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Iford Hill Track – Swanborough Hill loop from Telscombe

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Iford Hill Track – Swanborough Hill loop from Telscombe

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Iford Hill Track – Swanborough Hill loop from Telscombe

02:43

24.1km

430m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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South Downs National Park

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Start point

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215 m

Saltdean Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

A recently renovated, reopened in June 2020, pedestrian and cycle tunnel that links Saltdean Lido and the Undercliff. It was originally built in 1933, at the same time at the …

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444 m

Clifftop Path Above the White Chalk Cliffs

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Easy to prepare, don't hesitate it pays off.

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7.85 km

South Downs Downhill Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Enjoy this easier section with its long easy on leg decent and nice views.

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9.08 km

Iford Hill Track

Highlight • Climb

Part of the South Downs Way, Iford Hill is a tough climb that'll reward you with spectacular views over chalk grassland meadows, rural farmland landscapes and to the quaint towns …

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9.31 km

Swanborough Hill

Highlight • Trail

Expect big vistas and colourful wildlife on any warm season jaunt along Swanborough Hill. Situated on the South Downs' chalk grassland ridge between Brighton and Lewes, you're afforded superb views …

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10.2 km

View of Lewes and the Ouse Valley

Highlight • Natural Monument

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 …

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24.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.9 km

6.31 km

1.65 km

1.42 km

1.30 km

395 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.4 km

4.46 km

1.72 km

1.68 km

721 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

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Thursday 2 July

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Iford Hill Track – Swanborough Hill loop from Telscombe

Saltdean Tunnel

Clifftop Path Above the White Chalk Cliffs

South Downs Downhill Path

Iford Hill Track

Swanborough Hill

View of Lewes and the Ouse Valley

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