Vanguard Way
East Sussex, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in East Sussex, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 42.7 mi (68.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,389 ft (1,033 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 hr 30 min
- High point
- 699 ft (213 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Tide Mills 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Tide Mills 1.2 mi (2 km) from start
- Historic site: Tide Mills village 1.2 mi (2 km) from start
- Historic site: Tide Mills village 1.2 mi (2 km) from start
- Historic site: Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (nurses' quarters) 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Historic site: The Buckle 1.9 mi (3 km) from start
- Bike repair station 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from start
- Shelter 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from start
- Shelter 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Shelter 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Splash point 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Splash Point 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
- Beach: Hope Gap 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Cuckmere Haven War Memorial 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from start
- Shelter 6.8 mi (11 km) from start
- Visitor center: Seven Sisters Country Park - Visitor Centre 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from start
- Bike repair station 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7 mi (11.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Vanguard Way
How long is Vanguard Way?
Vanguard Way is 42.7 mi (68.8 km) long. Most people take about 15 hr 30 min. It climbs 3,389 ft (1,033 m) in total, up to a high point of 699 ft (213 m).
How hard is Vanguard Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Vanguard Way?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Newhaven Port. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Vanguard Way?
Drinking water on the way at 2.2 mi (3.6 km), 2.8 mi (4.6 km), 3.2 mi (5.1 km). Toilets: 1.9 mi (3.1 km), 3.2 mi (5.1 km), 3.2 mi (5.1 km).
Is Vanguard Way shaded?
Partly shaded (45% under trees).
What can you do on Vanguard Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Vanguard Way?
Sidings Bistrol, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Lidl, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for Vanguard 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.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap