Ditchling Beacon (NT)
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Overview
Ditchling Beacon is seven miles north of Brighton and just south of the village of Ditchling. At 248 metres above sea-level, Ditchling Beacon is the highest point in East Sussex and offers commanding 360 degree views from its summit. Look south out to sea, north across the Weald or east-west across the Downs. As the name suggests, Ditchling Beacon was once the site for a warning beacon. Visible for miles around, the Beacon would be maintained ready to light in times of imminent invasion. The site is also of archaeological interest, with remains of an Iron Age hillfort. Neighbouring Ditchling Down lies to the west of Ditchling Beacon, and is a prime example of chalk downland. Walk the path along the scarp slope, passing through the disused chalk pits grazed by sheep and dotted with wild flowers throughout spring and summer.
About the area
East Sussex is a land of stately homes, castles and the South Downs, with miles of chalk cliffs overlooking the English Channel. For history buffs, there are a great many historic landmarks within Sussex, such as the battlefield where the Battle of Hastings took place, or visitors can enjoy pretty towns such as Lewes, Rye and Uckfield and the city of Brighton.
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Bull, Ditchling
Dating back to 1563, The Bull is one of the oldest buildings in this famously pretty Sussex village. First used as an overnight resting place for travelling monks, the inn has also serv...
The Jolly Sportsman
The Jolly Sportsman lives in the picturesque village of East Chiltington, and offers a combination of locally sourced food, comfortable accommodation, and a stunning garden bar, all set...
Stables Cottage
Stables Cottage is located on the grounds of Newtimber Place, a beautiful 17th-century moated house within the South Downs National Park. The cottage has space for 2 cars and has an EV ...
Newtimber Holiday Cottages - Moatside 1&2
Located in the grounds of Newtimber Place, a beautiful 17th-century moated house within the South Downs National Park, the Moatside cottages have ample parking and bedrooms on the groun...
Newtimber Holiday Cottages - Orchard
Located in the grounds of Newtimber Place, a beautiful 17th-century moated house within the South Downs National Park, Newtimber Holiday Cottages have ample parking and bedrooms on the ...
New Steine
Close to the seafront, off the Esplanade, the New Steine provides spacious and well-appointed accommodation. Simple yet appealing dishes with a French and British influence are availabl...
Central Wave
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A Room With A View
In a superb position opposite the beach and near the celebrated Palace Pier, but also on the corner of a delightful garden square, A Room with a View offers space, comfort and convenien...
