South Downs Way
East Sussex, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in East Sussex, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 30.8 mi (49.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,140 ft (1,262 m)
- Est. Time
- 12 hr
- High point
- 748 ft (228 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Bomber Command Tribute Memorial Beachy Head 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Lloyd's signalling 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Seven Sisters 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from start
- Visitor center: Birling Gap Visitor Centre 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Seven Sisters White Cliffs 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
- Historic site: Robertson War Memorial Bequest Obelisk 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from start
- Historic site: The William Charles Campbell Monument 4.4 mi (7.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Seven Sisters 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Seven Sisters 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Seven Sisters Country Park - Visitor Centre 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Bike repair station 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from start
- Attraction: Alfriston War Memorial Hall 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Long Burgh long barrow 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from start
- Peak: Bostal Hill 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from start
- Peak: Firle Beacon 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from start
- Peak: Beddingham Hill 15.1 mi (24.2 km) from start
- Peak: Itford Hill 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from start
- Campsite: YHA South Downs 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from start
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Questions about South Downs Way
How long is South Downs Way?
South Downs Way is 30.8 mi (49.6 km) long. Most people take about 12 hr. It climbs 4,140 ft (1,262 m) in total, up to a high point of 748 ft (228 m).
How hard is South Downs Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South Downs Way?
18 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South Downs Way?
Drinking water on the way at 3.3 mi (5.3 km), 3.3 mi (5.4 km), 17.9 mi (28.8 km), 24.3 mi (39.1 km). Toilets: 3.3 mi (5.4 km).
Is South Downs Way shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on South Downs Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South Downs Way?
The Kiosk, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Tesco Express, 0.7 mi (1.2 km).
Is this a good week for South Downs Way?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near South Downs Way
- South Downs Way East Sussex · Expert · 28.7 mi (46.2 km)
- Alternative, Old South Downs Way Bridleway Route East Sussex · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Wealdway East Sussex · Expert · 46.2 mi (74.4 km)
- Horsey Cycleway East Sussex · Easy · 3.1 mi (5.1 km)
- Downs View Lane East Sussex · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Bounding Up to Belle Tout at Birling Gap, South Downs East East Sussex · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.8 km)
- European walking route E9, Queen Elizabeth Country Park to Jevington East Sussex · Expert · 24.4 mi (39.3 km)
- Cuckoo Trail Shinewater Park · Easy · 2.5 mi (4.1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap