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ItinerarySDW-ALF1

SDW-ALF1 · South Downs Way · England

Escape to the South Downs

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 14.5 miles
Walking: 2 Days
Bed & Breakfast: 3 Nights
Grade: Classic
Dog Friendly: No

From £675 per person

Day
1
Arrival Day
1. AlfristonAlfriston
Day
2
Southease to Alfriston
7.5 mi · 12.1 km
1. transfer
2. Southease to Alfriston
3. AlfristonAlfriston
After breakfast we will transfer you to the village of Rodmell in the lower valley of the Ouse. You will start the day with a steep ascent up to the downs, reaching the Firle Beacon for immediate great views which will accompany you throughout. It’s a day of breezy, high-level walking, eventually dropping back down into picturesque Alfriston. You have time to explore this historic village with its mix of quirky, independent shops and great places to eat.
Day
3
Alfriston to Birling Gap
7 mi · 11.3 km
1. Alfriston to Birling Gap
2. transfer
3. AlfristonAlfriston
Walking towards the sea always makes for a rewarding day. This morning, you will head out direct from your accommodation and follow the valley of the river Cuckmere on to the Seven Sister hills and Birling Gap. The downs are rich in wildlife; supporting 11 different orchids, 39 species of butterfly, weasels, stoats, deer and the elusive nightjar, which flies here from South Africa. Wander down to the shoreline and look back at the view of the stunning white cliffs above. At the end of the day our driver will return you to your accommodation.
Day
4
Departure Day
Travel day

Overnight locations and transfer arrangements may differ slightly from those shown, depending on availability.

Highlights

Explore the eastern end of the South Downs National Park
Two peaceful days of relatively easy walking through some of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes
Visit St Andrew’s Church in Alfriston – known as the ‘Cathedral of the Downs’
Well marked routes for relaxing days across The Weald
Dramatic coastal scenery as you head to Birling Gap
Drive to the huge chalk hill carving of the Long Man of Wilmington, the origins of which baffled archaeologists and historians for hundreds of years
Dogs can be accommodated on this break, subject to availability

What's Included

Good standard accommodation at a mixture of guesthouses, farmhouses, local inns and B&Bs with en-suite or private facilities wherever possible
Breakfast
Luggage transfers
Personal transfer between accommodation and path that form a part of our standard package
Route planning
Walk pack including Trail Guide and mapping, itinerary, accommodation directions and route notes, lunch and dinner information, restaurant recommendations and holiday planning details

Extras

Rest days/additional nights:

Prices from £150 per room per night

Upgrade options:

Speak to our team to discuss upgrade options for this itinerary

Supplements:

Short notice bookings and Bank Holidays may incur additional charges

Walk Pack postage:

to UK: included in price
to Europe: £25 per pack
to Rest of World: £30 per pack

Extra Walk Packs:

Please see here for full details and supplements