Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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South Downs National Park

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Parking

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750 m

View of Malling Down Nature Reserve

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Malling Down Nature Reserve sits on the fringes of East Sussex near the pleasant town of Lewes. The reserve features hills, grasslands, an array of wildflowers, rare butterflies, and some beautiful views over the surrounding countryside.

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1.47 km

Cliffe Hill Trig Point

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Cliffe Hill is a hill to the east of the town of Lewes in East Sussex, England. It is impressive on its western edge, where it looms over Lewes. Its …

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4.17 km

View of the River Ouse from the summit of Mount Caburn

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Standing at 480 feet (146 m) tall, Mount Caburn dominates the valley below and is a distinctive landmark. The remains of an Iron Age hillfort are visible on the summit; …

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6.87 km

View over Lewes from Chapel Hill

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Enjoy sensational views over Lewes from this towering viewpoint in Chapel Hill.

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10.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.58 km

883 m

375 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.60 km

883 m

375 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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