The Helen Garden – Eastbourne Pier loop from Eastbourne

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The Helen Garden – Eastbourne Pier loop from Eastbourne

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The Helen Garden – Eastbourne Pier loop from Eastbourne

01:28

5.57km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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537 m

The Helen Garden

Highlight • Viewpoint

Opened as a public park in 1935 The Helen Garden has broad lawns that slope gently seawards giving magnificent views towards Eastbourne pier. It's home to an 18-hole putting course, pétanque court and bowls green, all with beautiful sea views.

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889 m

Gravel Coastal Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

great path, even in rainy weather

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1.92 km

Statue of the Duke of Devonshire

Highlight • Monument

The Duke sends his regards! ;-)

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2.51 km

Eastbourne Promenade

Highlight • Beach

2.86 km

View of Eastbourne Pier

Highlight • Beach

Eastbourne is beautifully lit up at night including the pier

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3.05 km

Eastbourne Pier

Highlight • Monument

Construction of Eastbourne Pier began in April 1866 and was completed in 1872. The pier entrance was originally built on the lower promenade. However, it was swept away during rough …

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3.52 km

Eastbourne Bandstand

Highlight • Monument

Built in 1935, the bandstand to this day plays an important part in the musical entertainment on the south coast offering around 150 concerts per year.

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3.96 km

The Wish Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

One of 74 Martello towers built along the south coast in the early 1800s to defend against Napoleon, the Wish Tower, built on grassy slopes, is number 73.
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