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Newhaven Harbour – Ouse Estuary Nature Reserve loop from Newhaven

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Newhaven Harbour – Ouse Estuary Nature Reserve loop from Newhaven

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Newhaven Harbour – Ouse Estuary Nature Reserve loop from Newhaven

01:00

16.8km

50m

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: May 26, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 945 m for 59 m

After 15.9 km for 59 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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356 m

Cat Wall and Mural

Highlight • Monument

Someone likes cats! A fantastic mural has been painted on the side of the end terrace here. And check out the collection of porcelain cats on the wall beside it!

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793 m

A canal was dug here in the 16th century through the gravel banks of the Ouse Estuary, creating a harbor sheltered on the west by the South Downs. In 1847 Newhaven got a rail connection with London, soon followed by a ferry service to the French Dieppe.

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3.31 km

Ouse Estuary Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

There are two public footpaths that cross the reserve and a new cycle path that runs all the way to Seaford. The cycle path is part of National Cycle Route 2.
The routes are flat and suitable for both adults and children. The bike path and footpath to the bird viewing screen are paved and suitable for electric buggies and wheelchairs.
The other footpath is not paved and is not a dedicated cycle path, but you can cycle along it in dry weather (within the reserve). Don't cycle past it when the ground is soft, as your tires can damage the surface.
eastsussex.gov.uk/leisure-tourism/countryside-sites/ouse-estuary

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6.59 km

Frankie's Beach Café

Highlight • Beach

7.49 km

View of the Seven Sisters from Seaford Head

Highlight • Viewpoint

Seaford Head is the best place to enjoy spectacular views of the Seven Sisters and Cuckmere Valley. A short walk from the car park at South Hill Barn takes you to one of the most spectacular views of the Seven Sisters, a wonderful undulating line of chalk cliffs.

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8.23 km

Seaford Youth Forum Bike Pump and Tool Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Unfortunately in need of a refresh.

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11.8 km

Ouse Estuary Nature Reserve Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Between Newhaven and Seaford is the Ouse Estuary Nature Reserve which is home to a wide variety of birds, insects, plants and amphibians including the internationally protected Great Crested Newt.

Cutting across the nature reserve is an excellent tarmac traffic-free cycle path which is part of National Cycle Network route 2. The scenic trail is an excellent alternative to the busy A259, which runs alongside it.

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14.5 km

Pathway Through South Downs National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place to slowdown and enjoy the view

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16.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.74 km

3.76 km

2.44 km

698 m

187 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.8 km

3.38 km

1.42 km

205 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 16 July

26°C

14°C

14 %

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Cat Wall and Mural