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Eastbourne Downs Dew Pond and Viewpoint

Eastbourne Downs Dew Pond and Viewpoint

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Eastbourne Downs Dew Pond and Viewpoint

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South Downs National Park

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Location: East Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Alice Baddeley

February 28, 2023

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Dew ponds are common feature in the chalk grassland of the South Downs. Historically they were dug by farmers as a watering hole for livestock. This perfectly round dew pond is a great place to stop and admire the views over Eastbourne and the High Weald.

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Elevation 160 m

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Thursday 28 May

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Location: East Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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