Starting in Seaford, we follow the coastal path past a historic Martello Tower before climbing onto Seaford Head.

Starting in Seaford, we follow the coastal path past a historic Martello Tower before climbing onto Seaford Head, where wide views open across the English Channel. The trail rises and falls along the chalk cliffs before dropping into the Cuckmere Estuary, a protected wildlife area and our lunch stop near the visitor centre. In the afternoon, we join the South Downs Way and enter Seven Sisters Country Park, climbing steeply to the trig point at Cliff End. From here, we follow the cliff edge over the iconic Seven Sisters to Birling Gap, then climb past Belle Tout Lighthouse and continue to Beachy Head, the highest chalk sea cliff in Britain. We finish by descending to the coast and walking the Victoria Promenade into Eastbourne, where you can join the group for food and drinks or head straight home by train.

Grade: Intermediate / Challenging Distance: 22 km / 13 miles Ascent: approx. 670 m Hiking Time: 6.5 – 7 hours (including breaks)

Schedule & Meeting Info

Meeting Time: 08:20 – London Victoria Station near the information booth Platform 12 Trains: 08:54 London Victoria → Seaford (via Lewes) Arrival: 10:19 Journey time: approx. 1 hr 25 min (1 change at Lewes) Tickets: Return to Eastbourne 🚆 Train fare is not included – please purchase your own return ticket, in advance or on the day

Hike Start: 10:30 – Seaford Station Hike Finish: Approx. 18:00 – Eastbourne Return Trains: Frequent services to London Victoria

👣 Hike Leader:

Gary 📱 07968585224 📧 golondongary@hotmail.co.uk

What to Bring ✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes ✅ Waterproof jacket & layers ✅ Packed lunch, snacks & water ✅ Sun protection (exposed cliffs) ✅ Train ticket / Railcard

💬 What to Expect Our hikes are social, inclusive, and fun. Expect a welcoming community of Londoners, expats, solo walkers, professionals, and nature lovers. Most people join solo – and leave with new friends. 🧭 Qualified, Insured Hike Leaders All GO London events are led by qualified, experienced, and fully insured hike leaders, trained in outdoor safety, navigation, and group management.

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