue butterflies, and the nationally rare and specially protected wart-biter cricket. Amongst the diverse plant life are squinancywort and eyebright – both classic medicinal herbs used to treat throat and eye infections respectively. The chalky soils and climate of the South Downs are suitable for growing wine, and a number of vineyards are making the most of conditions that are similar to the Champagne region of France.

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1. Southease Church and Drinking Water Tap – Iford Hill Track loop from Polegate

73.6km

06:44

1,420m

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

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2. Firle Beacon – South Downs Way Crossroads loop from London Road (Brighton)

71.0km

06:21

1,400m

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3. View from Newmarket Hill Mast – Iford Hill Track loop from Brighton

30.3km

02:12

310m

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

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Elevation 210 m

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Location: Kingston Near Lewes, Lewes, East Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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View of Lewes and the Ouse Valley

1. Southease Church and Drinking Water Tap – Iford Hill Track loop from Polegate

2. Firle Beacon – South Downs Way Crossroads loop from London Road (Brighton)

3. View from Newmarket Hill Mast – Iford Hill Track loop from Brighton

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