Once quarried for chalk, Heyshott Down has now been reclaimed by grasses and plant species such as bee orchid, horseshoe vetch and round-headed rampion. The increasing plant diversity is helping to bring back butterflies which once thrived in the region, including chalkhill blue and marbled white. Heyshott Down has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

David Howells

May 1, 2024

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A decent enough area with a trig pointed top. One of many trig points along the South Downs Way.

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1. Cadence Café – Flint Barn Café loop from Bignor

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480m

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2. Cadence Café – View from Bignor Hill loop from Cocking

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07:05

490m

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3. Cadence Café – South Downs Way loop from Cocking

7.26km

02:06

190m

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

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Elevation 230 m

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

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Heyshott Down Trig Point

1. Cadence Café – Flint Barn Café loop from Bignor

2. Cadence Café – View from Bignor Hill loop from Cocking

3. Cadence Café – South Downs Way loop from Cocking

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