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View of the Cuckmere meanders – High Street, Alfriston loop from East Dean and Friston

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East Dean And Friston

View of the Cuckmere meanders – High Street, Alfriston loop from East Dean and Friston

Hard

4.9

(11)

hikers

View of the Cuckmere meanders – High Street, Alfriston loop from East Dean and Friston

05:49

20.9km

390m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

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South Downs National Park

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2.35 km

Went Hill and Seven Sisters Viewpoint

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The hiking trail meanders with gentle inclines over the chalk cliffs, a great experience with wonderful views. You always have a great view of the “peaks” of the Seven Sisters.

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3.69 km

Went Hill (Seventh of the Seven Sisters)

Highlight • Summit

The seventh "summit" of the Seven Sisters. The hiking trail meanders over the chalk cliffs with gentle inclines, a great experience.

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4.85 km

View of the Seven Sisters Cliffs from Crowlink Path

Highlight • Trail

The path leads beautifully along the chalk cliffs through the hills, a unique experience. There are always spectacular views of the cliffs of the Seven Sisters and the sea, but be careful, the area is not secured.

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9.00 km

Seven Sisters Cliffs

Highlight • Viewpoint

beautiful hike by the sea and cliffs

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9.24 km

View of the Cuckmere meanders

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Cuckmere is a river in England that rises near Heathfield in East Sussex in the south of the Weald and flows into The Channel. The site of the estuary is called Cuckmere Haven. In its upper reaches, the Cuckmere has numerous tributaries of which the River Bull is the most important.

The name probably comes from an Old English term for 'fast flowing': the drop in the first 7 km is more than 100 meters. Near its mouth, the river meanders through the Cuckmere Valley, a tidal lake nature reserve.

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9.38 km

Steps to the Cuckmere Valley viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Take it easy up this steep staircase! There’s a treat at the top for you as a reward!
Kid tip - grab a piece of chalk and write your name or encouragement to other hikers on the steps!

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11.3 km

View of Litlington White Horse

Highlight • Natural Monument

We spotted the Litlington White Horse, a chalk mural on the hillside to the west side of the River Cuckmere, from this spot along the South Downs Way. My Uncle is a ranger for the South Downs National Park and confirmed that the horse gets fresh chalk on a regular basis to keep it bright!

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13.9 km

High Street, Alfriston

Highlight • Settlement

Alfriston is often hailed as one of England's most beautiful villages. Walking down the High Street, it’s easy to see why. With medieval inns, quirky boutiques, cafes, a Grade I-listed market cross, plus much more, it really allows you to step back in time.

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20.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.72 km

5.92 km

4.75 km

536 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.61 km

3.54 km

2.93 km

2.78 km

2.47 km

623 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

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Weather

Thursday 27 August

22°C

17°C

43 %

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View of the Cuckmere meanders – High Street, Alfriston loop from East Dean and Friston

Went Hill and Seven Sisters Viewpoint

Went Hill (Seventh of the Seven Sisters)

View of the Seven Sisters Cliffs from Crowlink Path

Seven Sisters Cliffs

View of the Cuckmere meanders

Steps to the Cuckmere Valley viewpoint

View of Litlington White Horse

High Street, Alfriston

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