Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 31, 2024

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South Downs National Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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11.5 km

Firle Beacon

Highlight • Natural Monument

Standing at 712 feet (217 metres) tall, Firle Beacon affords extensive views over the South Downs. There are many ancient burial sites on and around the summit, many of which …

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14.1 km

South Downs Way: Alfriston to Lewes

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

This section has recently been resurfaced-there’s a lot of loose fine gravel.

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19.2 km

Originally thought to be from the Bronze Age, the 'old man' (sometimes called the Willmington Giant) is actually from around the 16th Century. No less impressive though as you ride by. Well worth a stop to take it in.

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26.2 km

Friston Forest MTB trails

Highlight • MTB Park

Friston Forest MTB trails
Lots of fun to be had here, including family bike routes, but even better is the mtb trails. There is loads of routes, to many to …

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33.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.3 km

8.69 km

4.84 km

2.88 km

2.41 km

1.77 km

Surfaces

15.3 km

7.18 km

4.80 km

1.45 km

342 m

Elevation

Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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