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Deal Pier – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Deal

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Deal Pier – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Deal

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Deal Pier – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Deal

01:32

23.7km

150m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 0 m for 210 m

After 11.7 km for 74 m

After 11.9 km for 165 m

After 12.2 km for 74 m

After 23.5 km for 210 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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816 m

Deal Pier

Highlight • Structure

Deal Pier is an important local landmark that offers excellent views of the Deal Sea and features a glass-walled cafe/restaurant at the end. It is internationally recognized as a fishing location. The pier is the last fully intact recreational pier in Kent. It is the third pier in existence in Deal and was opened in November 1957 by the Duke of Edinburgh.

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2.56 km

Ancient Highway: Deal to Sandwich

Highlight • Historical Site

This is the Ancient Highway connecting two of the Cinque ports.

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3.48 km

Walmer Castle

Highlight • Monument

Walmer Castle is an artillery fort originally built by Henry VIII in Walmer, Kent, between 1539 and 1540. It was part of the King's Device program to protect against invasions from France and the Holy Roman Empire, defending the strategically important Downs anchorage off the English coast. Walmer Castle later became the official residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports and was gradually transformed from a military fortress into a private residence. Inside the castle there are new areas to explore, opening to the public for the first time in 2024. Discover the Lord Warden's private chambers and see where the Queen Mother stayed during her visits. The grounds include the Queen Mother's Garden, designed by Penelope Hobhouse as a 95th birthday present for Elizabeth in 1997.

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6.23 km

Climb From St Margaret's Bay to Kent Downs

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

A great route heading towards Kingsdown, as it downhill all the way.

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12.0 km

South Foreland Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Starting in 1635 as a couple of iron braziers to hold fires, this site has been used to protect sailors from Goodwin Sands for nearly 400 years. As one of the first lighthouses to use electricity as well as being a test site for early shipborne radio, we have South Foreland to thank for some huge innovations in maritime safety.

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15.0 km

View of Deal Coast and Cliffs

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

From the port city Deal, it's nice on the promenade towards cliffs. Who has climbed the long mountain, enjoys a magnificent view of the coast.

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From the seaport you can walk along the promenade towards the cliffs. Those who have climbed the long mountain want to enjoy a magnificent view of the coast.

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22.2 km

Hut 55 Bikes & Coffee

Highlight • Cycleway

Small coffee shop and bike rental shop - nice outdoor area to sit in the sun with plenty of space for bike parking. Also have free dog biscuits if you’re walking past with a furry friend.

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22.5 km

Deal Castle

Highlight • Monument

Deal Castle is an artillery fort built by Henry VIII in Deal, Kent, between 1539 and 1540. It was part of the King's Device program to protect against invasions from France and the Holy Roman Empire, and defended the strategically important Downs anchorage off the English coast. Consisting of a keep with six inner and outer bastions, the water-surrounded stone castle covered 0.85 acres (0.34 ha) and had sixty-six firing positions for artillery. During the Second English Civil War of 1648-49, Deal was captured by pro-Royalist rebels and was only recaptured by Parliamentary forces after several months of fighting. Although still armed, Deal was adapted by Sir John Norris and Lord Carrington during the 18th and 19th centuries to form a more suitable private home for the captain of the castle, which was now an honorary title.

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23.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.4 km

5.69 km

4.13 km

2.09 km

757 m

402 m

104 m

Surfaces

21.1 km

1.29 km

579 m

481 m

183 m

Elevation

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Saturday 4 July

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17°C

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Deal Pier – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Deal

Deal Pier

Ancient Highway: Deal to Sandwich

Walmer Castle

Climb From St Margaret's Bay to Kent Downs

South Foreland Lighthouse

View of Deal Coast and Cliffs

Hut 55 Bikes & Coffee

Deal Castle

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