Wealden and Eastbourne

Seven Sisters

Wealden in East Sussex is a large and mostly rural district and provides many excellent walking opportunities. There are two main upland areas: the High Weald; and the eastern end of the South Downs. There are a number of small towns including Crowborough, Hailsham, Heathfield and Uckfield. Major landmarks include Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and Cuckmere Haven, the Long Man of Wilmington, Ashdown Forest, and various high points along the South Downs.

There are many historic villages and attractions including Alfriston, Hartfield, Herstmonceux Castle, Michelham Priory, Sheffield Park gardens, and Pevensey Castle. Long-distance footpaths include the South Downs Way; the Monarch’s Way; the Sussex Border Path; and the Wealdway.

Eastbourne is a seaside town in East Sussex, and surrounded by Wealden district. The South Downs Way starts at the western end of the town and the borough of Eastbourne incorporates some fine downland, including the famous Beachy Head, a white cliff rising 162 metres (530 feet) above the sea

See the Wealden and Eastbourne Walks page for full details of the following featured walks.

Featured Walks

• Arlington and Abbot’s Wood
• Weirwood Bluebell Railway Walk
• Beachy Head to Birling Gap
• Alfriston and the River Cuckmere
• Alfriston Clergy House Walk
• Nutley Windmill & A Walk Amongst Friends
• Broadstone Amble, Ashdown Forest
• Fletching Walks
• Herstmonceux Walk
• The Coastal Culture Trail