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Firle Beacon Summit

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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

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1. Alfriston and Firle Beacon loop from Firle — South Downs National Park

16.5km

04:32

270m

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

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2. Firle Beacon and Bo Peep Hill loop from Firle Beacon — South Downs National Park

12.5km

03:26

200m

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

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3. Firle Beacon loop and Alfriston loop from Bishopstone — South Downs National Park

19.0km

05:20

390m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Dan Hobson

April 10, 2019

Standing at 712 feet (217 m) tall, Firle Beacon affords extensive views over the South Downs. There are many ancient burial sites on and around the summit, many of which are visible today. According to folklore, a giant who lived on Firle Beacon killed the giant of nearby Wilmington Hill, whose body is marked by the Long Man of Wilmington.

David Howells

July 5, 2023

An amble up Firle Beacon in the South Downs of southern England. It is 217 metres high and is a Marilyn. It commands a far-reaching view. It is a trig pointed summit and a designated Marilyn.

April 20, 2019

Just like the rest of the section of the South Downs Way on the tops of which Firle Beacon belongs the views are breath-taking when the weather is clear. If the wind conditions are right you'll likely also spot a few paragliders enjoying the lift of a Northern breeze blowing over the top of the ridge.

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

Firle Beacon Summit

1. Alfriston and Firle Beacon loop from Firle — South Downs National Park

2. Firle Beacon and Bo Peep Hill loop from Firle Beacon — South Downs National Park

3. Firle Beacon loop and Alfriston loop from Bishopstone — South Downs National Park

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